You will be responsible for ensuring the building, our students, visitors and your co-workers' safety in your role as Security Officer in Sodexo at University of Greenwich - London. Every day is unique, and the things you do will have a significant impact on it. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way, we welcome applications from women.

What you’ll do: 

• Cover gaps in the Security Operation across our 10 buildings. All of which are within a 10-minute walk of the Main Campus.
• Give the campuses of the University of Greenwich a security service that is customer-focused.
• Comply with Company, client and statutory regulations relating to Health and Safety, fire hygiene, COSHH and safe systems of work.
• To liaise with Sodexo and Client personnel as required and directed to guarantee the delivery of an effective and efficient service.
• Provide a first point of call for visitors and contractors to the site.  Issue visitor/contractor badges whilst maintaining a record of those who enter and leave the main buildings.
• Answer questions, report incidents, and handle emergencies with employees, students, visitors, and contractors
• Open and secure the premises including the enabling and disabling of security alarms as detailed in the Assignment Instructions  
• Patrolling, securing, and monitoring premises for any signs of unlawful/unwanted activity
• Reviewing, and downloading, CCTV of incidents.
• Support the Deputy Security Manager, as and when required, with compliance checks, admin tasks, and more.

What you bring: 

• SIA Licence holder (Door supervisor and CCTV)
• 1 - 3 years experience within the security industry
• Have a sound knowledge of the Quality Management Systems (Security)
• Able to use computerised systems in operation within the security sector
• Good understanding of the CCTV, fire and security systems
• Excellent communication skills.
• Able to work on own initiative, individually and as part of a team
• Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality and data protection issues
• Able to demonstrate attention to detail and adherence to standards
• All employees are expected to adhere to Sodexo health and safety regulations and Equal opportunity regulations.
• To be able to write accurate, legible operational logs, security reports and statements.

What we offer:  

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment  
• Competitive compensation  
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied  

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!  

*Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications

SECURITY OFFICER- MUST HOLD SIA LICENCE

• £13.15 Per Hour
• 35 hours per week
• 4 on, 4 off (07:00 - 17:00)
• 10 hour shifts (07:00 to 17:00)

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About Sodexo 

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. 

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.