Security Agent

Working hours are 48.00 hours per week, but over the year 42.00 Working a shift pattern of 2 days, 2 nights and 4 off recurring Salary is 9.00 per hour Job Objectives & Responsibilities * Providing Maritime Security under International Ship and Port Facility Security (I.S.P.S) * Conduct various searches of vehicles entering the Restricted Area under I.S.P.S * Provide a customer friendly, reassuring, professional security presence * Communicate with the Port Police reporting any suspicious activity, packages or any discrepancies with either ID or searches * Monitor and control access to Restricted Area via Access Control Points * Checking and controlling the egress of HGV's leaving the Port Main Duties * Ensure access control to the Port with the use vehicle access barriers at Access Points. * Ensure access control to the Port with the monitoring at gatehosues of safe walkways for pedestrian access. * Verifying driver documentation and identification. * Verfying vehicle identification documentation. * Ensuring compliance with DfT regulations regarding vehicles searches (internal / external). * Ensuring compliance with DfT regulations regarding personal searches. * Gate 1 & 2 controlling egress of containers / trailers and ensuring accuracy of ANPR. * To provide a visual deterrant. * To liase with Port and statutory authorities (police and Border Force) as required. To be considered for this role you will: SIA Security licence, or door supervisor licence is essential * *Full Driving licence is essential* (duties can sometimes include driving around the port on search duties) * Proven work experience as a Security officer or equivalent position * Experience of delivering excellent Customer Service * Excellent communication skills both written and verbal * Some computer experience, ability to write clear daily written reports * Excellent knowledge of public safety and security procedures/protocols * Experience of working as part of a team or independently * Have an understanding of the Health and Safety at Work act Benefits: Holiday, Pensions, SIA licence renewal, Uniform/ongoing training / Refer a friend scheme and other company benefits