Area support officer at Workrate UK- £14.33 per hour

Area support officer at Workrate UK

Workrate UK is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our Data Centre Security Team as Area Support Officer. You will be based at Crawley, Chessington and Woking sites, in line with shift availability. You must have access to your own vehicle and be able to drive to sites in Crawley, Chessington and Woking. As a Area Support Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of our client’s data centres.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and control access to the data centre premises using proprietary software

• Conduct regular patrols to ensure the physical security of the facility

• Respond to security incidents and emergencies

• Maintain accurate records of all security-related activities

• Collaborate with other security personnel to implement and enforce security policies and procedures

Requirements:

• Prior experience in a similar role is preferred but not essential

• Knowledge of security protocols and procedures

• Strong attention to detail and observation skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What we can offer you

• An excellent rate of pay of £14.33/hr.

• Access to an industry leading Employee Benefits Platform offering lifestyle savings and discounts on most high street retailers

• The opportunity to develop your security career with access to a large and well-established online training and development programme

• Employee Assistance Programme that provides a health and wellbeing support service

• As an employer of choice, we focus on wellbeing, training, and career progression - our Supervisors, Account Managers and Operations Managers are all long-term Workraters who progressed from within

• An Employee Referral Scheme of £250 for each new employee you refer who successfully completes 3 month’s probation

WORKRATE is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

If you are a dedicated and reliable individual with a passion for security, we invite you to apply for the Area Support Officer role at Workrate UK. Join our team and contribute to the protection of our client's valuable data assets.

The last day to apply for this vacancy is 19th June.

Other requirements are:

• Valid SIA license

• Must have a vehicle to attend the sites and able to travel between sites in line with shift availability.

• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office (this will be tested during interview)

• Availability to work both night and day shifts (shifts run 07.00 to 19.00 and 19.00 to 07.00)

• Effective oral and written communication skills (this will be tested during interview)

• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively

• Ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately

• Excellent attention to detail

• A 5 year checkable work/ education history is imperative. All successful candidates are subject to BS7858 security clearance. (Same as the vetting required for a SIA license).