Security Officer (Days Team)
Location: Cruachan Power Station, PA33 1AN
Pay Rate: £14.33 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00
Contract: Permanent
We are currently recruiting for a Security Officer to join our Days Team at Cruachan Power Station. This is a permanent position offering regular daytime hours, working as part of a professional security team responsible for maintaining the safety and security of the site, personnel and visitors. Due to the location of the site, candidates must hold a full UK manual driving licence, have their own transport and be comfortable driving a company vehicle when required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct regular and random patrols of the site and perimeter.
- Maintain a safe and secure environment by monitoring premises, personnel and visitors.
- Follow site-specific security procedures and assist with emergency response activities when required.
- Complete accurate reports and records of incidents, observations and daily activities.
- Deal with incidents and challenging situations in a safe, calm and professional manner.
- Carry out a mixture of security duties including mobile patrols, foot patrols and reception duties.
- Monitor access and egress to the site, ensuring security procedures are followed at all times.
- Provide excellent customer service and professional communication with staff, visitors and contractors.
Essential Requirements:
- Valid SIA Door Supervisor Licence.
- Full UK Manual Driving Licence.
- Own transport due to the site's location.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Good IT and administration skills.
- Previous security experience.
- Flexible and professional approach to work.
Desirable Requirements:
- SIA CCTV Licence (or willingness to obtain).
- Experience carrying out CCTV monitoring duties.
- Knowledge of security legislation and public safety procedures.
- Experience producing detailed incident and patrol reports.
- Strong observation and surveillance skills.
This role would suit a reliable, professional and customer-focused Security Officer who is confident working independently and responding effectively to a variety of situations while maintaining high standards of site security.