Stand In Security Officer

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Stand In Security Officer to join our Forza Foods Team.

As Stand in Security Officer, you’ll take charge as the guardian of the site- standing firm against intruders and unwelcome visitors, while ensuring every asset that enters or leaves is safeguarded, secure, and meticulously recorded. Your role is the frontline of protection, keeping the site safe, controlled, and resilient at all times.

 Position Details:

• Schedule:4 on 2 off shifts between 6am & 10:30pm
• Location: Forza, Normanton (site based)
• Contract Type: Permanent

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Complete hand over from night to day guards
• Observe CCTV on a regular basis.
• Complete return to work forms.
• First point of contact for all visitors, checking ID badges informing of site rules briefing if new to site, then contact the relevant manager to arrange collection from reception. 
• Ensuring all contractors to site are dealt with and go through a site induction. Complete permits for external Contractors (engineers), external jobs only and only jobs you have knowledge about. No hot work permits can be completed by Security.
• Ensure vehicles to site are recorded and appropriate action taken
• Booking all deliveries on site on to computer accurately
• Patrol the site on a regular basis and book out on the patrol log making notes. When anything that is incorrect or if there is, an issue raise with other departments on site.
• Speak and liaise with Engineering department and pass on any alarm information.
• Check Nitrogen tank levels and Co2 levels and report if under the reorder line or site critical level.
• Assist in any fire alarm activations and follow the correct fire evacuation procedure. 
• Traffic duties during shift change and throughout the day for delivery vehicles entering site. Making sure all vehicles adhere to the site speed limits and site safety rules.
• Conduct handover with next set of guards

Skills and knowledge:

• Previous experience in security officer role.
• Valid SIA License Qualification
• Excellent communication skills to enable effective dialogue with colleagues and visitors 
• Ability to work well as an individual and as part of a team 
• Flexible and positive approach 
• Able to demonstrate effective problem-solving skills 
• Self-motivated and able to work alone without direction 
• Basic numeric and computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook essential)

What are we looking for?

• Ability to work proactively and use own and others knowledge.
• Maintaining motivation, energy, and enthusiasm.
• Communication with drivers and visitors of all nationalities.
• Making sure all information we obtain recorded on the various spreadsheets and databases.
• Working within the rules set out via the company and the SIA.

What's in it for you?

At IPL, Forza, and Kober, we're dynamic businesses, dedicated to fostering the development of our colleagues and creating an exceptional work environment. We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration to drive our success. To continue our growth, we're seeking individuals who embody our values, culture, and commitment.

In return, we offer opportunities for professional development, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Plus, lots more! Depending on job band, other fantastic benefits are also available including private healthcare, car allowances, and long-term incentive schemes.