Security Officer - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Scottish Prison Service

Scottish Prison Service

Verified Company

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Working as the Security Team Officer you will maintain the security of our SPS Headquarters building, our staff, our visitors and other assets, both within and out with the building.

You will be proactive in recognising and responding to all security and First Aid related matters.

You will work with all staff and visitors to create and maintain a safe and secure environment characterised by respect and dignity.

You will operate as part of a team on a continuous shift system, of which lone-night/weekend working is a requirement in order to provide security cover for the building 24 hours a day.

Responsibilities
Responsible for maintaining the security of the building, and those within it, by undertaking regular patrols of the premises, and ensuring the building is safely closed down during outofoffice hours.
Provide Front of House support for both staff and visitors, with the responsibility of controlling access by logging everyone in and out of the building, and enforcing the SPS Identity Card System.
Control and issue of keys and Identity Cards, updating databases, log books and computer systems where necessary.
Monitoring of security systems including CCTV and various alarm systems (Training will be provided).
Provide First Aid cover for SPS Headquarters.
Assist, control and manage booking of the dedicated HQ vehicle fleet and hire vehicles.
Person Specification
Qualifications RequirementsMinimum of two National 5 Qualifications, including Maths and English or equivalent, or relevant experience.

Essential

Hold a valid and recognised First Aid Qualification, or be prepared to achieve within 6 months of taking up post.

Essential

Experience Requirements
Security Experience:Evidence of working within a similar role, with responsibility for maintaining the security of the premises, staff and visitors.

Essential

Customer Service:
Proven abilities of interacting with others within a customer focused environment, for example, Front of House/Reception.

Essential

IT Skills:
Evidence of using computerised systems including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word and Excel).

Essential

Knowledge Skills Requirements
Communication & Interpersonal Skills:Welldeveloped communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to adapt communication style when necessary.

Essential

Problem Solving & Decision Making:

Be pro-active and use your initiative to recognise and respond to all security matters, making balanced decisions to ensure the safety of yourself and others.

Essential

Planning & Organising:
Ability to plan, manage and prioritise your workload to ensure organisational requirements are met.

Essential

Team Working:
Have the ability to work on own initiative, integrate into an established team environment and build relationships quickly.

Essential