Security Officer

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Work type: Full time
Site: Redditch
Categories: HR/People
Location: Worcestershire
Salary: Up to £31,000pa commensurate with experience
Business Area: Halfords Support Centre

JOB PURPOSE

To protect the company's property and colleagues by maintaining a safe and secure environment.

JOB CONTEXT

The role is part of the Profit Protection Function, which aims to:

• Provide front-of-house reception services.
• Proactively protect company property and assets from vandalism, theft, fire, and illegal activity.
• Create a safe, secure, and courteous environment for colleagues and visitors.
• Deliver cost-effective and value-for-money security services.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Monitoring and controlling access at building/site entrance/exit points.
• Managing the access control system.
• Monitoring CCTV cameras and recording systems.
• Opening and securing the site.
• Serving as a key holder and on-call officer.
• Setting and disarming alarm systems and interrogating panels.
• Conducting searches of personnel, bags, and vehicles.
• Reviewing CCTV footage to support investigations.
• Investigating incidents of theft or security breaches.
• Liaising with emergency services, police, ambulance, and fire services.
• Collecting statements and evidence for reported incidents.
• Escalating incidents when necessary.
• Responding promptly to emergency situations.
• Patrolling the building and perimeter regularly to prevent intrusion and ensure security.
• Providing First Aid when needed.
• Conducting safety audits.
• Inducting new colleagues on security procedures.
• Supervising contractors out of hours.
• Acting as incident controller during out-of-hours situations.

This role requires close collaboration with Colleague Services, Distribution management, and other support functions.