Job Description
Our Central Security Manager is looking to recruit an experienced Security Officer to join their highly skilled team.
Effective security plays a vital role within the DPDgroup UK Operation, given the nature of our business and our commitment to providing outstanding customer service. Security within the business also extends to the requirement to ensure that our employees and property are safeguarded at all times.
Key Duties and Accountabilities will include;
1. Ensuring safety and security of our building and assets by carrying out all duties in full adherence of site Assignment Instructions, Daily KPI’s and daily Security job cards .
2. Writing complete and accurate Incident Reports and taking appropriate action as required on all reports.
3. Claim Reduction - Investigate missing packages via CCTV & the DPD Internal Tracking system in order to determine area of concern/loss.
4. Working as part of a team to deliver excellent security and customer service.
5. Coordinating activities between contractors, employees and visitors.
6. Liaising with emergency services and other third-party organisations.
7. Conduct periodic testing of Fire Alarm, CCTV systems, Door Access and Shutter Security
8. Monitoring CCTV, Access Control System, and thermal monitoring systems.
9. Uploading and maintaining Facial Recognition system on a daily basis
10. Conducting Vehicle Gatehouse duties
11. Answering calls and supporting the DPD Security Supervisor with any requested duties / tasks.
12. Managing an airport style search area, completing full searches of all staff and visitors as they leave the building
13. Targeted searches of staff and trailers within the hub
14. Internal & external foot patrols
15. Incident support and management
Qualifications
What we’re looking for
As the successful candidate, previous security experience would be preferred but training will be provided. We would welcome applications from candidates with armed forces, prison service or police experience.
Being a confident IT user is critical in this role as some of the IT systems you will be using will include; CCTV, Online Visitor Booking system, facial recognition plus the creation and completion of written reports. Use of Google docs, Google sheets, Google slides and any other innovation.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are critical to succeed in this role as are excellent interpersonal skills as you will be dealing with members of the public, staff and visitors on a daily basis. You will be someone with a responsible and trustworthy attitude who takes pride in your day to day work
We will also expect you to have
16. The ability to use initiative and follow procedures and guidelines
17. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
18. A professional appearance and attitude at times
19. Flexibility towards working hours as working hours are varied to support operational needs
20. Flexibility towards working between the three East Midlands Hub facilities
21. Proactive and supportive team player.
22. Demonstrate the core values of DPD DNA – Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Hard Work and Accountability
Additional Information
About our benefits:
We recognise that our people are at the heart of our business, without them we wouldn’t be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. It’s important to us that we demonstrate our recognition of you in providing you with more than just a salary and job stability. To name but a few…
23. Free Uniform
24. Holiday trading
25. Enhanced maternity and paternity package
26. Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme
27. Free onsite car parking for all employees
28. Health Kiosks visiting every location
29. Discounted shopping from ’s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
30. Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
31. For employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job we offer free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses