Security Emergency Response Officer

AEX Recruitment Ltd is looking for a Security & Emergency Response Officer to join our clients team in Millbrook, Bedford. A leading company in the field of development and testing within the automotive industry.

Job Description
The successful role holder will be responsible for maintaining high standards of performance, discipline & appearance and in addition possess a proactive approach to security.

Responsibilities

• Protection of Company premises, assets & personnel
• Providing administrative support as required
• Providing Emergency response cover to the site, using relevant equipment & training including Breathing Apparatus
• Welcoming Guests & providing a positive Guest experience
• Monitoring & authorising entrance & departure of employees, guests & other persons to guard against theft & maintain security of premises
• Completing reports of daily activities & irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorised persons or unusual occurrences
• Inspection & adjustment of security systems, equipment & machinery to ensure operational use & to detect evidence of tampering
• Answering all alarms & investigating disturbances
• Conducting searches of personnel & vehicles
• Providing cover of main switchboard & Radio control during non-standard hours

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A 4 ON 4 OFF SHIFT

Qualifications

Good standard of education

SIA Licence preferred not mandatory

First Aid at Work Certificate preferred but not mandatory as training will be provided

Professional Firefighting qualification or experience would be a distinct advantage

Core competencies

Previous security role

Experienced in a customer-focused role

Skills

Fire related background/experience

Having a basic knowledge of IT using Microsoft Office packages

Good verbal & written communication skills

A good knowledge of customer care

A confident approach & ability to deal with difficult/confrontational people

The ability to work with technical equipment (eg CCTV & Radios)

Sound knowledge of mechanical principles associate with vehicle safety testing

Excellent oral and written communicator

IT literate

An understanding of human injury levels and the limitations of dummy instrumentation

Knowledge of high speed data and video capture considered an advantage

Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Strong organisational, analytical and problem solving skills

Personal Behaviours

The ability to respond positively to stressful situations

Customer focussed, polite & approachable

The ability to follow instructions

Willingness to learn with a flexible and adaptable attitude

High level of confidentiality and integrity

You must have full colour vision

Good Level of physical fitness

Full UK driving licence & own transport (Client is not easily assessable via public transport)

SC clearance or ability to achieve this (UK national with residency in the UK for the last 5 years)

Willing to undergo a Criminal Disclosure check

If you are interested in this exciting role, or would like to discuss in more detail, please contact Nicola on (phone number removed) or submit your CV for a call back.