Security Officer

EQUANS are recruiting for a Security Officer to be based in the University of Essex, Colchester, CO4 3ZU. This is a permanent full-time role working 42 hours per week. On offer is a salary of £29,565 per annum and benefits package.

Shift Pattern: 

4 on 4 off Days and night shifts of 12 hour per shift 7 am – 7 pm / 7pm – 7am

Overview:

The Security officer/Concierge is responsible for security integrity of a student accommodation campus, with 1,260 residents. To guard, patrol and protect, buildings, liaising with the University’s in-house security team. To act as main front of house, welcoming and liaising with the residents, with the goal of delivering a memorable experience to all residents and visitors.

What will you deliver?

• To deliver all aspects of security whilst providing a safe and secure environment for the student residents in all 5 accommodation blocks and external areas of The Pastures and operate within scope of site Assignment Instructions.
• Support Reception and Helpdesk for accommodation, ensuring that every situation is handled in a courteous and professional manner and that all students and visitors are appropriately attended to.
• Support the distribution of all post and packages, using the systems and software provided as and when required.

Essential Requirements:

• You will be required to pass through a range of referencing and vetting checks.
• You must have lived in the UK for at least 5 years with a 5-year work history unless you have been in education.
• A background, qualification, or interest in the delivery of site security and/or customer service will be an advantage.
• Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. 
• Possess a valid SIA License.

What can we offer you?

• Generous holiday allowance.
• Company share scheme.
• 2 paid volunteering days a year.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Season ticket loan.
• Employee assistance programme.

Who are we looking for?

• SIA / CCTV licence

• Excellent knowledge and working experience in a high-profile security industry/customer focused environment.

• A high-level client/customer focused approach and able to represent the Company in a professional and discreet manner always.

• Knowledge of public safety and security

• Ability to work with confidential and classified information.

• Knowledge of standard security and safety protocols.

• Excellent verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work well in a team.

• Quick thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to work in high-pressure environments.

• Working knowledge of relevant computer applications.

• Team-player with a positive attitude to work.

• Personal presentation ambitious standards.

• First aider

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a business priority, we know we have work to do, and we are accelerating our commitment to become a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. We currently have six employee led networks, who work closely with our DE&I team to influence policy, promote awareness, and deliver cultural event.

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. 

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including accessibility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Women Together (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.