Job Description:

Security Guard

Location: Watford, WD25

Salary: £36,565 per annum, negotioable for the right person

Hours: 6:00am to 5:15pm Monday– Friday, Alternate Saturdays 7:00am to 4:15pm

About The Role:

As the Security Guard you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the premises, customers, and staff at this busy builder's merchant. This security guard role requires a proactive individual who can handle a variety of situations calmly and efficiently.

Benefits:

• Perkbox – 24/7 discounts, wellbeing support, online GP access & more
• Company Pension Scheme
• Group Life Assurance (up to 3x salary, subject to service)
• Staff Discount on all products
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Long Service Awards
• 23 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off

Responsibilities:

• Liaise with the store manager on any aspect of theft or security.
• Check for customers who behave suspiciously and carry out search of suspects.
• Check and collect customer receipts.
• Patrol all areas of the shop, including blind spots not just exits and counter.
• Patrol back yard and alleyway.
• Check showroom, basement, and storeroom.
• Log all incidents to discuss with the store manager on a weekly basis.
• Carry out random spot checks
• Check premises at close of day and leave with the last member of staff.
• Monitor traffic wardens outside the store and notify any customers who have vehicles parked outside.
• Check delivery tickets on company vehicles.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a similar security guard role is essential
• SIA Licence
• Honesty and integrity
• Good observational skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• The ability to handle sensitive situations and to use initiative to make quick decisions.