Job Description
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work for an award-winning security
company. We are currently seeking to recruit high-caliber operatives for a new contract
in London to start in May 2026 in Kings Cross
Benefits our employees enjoy:
- Virtual GP 24/7
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Group Life Assurance
- Workplace Pension
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Tech Scheme
- Company Sick Pay Scheme
- Long Service Awards
- Recognition Awards
- Comprehensive Training
- Discount Platform
- Wellbeing Platform
- Living Wage Foundation Service Provider
- Progression opportunities
Key Information:
Job Title – Security Officer
Location – Kings Cross London Rate – £14.80 per hour.
Shifts – Rotating shift pattern days nights and weekends.
Hours – Approx avg. 56 hours per week
Scope:
Unitrust are looking to recruit professional, reliable Security Officer’s to deliver a best-in-
class service to a new prestigious contract in Kings Cross, London. Unitrust is an exciting
security company, whom have a large footprint of clients across London. Our colleagues
are of the upmost importance to Unitrust, and we continue to grow our client base. We
have strong relationships with our colleagues and clients, ensuring the best delivery
service in the industry. The candidates we are looking for must be reliable, professional and
dedicated to supplying a best-in-class service. You must hold a Security Guarding or Door
Supervisor SIA License to work within our business.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a confident and
personable manner.
- Exceptional customer service abilities, with a strong focus on providing outstanding
experiences.
- Reliability, trustworthiness, and punctuality in all responsibilities.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure, multitask, and prioritise effectively.
- Physically able to perform all duties associated with the role.
- Computer confident, proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
- Possess a valid SIA front line(CCTV license desirable).
Desirable Skills:
is desirable.
- Familiarity with technologies used to detect security threats.
- Enhanced communication, listening, and customer service skills or the ability to
develop further in this field.
The maintenance of good order on site, including the protection of everyone therein
against violent acts, abuse and accident.
- The protection of the client’s property against loss, theft, damage (including fire and
water) and waste.
- The protection of private property belonging to the client, their staff and visitors against
loss, theft and damage.
- Prevent offences against the law of the land, Unitrust disciplinary codes and policies and
ensure all are brought to the attention of the management.
- Ensure basic fire precautions are in place and means of escape are clear.
- Undertake internal and external patrols and inspections in accordance with Assignment
Instruction and SOPs.
- Working with the management team meet and greet visitors and ensure relevant security
procedures are carried out. Some standing (for more than one hour) may be required due
to patrolling (where applicable).
- Escalating any issues security and maintenance related issues to building management
team by detailed and accurate emailed reports.
- Monitor, escalate and respond to alarms as required with the CCTV, Security & BMS
systems.
- Management of Contractors for the client and tenants. Liaising with tenants
- Under the BS7858 standard, we are required to vet your work history for the
past 5 years. Before applying, please consider if you would meet this
requirement.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join our team as a Security Officer! Unitrust is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applicants from suitably qualified persons regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. Please note, any job offered is subject to satisfactory pre-employment and five year work history security vetting checks according to BS 7858:2019
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