At Samson Security, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of such a diverse and demanding industry and one of the largest and most professional providers of security guarding services to the NHS, Housing Association and other clients. Our clients and their service users are at the heart of our decision making and as one of our security officers you will be representing the company on the ground and in a front facing role to the client. Understanding our clients' needs and being able to deliver an outstanding service for them is imperative to us. Therefore you must be professional, punctual and presentable.
To apply for this role you must have a valid SIA Front-Line Licence with a minimum 1 year security experience as essential.
Communication ability and intuitive security capability will help in the application for this role.
Samson Security are currently seeking Control Operators for our prestigious National Command Centre located in Wavertree.
4-on-4-off shift pattern. Times will be one of the following:
1800-0600
2100-0900
There may be occasions when you will be required to work days.
Duties:
* Operate five primary systems that allow us to communicate with staff, clients and the public: Phones, Helpdesk, Rostering System, Alarm/CCTV Monitoring Software, Email
* Monitoring Alarm Activations from Client's premises and liaising with mobile response staff/emergency services/keyholders as required
* Communicating with front line staff to ensure all sites and hours are manned.
* Creating reports in response to incidents on client sites
* Creating reports for management to allow for seamless transition of service between days and nights and for important information to be passed to the appropriate person in the business to solve problems and improve systems
* Updating client and staff records when necessary
* Utilising and maintaining Assignment Instructions
* Responding to client enquiries through the helpdesk and updating open/lock times, providing additional staffing etc when required
Required:
* SIA Front-Line licence at a minimum.
* Excellent communication ability both verbal and written.
* IT literacy and capability of utilising software systems.
* 1 year of experience in a previous security role.
* Must be security vetted back 5 years following successful interview.
* Proven problem solving ability.
* Flexibility to work both days and nights.
Desirable:
* Security report writing experience.
* Previous experience working in a company that does keyholding, CCTV monitoring and alarm response.
* Previous experience using alarm monitoring software (e.g. Gemini, Sentinel, Immix)
* SIA CCTV Licence.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £12.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 48 per week
Additional pay:
* Performance bonus
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Schedule:
* Overtime
* Weekend availability
Application question(s):
* What type of SIA Licence do you hold (e.g. CCTV, Security Guarding, Door Supervisor)
Experience:
* Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (preferred)
* SIA Frontline Licence (required)
Location:
* LIVERPOOL (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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