Security Escort (Relief)

Company Description

We’re Hiring: Security Escort (Relief)

📍 Location: Reading to commute to Bracknell, Swindon and Didcot (fuel expenses paid for travel to these areas)
💰 Pay: £18.00 per hour
📅 Hours: 48 hours per week (over 4 days) - working day shift (core hours between 07:00 and 19:00)

Grade: Site based

Our Security Escorts are hired on a Fixed Term contract for 6 months, with a possibility to extend the contract further. Please consider before applying if a 6-month contract is suitable for you.

As a skilled Security Escort (Relief) - Take your career to the next level with one of our most prestigious global clients.

Working as a Security Escort (Relief) your priority is to ensure effective escorting happens throughout the secure sites, whilst providing a consistent high-end, accurate and discreet security focused hosting experience. 

For this role you travel will be required so a Driving Licence with access to own vehicle is essential - Sites to be covered are Bracknell (RG12), Swindon (SN5), Didcot (OX14) so you will need to live within a commutable distance (up to 50 minutes). Working 2 days at Bracknell and 2 days at Swindon or Didcot sites.

Job Description

🚨Here’s what you’ll do:

• Provide a professional and friendly welcome to visitors, staff, and contractors, ensuring accurate information is communicated.
• Complete daily tasks efficiently while adapting to changing priorities and unexpected situations.
• Work closely with the security team and site personnel to ensure escorting activities are carried out safely and effectively.
• Follow all site security protocols and promptly report any concerns, risks, or incidents to the Escorting Manager.
• Maintain a vigilant and proactive approach to identifying potential threats or workplace changes.
• Undertake any other duties as required by management.

Qualifications

Essential criteria:

• Must have right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history.
• Full UK Clean Driving Licence with access to own vehicle.
• 3+ years security industry experience.
• Strong IT and report-writing skills with use of communication systems.
• A proactive team player but can work on own initiative.
• Excellent time management skills.
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to identify and respond to potential risks.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to coordinate multiple teams and individuals.
• A proactive and confident approach to problem-solving and incident management.
• Proficient in both speaking and written English, and the ability to convey information to a third party in a concise manner.
• Customer focused with proven customer service experience.

Desirable:

• Valid SIA license is beneficial but must be willing to undergo training to achieve this.

Additional Information

See a different world with Securitas UK

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At Securitas, our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness guide everything we do. We believe in making a clear promise to our people:

• Opportunity – Seeing potential in every person
• People – Putting people at the heart of what we do
• Purpose – Making your world a safer place

So what happens next?

Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully and is here to support you throughout the process. Whatever the outcome, you'll always hear back from us.

Creating spaces for you to belong

We're proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Through our networks, partnerships and celebrations throughout the year, we're building a culture where differences are valued and people can be themselves.

Ready to see a rewarding world?

From day one, you'll have access to a range of benefits, including:

• Employee discounts with leading global and local brands.
• Health and wellbeing support, 24/7 online GP services.
• Pension and financial wellbeing resources and support.
• Life assurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee eligibility to EV Schemes (Subject to graded benefits).

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Join a team that values your contribution, supports your growth and helps you build a rewarding career.

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