Core Cover Security Officer - Cambridge - CB1

Dardan Security; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated security firm in Cambridge seeks a Core Cover Security Officer to ensure a safe environment across sites in the CB1 postcode area. This role requires a valid SIA licence and a passion for exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include access control, routine patrols, and incident response. Full in-house training will be provided. Join a company that values its employees and offers a range of benefits, including unlimited training opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Unlimited training opportunities

Up to 28 days paid holiday

24/7 employee wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK and a five-year checkable history.
• Passionate about creating an exceptional customer experience.
• Highly intuitive with a curious mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide security cover ensuring a consistent and professional presence.
• Control access and egress, verifying authorization.
• Conduct routine patrols to identify and report security risks.

Skills

Valid SIA Licence

Punctual and reliable

Customer service orientation

Knowledge of MS packages (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Highly presentable

Job description

About us

Dardan have a wealth of experience in delivering smart security solutions that go beyond safeguarding buildings, property, and staff. We combine the best in technology, mobile services, physical guarding, and consultancy.

Our mission

Be ethical, be authentic, be agile and be smart. We do our best and then do a little bit more, every time.

Our Vision

To be a trusted partner for Security solutions through intelligence, innovation, and influence.

Reward and Benefits

• Unlimited training and opportunities to progress
• Site rate starting at £14.00 per hour
• 42 hours per week
• 12 hour shifts; working days, nights and weekends
• Up to 28 days paid holiday (site and shift dependant)
• Recognition rewards
• Access to a 24/7 employee wellbeing support line
• Virtual GP Service
• Earn an extra bonus through recommend a Friend Scheme, no limits

The Opportunity

We are looking for a dedicated and professional Core CoverSecurity Officer to provide site cover across the CB1 postcode area.

This role requires a flexible individual who can provide cover across sites as needed, ensuring a safe and secure environment for employees, visitors, and assets.

Your duties include (but are not limited to):

• Provide security cover as required, ensuring a consistent and professional presence.
• Control access and egress, verifying authorisation of individuals entering the premises.
• Conduct routine patrols to identify and report security risks or incidents.
• Respond swiftly and effectively to alarms, incidents, and emergencies, following site procedures.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while maintaining high security standards.
• Maintain accurate logs and incident reports of security-related activities.

Full in-house training will be provided.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Valid SIA Licence
• Right to work in the UK and a five-year checkable history
• Punctual and reliable
• Passionate about creating an expectational customer experience
• Knowledge of the MS packages (excel, word, outlook)
• Highly intuitive with a curious mindset
• Highly presentable in line with our corporate brand
• Resilient and pro-active in your work

We are Dardan

Dardan is a people focused, privately owned specialist security company. We choose our employees carefully and value them greatly. We know that our people are our greatest asset and as such we invest in their development. A career with us means joining an ACS Pacesetter & a company listed on Infologue’s “One to Watch”.

Diversity, Inclusion and Equality

At Dardan, we are committed to building a workforce of talented, intuitive, and ethical professionals. We do this through attracting and retaining a diverse group of people and encourage an inclusive environment for us and our clients.

We hire the best people available and have a continuously evolving culture where everybody is celebrated and respected, which we believe is critical for fostering innovation and collaboration. We recognise the strength in growing a workforce that encourages different ideas in line with our shared values.

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