Security Officer

OCS Group; Ramsgate; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in the UK is seeking a Security Officer to ensure the safety and security of client sites. The role involves protecting buildings and personnel, serving as a first line support, and adhering to health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates will hold a SIA Licence and possess strong customer service skills. The firm promotes career development and values diversity, encouraging all individuals to apply. Work hours include weekday shifts from 08:30 to 20:00.

Qualifications

• Must have Right to Work in the UK.
• An enhanced DBS and BS7858 security clearance will be completed for the successful candidate.
• SIA Licence and relevant security experience.

Responsibilities

• Protecting the security and safety of the identified buildings and personnel at a busy client site.
• Acting as a first line support to employees and visitors to site, providing a professional and friendly service.
• Support a safe working environment for staff, residents, and visitors by adhering to Health and Safety legislation.

Skills

Strong people and customer service skills

Effective communication skills

Good diligence and high standard of work

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.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values – Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role:

Days of Working: Monday – 08:30‑17:30, Tuesday: 08:30‑20:00, Wednesday – 08:30‑17:30, Thursday: 08:30‑17:30, Friday – 08:30‑17:30

Becoming a Security Officer at OCS offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dedicated team committed to ensuring the safety and security of a busy client site. At OCS, you will play a crucial role in protecting buildings and personnel, making a tangible difference every day.

As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Protecting the security and safety of the identified buildings and personnel at a busy client site.
• Acting as a first line support to employees and visitors to site, providing a professional and friendly service.
• Support a safe working environment for staff, residents, and visitors by adhering to Health and Safety legislation, policies and procedures, and reporting any damage/defects that occurred.
• Fire, security and building systems monitoring.
• Service area barrier control and traffic management.

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Must have Right to Work in the UK.
• An enhanced DBS and BS7858 security clearance will be completed for the successful candidate.
• SIA Licence and relevant security experience.
• Strong people and customer service skills.
• Good diligence and high standard of work.
• Effective communication skills.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available.

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.