Area Support Officer

OCS Group; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in the United Kingdom is seeking a reliable Area Support Officer for flexible security cover across various client sites. The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, excellent attention to detail, and a valid SIA Licence. Responsibilities include monitoring sites, conducting patrols, and ensuring compliance with health and safety policies. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Licence is essential.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Capable of engaging with all levels from visitors to senior management.

Responsibilities

• Record vehicles, visitors, and all site activities.
• Monitor sites visually and via CCTV.
• Conduct regular site patrols and inspections.
• Provide security services across multiple client sites.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies.

Skills

Excellent attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Confident computer literacy

Strong interpersonal skills

High standards of personal presentation

Job description

About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award‑winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

About The Role

SHIFT PATTERN – Role is at 144 hours per annum, 12 hours per month as per rota pattern.

About the Role

We are seeking a professional and reliable Area Support Officer to provide flexible security cover across multiple client sites. This role requires a proactive individual with excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt to different environments while maintaining the highest standards of service.

Key Responsibilities

• Record vehicles, visitors, contractors, and all site activities, maintaining accurate logs and daily occurrence records.
• Monitor sites visually and via CCTV, responding to alerts and alarms in line with procedures.
• Conduct regular site patrols and inspections according to assignment instructions.
• Provide security services across multiple client sites, adapting to varied working patterns as required.
• Ensure compliance with company Health & Safety policies and management plans.
• Cover annual leave and sickness absences as needed.

Candidate Requirements

• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Valid SIA Licence (essential).
• Confident computer literacy and ability to operate security systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with all levels from visitors to senior management.
• High standards of personal presentation and professionalism.

Additional Requirements

All successful applicants will be required to undergo screening and vetting in line with BS7858 standards.

How to Apply

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.