Security Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job Description
We have an opportunity for a Security Officer at Wentloog Corporate Park (WCP) Cardiff CF3 2ER . The successful applicant will join a small team of an in house operation at WCP this being a large secure site in Cardiff. The role also involves monitoring other site via a CCTV system. The role is a permanent role on completion of a probationary period.. If the role is made permanent there may be an opportunity to gain experience in dog handling as part of your role.
The Main Duties are as follows:
- Traffic Management/ Barrier Operation
- CCTV Operation
- Front of house customer related matters/duties
- Site foot patrols
- Dog Handling Patrol and wellbeing
- Vehicle maintenance and cleaning
- Gatehouse Reception
- External mobile patrols/ mail run
- Tasks as defined by the Security Manager
Qualifications:
- Good communication skills, written and verbal
- SIA Licence and certificate
- Must hold a full driving licence and reliable mode of transport
Skills:
- Presenting at all times a smart, alert, visible and commanding security presence
- Reliable, conscientious with an eye for detail
- Enthusiastic and flexible approach
- Capable of working independently and as part of a team
- Act with Integrity and Respect
- Passionate about Safety, Security and the Service we provide
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £10.75-£12.75 per hour
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £10.75-£12.75 per hour
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £10.75-£12.75 per hour
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £10.75-£12.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Gym membership
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
Work Location: In person
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 Officer roles across Wentloog Security Ltd'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 £11 - £13 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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