We are recruiting for Enhanced Security Officers to work on our prestigious contract at Hinkley Point C in Somerset.
Location: Bridgwater
Hours: Average 42 hours per week, based on a 12 hour shift pattern rotating through days, nights and weekends
Pay rate: £16.74 per hour
Enhanced Security Officers play a vital role in the protection of our Client's premises, assets, personnel and visitors, which are the key priorities of the security provider. They are required to project a security presence which is both commanding and authoritative whilst remaining calm and professional at all times.
Security Officers fulfil various roles as tasked by their Supervisors and as such are high profile enablers to the site and a key representative of the security provider and the Hinkley Point C Project. Part of the Security duties include being trained to use the Delivery Management System and liaising with vehicle drivers arriving on the main construction site and checking all details are correct and vehicles are released to and from the site in accordance with our DCO obligations. All duties are to be conducted with Health & Safety at the forefront of any task and in full compliance with the Assignment Instructions and Site Guidance Procedures.
Our Enhanced Security Officers employed on the Hinkley Point C Project are trained to an enhanced service level and their performance must meet or exceed the expectations of the security provider and our Client.
Previous security experience is desirable but is not essential. Successful candidates are required to hold a valid Security Industry Authority (SIA) Licence (Security Guard level or above).
Your Time at Work
Your responsibilities will include -
- Comply with all Health & Safety procedures as set by our Client and the security provider
- Conduct delivery vehicle and person checks and comply with DCO obligations
- Escalate any delivery issues accordingly
- Deploy on task as set by the supervisor
- Conduct duties at the Site Main Entry Point
- Carry out search procedures on vehicles and personnel
- Conduct high visibility patrols (foot & mobile)
- Operate Proof of Presence
- Respond to security incidents and assist in the coordination of follow up activities
- Produce incident reports
- Liaise with Emergency services
- Operate, maintain equipment and report equipment failures/faults.
- Deliver the highest standards of customer and employee care
Our Perfect Worker
Educational Requirements/Qualifications
- A good standard of education in Maths, English and IT.
- Entry level IT qualification (desirable)
Preferred Experience
- A security professional with prior experience gained in a corporate, Critical National Infrastructure, Police or Military environment
- Understanding of H&S requirements
Personal Qualities
- Highest levels of integrity, respectfulness and professionalism required at all times.
- Open, trusting and in the spirit of mutual support, especially when dealing with conflicts of interests.
- An engaging and proactive 'can do' attitude where successes and failures are shared.
- Doing what we say we are going to do and only committing to what can be done.
- Listen and communicate effectively.
- Ability to plan ahead as far as possible and share intelligence to prevent surprises.
Personal Qualifications -
- Ability to pass and hold National Security Clearance Vetting
- A current valid Security Industry Authority (SIA) Licence or is required.
- Full UK Manual Driving Licence is essential
- Able to produce a five year verifiable work history
Training and Development Requirements -
External/Client - Contract Specific:
- BPSS Vetting - NNB
- CSCS H&S
- D&A Test
- EDF Induction
- SC Cleared
Internal:
- BS7858 Vetting
- Security Provider Online Induction
- Security Provider Site Induction
- Must hold SIA Licence (Security Guard level or above)
- Security Provider ESO Course
- Physical Intervention Qualified
- 4x4 familiarised
- Fire Marshall (as required)
- Banksman trained (as required)
Key Information and Benefits
Permanent Contract
22 Days Paid leave per year
Industry Sick Pay
Daily Travel Allowance
National Pension Scheme
Dell, Vodafone and O2 discounts
Perks at work (national discount scheme)
Aviva car, home and travel insurance discount
Health Saturday Fund (health cash back scheme for you and your family)
G4S are a recognised Disability Confident Leader Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. They prioritise accessibility, support, and opportunity for all employees. Join their diverse and empowering team today!
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