Job Introduction

As a Security Officer in Darlington, no two days are the same and your actions will directly impact the safety and security of the clients and the building they work in, This building is a probation centre, so frequent interaction with ex offenders & probation staff is common.. you'll be improving the quality of life for all you meet! Join Sodexo and be part of something greater, You'll belong to a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What you’ll do:

• Greet staff and visitors and ensure they adhere to the required security protocols, also ensure that the safety and environment for our building users is of our highest priority.
• Monitoring of CCTV, Access Control and other protective systems
• Act as a first line response to activations & incidents or fault reporting
• Log and transfer calls, relay messages and provide guidance and advice to visitors, clients, contractors and staff
• To carry out regular patrols throughout the shift

What you bring:

• Ability to interact with staff, residents, consultants, visitors, and management as well as local police and fire authorities
• Must be over the age of 18
• Standard SIA License is needed
• Excellent communication and awareness skills
• Experience in working in a similar
• Knowledge of security techniques and site and local emergency procedures
• Due to the nature of the site, The premises are residential units which house ex-offenders in the community- This means that this role is subject to a full DBS clearance.

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 offer:

• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Access to ongoing training and development programs
• Countless opportunities to grow within the company

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

About The Company

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday 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 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 Working Parents, Sodexo Disability, So together, generations and origins. We have also launched Be Heard which is an employee network designed to bring black colleagues together (virtually) to bring about positive change.

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.

Package Description

Please note - age restriction applies for this position, so candidates must be over the age of 18+ and have a valid in date SIA license

• Monday- Friday
• Shift Patterns rotated: 6:30am - 3:00pm, 8:00am - 4:30pm or 10:45am - 7:15pm
• £10.42 per hour
• Full training provided
• Annual leave April - April 20 days per calendar year which increases with service
• Remote health and wellness support, Such as eyecare and 24hr GP
• On site, personal locker and bicycle storage
• Cycle to work scheme available post probation (3 months)
• Company pension scheme by Legal and General
• Employee assistance program with counselling and life advice support
• Family leave options - Maternal, Paternal and Bereavement
• Training, development, and progression opportunities
• Refer a friend scheme, Refer a friend and receive up to £500
• Online Recognition Scheme and 100's of discounted online/High street retailers (Reward Hub)