Wilson James have been raising standards in security, construction logistics, aviation services, and technology for over 30 years. With 5,000 employees and a presence across over 300 client sites all over the UK, we are dedicated to delivering tailored solutions and top-tier customer service. As a leading managed service provider, we prioritise safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Joining Wilson James offers the excitement of working with diverse, vibrant clients, making for a dynamic and engaging workplace.   

We are looking for a Security Officer to join us at our client site in North West London. Our site is an international film studio home to producing many hit films over the years. As a Security Officer you will bring excellent customer service, have a super smart personal presentation and entrusted to protect premises ensuring a safe working environment for visitors, staff and contractors

As a security officer you undertake a crucial role for the business by ensuring consistent service delivery on site whilst always adhering to security procedures. Objectives are to provide a first-class security service at the premises while welcoming all visitors, staff and contractors in a professional manner and undertake any administrative tasks required.

What do you get from us: 

• The Role – 7 days on,3 days off – 7 days on, 4 days off - 07:00AM-19:00PM (days only)
• Pay – £13.15 per hour
• Lifestyle Benefits – Mortgage and financial advice, vouchers for various shopping outlets and food stores, employee referral scheme. 
• Learning & Development – we actively encourage progression and offer various eLearning courses, progression, training whilst on site, apprenticeships, and in-house training courses.  
• Health and Wellbeing – Life assurance scheme, access to mental health support specialists  

A typical day in the life as a Security Officer:  

• Operating internal / external security patrols on a regular basis ensuring familiarity of site layout, building and processes.
• Upkeep of any logbooks and other administrative tasks pertaining to the security desk and workload activities – archiving daily paperwork, clear reporting writing, ID card management, IT movement, records, etc
• Meet and greet visitors, staff in a professional and polite manner, advise and direct and support reception staff during sign in/out process.
• Check and verify entry pass and maintain security awareness. Detect and deter unauthorized activity throughout the site and report any suspicious persons immediately to the Supervisor.
• Perform reception duties as set out in assignment instructions.
• Investigating any matters of concern reported by the onsite supervisor.
• Providing a visible preventative security presence in building fully conversant with the layout of the site and be aware of threats and challenges faced by the site
• Producing all operational documentation in an accurate and compliant format. Transmit all documents and Information in a timely secure manner using the cascade process, incident reports submitted within 2 hours.

What are we looking for?

• Good communication skills essential, both written and oral.
• Demonstrable proactive and professional approach to security.
• Must have experience in working within a team as well as on your own.
• Ability to operate in a pressurised environment.
• Attention to detail and proactive.
• Excellent time management.
• Good computer skills.
• SIA -DS/SG

Apply today and secure your future with Wilson James! 

Wilson James is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position, however each case will be assessed on an individual basis. For information about Wilson James' commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, https://wilsonjames.co.uk/sustainability  

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