Security Officer

Role overview

A healthcare Security Officer is needed on a full-time, onsite basis for 36 hours per week in Peterborough, England, United Kingdom. The role is focused on maintaining a safe environment for patients, visitors, staff, and buildings while also offering a high standard of customer service.

You will be joining a team that values personal growth, individuality, and recognition for going the extra mile.

Benefits

• Free annual health screening through Aviva Digicare
• Confidential wellbeing and mental health support via an Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to discounts, offers, and wellbeing resources through Perks at Work
• Training and development options, including apprenticeships and career pathways
• Referral reward of up to £500 for recommending a friend
• Pension provision and life assurance

Working arrangement

This position is contracted for 36 hours each week. The source mentions a contracted-to-weeks-per-year detail, but the exact number of weeks was not provided.

Key duties

• Work cooperatively with the team and communicate clearly and positively
• Monitor and manage access to the building and nearby areas
• Support the delivery of an effective and dependable security service
• Help maintain the safety and security of the premises
• Assist members of the public with general enquiries
• Act as a professional representative of the healthcare service and protect its reputation

Candidate profile

• A valid SIA licence is preferred, or you must be eligible to obtain one
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships easily
• Resilience and determination
• Previous experience providing excellent customer service
• A smart, professional appearance
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable performing well under pressure
• Good attention to detail
• Understanding of relevant health and safety requirements, criminal law, and security operations

About the employer

Medirest is the specialist healthcare services business within Compass Group UK & Ireland. It supports more than 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals with a wide range of services, including catering for staff, patients, and visitors, housekeeping, portering, security, and reception.

Equal opportunity commitment

The organisation says it is committed to creating a workplace where people can be themselves, grow their careers, and be treated fairly, with diversity and inclusion considered a source of strength.

Reference

Job reference: com/2206/76523007/52294988/R/STC #Medirest