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Security Officer

Newcastle City Council

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom£26,403 - £27,254 per annum, plus enhancements (Pay award pending)Closes: 29 Apr
An opportunity exists for a suitable individual to work within the Facility Services & Civic Management Division of the City Operations, Neighbourhoods and Regulatory Services Directorte as a Security Officer based at the Civic Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne.

You should be reliable, punctual and have a strong commitment to delivering high standards of customer service and able to pay particular attention to detail. You will be working in a busy environment, undertaking multiple tasks and dealing with clients, customers and members of the public.
 
Your main responsibilities will include monitoring CCTV, monitoring electronic systems, coordinating response to alarm activations including providing mobile assistance. Reporting breaches of security & preparing reports, ensuring security duties are carried out in accordance with agreed procedures.
 
Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and have proven experience within the security industry. Strong IT skills and an excellent telephone manner are essential for this role.

Holding a current SIA CCTV and Door Supervisor licence would be desirable, however, comprehensive training will be provided for candidates who do not currently hold these licences.

Appointment to this post, and continued employment thereafter, is subject to the satisfactory completion of a Non-Police Personnel Vetting (NPPV2) check.
 

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their skills against the essential and desirable criteria within the person specification. 

Contact Laura Lindsay, Security services Manager at Laura.Lindsay@newcastle.gov.uk for more information about this job.
 
A 24-hour service is operated, you will work an 11-hour shift on an 8-week rota pattern, working an average of 37 hours per week.  Shift and weekend enhancements and contractual overtime are paid on top of the basic salary.

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