Residential Security Guard - Street Patrols

This job role is based in Kensington, West London

About Us:

WePatrol have been supplying private residential security patrols in (West) London for several years and have developed a solid reputation for reducing crime and anti\-social behaviour wherever we operate. Due to expansion, we are currently recruiting for individuals to join our team to support the growth of our successful business.

We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer.

Job Summary:

A Residential Security Guard is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for residents, visitors, and staff of residential buildings or communities. This includes managing the guard monitoring check point system, conducting regular pro\-active patrols, responding to incidents, and enforcing property rules to ensure safety and prevent theft, vandalism, and unauthorised access

Key Responsibilities:

Patrol Duties: Regularly patrol the streets, parking areas, grounds, and surrounding areas to deter criminal activity and ensure safety

Awareness: Be aware of all movements and be constantly vigilant of activities that might require intervention

Emergency Response: Respond to emergencies, including fires, medical incidents, and break\-ins. Report incidents to the appropriate authorities when necessary

Incident Reporting: Maintain detailed logs of security incidents, accidents, and irregularities, and report these to management or law enforcement as required

Resident Interaction: Aid residents, answer questions, and offer general guidance or directions while maintaining a friendly and professional demeanour

Enforce Rules and Regulations: Ensure that residents and visitors comply with the community’s rules and regulations, including noise levels, parking regulations, and other property\-specific policies

Safety Inspections: Conduct regular safety checks to identify potential hazards or vulnerabilities and address or report them as needed

Collaboration with Local Authorities: Collaborate with law enforcement, emergency response teams, other security personnel and management to handle incidents that require outside intervention

Dress code: Ensure the correct uniform, equipment and presentation are always maintained.

Working Conditions:

● Work hours may include nights, weekends, and holidays

● Shift pattern 5 on / 3 off

● This role requires regular outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

● There is an element of admin required that represents around 25% on time on shift

● This is an active role where foot patrols (80%) are prioritised over mobile patrols (20%)

This role plays a critical part in ensuring the safety and peace of mind of residents in a community, creating a secure and welcoming environment.

Experience / Qualifications Required:

To be a successful candidate in this role you must:

• Have no criminal record


• Have at least 5 years work experience history in the security industry (required)


• Have an excellent command of English – both verbal and written


• Be available to work nights, weekends and Bank Holidays (rotating 5 nights on / 3 nights off)


• Hold a valid SIA licence


• Hold a full clean UK or EU manual driving license (minimum 2 years)


• Have the Right to Work in the UK


• Be able to provide references to support your application

In\-house training will be provided as part of the induction and onboarding process. Any additional training and qualifications required to maintain SIA licences will be provided by us through the necessary accredited providers.

Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent

Pay: From £14\.80 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension

Experience:

• security: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• SIA (required)


• Clean Full UK Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

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