Security Controller
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Position Overview & Specifications
As someone with a detailed knowledge of the manned security industry who wants to develop into a Security Controller, or someone with previous control room experience, you could join the team that is at the heart of Britsafe.
Soon to be celebrating our 30thanniversary, Britsafe considers itself to be one of the premier northern security companies.
Our 24-hour control room covers every aspect of Britsafe’s performance including:
· Co-ordinating out-of-hours emergency response
· Liaising with alarm monitoring centres, police and emergency contractors
· Helping security and cleaning staff who need assistance
· Dealing with changeable client requirements
· Ensuring the well-being and safety of our site-based security and cleaning teams
This is a challenging role that would suit people who thrive in fast-moving environments. The team rely on dependable colleagues, who take a genuine interest in our staff, making sure all shifts are covered without fail, and who are going to treat our people fairly and with respect.
Of course, the ideal candidate would be from a security background, be SIA licensed, have worked in a control room, with detailed knowledge of computer systems and packages like Timegate that are common in the security sector. But we value the person more than the experience. If you can multi-task, prioritise, keep your head, love working with people and genuinely take an interest, whilst determined to never let our clients down, then we want to hear from you. If you don’t have an SIA license, you’d need one before you start with us though.
The shift pattern would require you to work nights and two out three weekends. The average shift pattern is 42 hours a week and the pay is £12.87 per hour, giving £540 a week and more than £28k a year. Extra hours are available to cover colleagues.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £12.87 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus
- Quarterly bonus
Experience:
- security: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- SIA (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Security Controller roles across Britsafe Limited's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £13 - £13 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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