Security Officer (Residential 4 on 4 off)
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Position Overview & Specifications
Security Officer 4 on 4 off
Croma Vigilant are offering an exciting opportunity for a security professional to join our expanding team, working at a high-profile residential property in Chigwell, Essex.
Scope:
This is a permanent contract working nights 1700 to 0800 on a 4 on 4 off bases with opportunities for overtime. Average 49.5 hours per week
The post holder (SIA license) will be responsible for maintaining the day-to-day security requirements at a strategically important site, maintaining a corporate image and high standards of professionalism. The pay rate is between £12.50 p/h.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
Anticipate clients’ needs/problems before they arise and that their expectations are met and exceeded each day- Be seen as a visible customer focused professional.
- Provide a consistent professional service at all times.
- Communicate visitor/client arrivals to the relevant person promptly.
- Maintain a high security awareness at all times
- Undertake patrols and inspections in accordance with management instructions.
- Proficient use of relevant communications equipment will require candidate to have good communication skills.
- Ensuring all H&S policies are adhered to.
- Ensuring that no un-authorised persons are permitted in prohibited areas.
- Issue visitor passes using agreed processes and procedures
- Maintaining an accurate record of any incidents that occur.
What We Are Looking For:
- Professional, highly driven, flexible, enthusiastic, proactive, self – motivated team player
- Smart and confident.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with people at all levels
- Immaculate presentation
- Clear, concise and confident communication skills which are customer service orientated with a very keen eye for detail.
- Maintain and practice a high degree of confidentiality at all times
- Computer literate
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Able to be vetted back 5 years or since leaving compulsory education.
- Provide support to the wider when required.
- Current SIA license.
About us:
Croma Vigilant cover a range of security related services including manned guarding, mobile patrols and keyholding.
We currently employ 1000 members of staff across the UK and cover a range of security related services including manned guarding, mobile patrols and keyholding. High standards are embedded in the DNA of the company and we pride ourselves on delivering seamless service to our clients. We currently have an annual turnover approaching £40 million per annum and a forecast for continued growth throughout the next five years.
We are Investors in People Gold accredited and believe that we are only as good as the people we employ, so staff welfare, support and development, is an absolute priority for us. We ensure our staff from the outset are given the skills required to be competent.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
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: Security & Protective
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Security Officer (Residential 4 on 4 off) roles across Croma Vigilant'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 Security & Protective.
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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