Salary:
£14.06 per hour, equivalent to a basic annual salary of £30,700, plus overtime opportunities.
The Opportunity
Following extensive growth across our mobile security services, Venture Security are now in a position to expand our mobile team. As a specialist mobile security officer, your role will include providing a range of scheduled services such as locking and unlocking of buildings, patrolling various client sites and providing a reactive response to alarm activations. As with all of Venture’s services, you will be expected to provide a smart and alert security presence and act in a professional manner at all times.
Duties
This dynamic role is both exciting and challenging, especially when compared to many static security roles. It offers the opportunity to manage your own workload, use your initiative and to work in a growing, fast paced sector. You will be vehicle based, driving a modern branded patrol vehicle and using the latest technology in tracking, satellite navigation and communications. Your health and safety is paramount and we have extensive lone worker systems in place. All our patrol officers work in regional teams, ensuring that you have support from other officers as well as a duty supervisor.
Provide a visible, alert and smart security presence at our customers’ sites
Undertake locks and unlocks of customer sites
Respond to CCTV, fire and/or intruder alarms and manage incidents efficiently and effectively
Conduct external and/or internal patrols of various customer sites ensuring the security of buildings and assets
Follow assignment instructions (AIs) accurately and in a professional manner
Utilise dedicated technology which includes, but is not limited to, check call systems, key access systems, mobile applications, patrol timekeeping systems, as well as vehicle sat-nav and tracking systems
Maintain effective communication with the Mobile Supervisor ensuring that issues are raised and dealt with promptly and effectively
Andover: Note that you will be based out of our Head Office in Andover, Hants and the vehicle will need to be returned to this location following each shift.
Southampton: Note that you will be based out of a support hub in Southampton, Hants and the vehicle will need to be returned to this location following each shift.
Candidate Requirements
Previous experience in mobile security work would be beneficial but not essential as full initial and ongoing training will be provided
This role is vehicle based so a full, clean UK driving licence is required
Must have a current and active SIA licence (either Security Guard, Door Supervisor or Close Protection)
Must over 25 years old due to fleet insurance restrictions
Be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check and 10 year background checks
Be physically fit and able to work in a wide variety of environments in varying weather conditions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Able to use own initiative to assess situations and respond appropriately
A good timekeeper and able to plan own workload
Smart, well-presented and confident
Must be prepared to work night shifts which will include some weekends and bank holidays on a 4-on 4-off shift rotation.
Selection Process
Following your application, candidates who meet the selection criteria will be contacted by our Recruitment Team to attend an interview.
Due to the high number of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your CV and covering letter to us at: hr@venturesec.co.uk
About Venture Security
For over a decade, Venture Security has been providing the highest standard of professional security possible, acting as a trusted partner for our customers, exceeding their expectations and offering peace of mind. We are committed to not only providing an excellent service and always delivering on our promises, but matching this with outstanding customer service.
Venture is recognised as one of the UK’s highest performing security contractors, ranked within the top 0.5% of contractors approved by the Security Industry Authority (SIA). All our security personnel are fully trained and licensed by the SIA.
With a head office in Andover, Hampshire and within easy reach of London and the south east of England, we are the leading provider of security services in the region. Our customers include both corporate and residential clients, ranging from high net worth individuals, to SME’s, blue chip companies, local authorities and event organisers.
Whether you’re transitioning from military life or exploring new opportunities, we invite you to become part of the Venture family. Together, let’s build a career that values your skills and honours your service.
Providing security services throughout the south of the UK
With a head office in Andover, as well as bases in Southampton, Salisbury, Fareham and Guildford, we support clients across the central-southern region; from large businesses and SMEs, to local authorities, event organisers and visitor attractions.
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