Dardan Security
Security Officer - Kirkwall - KW17
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This is more than just a security role. It’s a chance to live and work in the unique and beautiful Orkney Islands, with dramatic coastlines, rich history, and a close-knit community. With a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation, this role offers the perfect balance between work and extended time off.
Reward and Benefits
- Unlimited training and opportunities to progress
- £14.05 per hour
- 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation
- Average of 42 hours per week
- 12 hour shifts, days, nights and weekends
- Accommodation provided whilst on shift
- Meals and drinks provided
- 20 days paid holiday a year
- Recognition rewards
- Access to a 24/7 employee wellbeing support line
- Virtual GP Service
- Earn an extra bonus through recommend a Friend Scheme, no limits
The Opportunity
Join a major new development in Kirkwall and become part of a respected, professional security team at the heart of the site.
Your duties include (but are not limited to):
- Manage access and gatehouse duties
- Carry out patrols and report risks
- Respond to incidents and emergencies
- Deliver excellent customer service
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Essential Skills and Experience
- Valid SIA Licence
- Right to work in the UK and a five-year checkable history
- Punctual and reliable
- Passionate about creating an expectational customer experience
- Knowledge of the MS packages (excel, word, outlook)
- Highly intuitive with a curious mindset
- Highly presentable in line with our corporate brand
- Resilient and pro-active in your work
Why this role?
Ideal for those happy to work away from home, this role combines structured rotation, provided accommodation, and the chance to experience island life. Whether that’s exploring Orkney’s coastline, wildlife, or historic sites during your time off.
About us
Dardan have a wealth of experience in delivering smart security solutions that go beyond safeguarding buildings, property, and staff. We combine the best in technology, mobile services, physical guarding, and consultancy.
Our mission
Be ethical, be authentic, be agile and be smart. We do our best and then do a little bit more, every time.
Our Vision
To be a trusted partner for Security solutions through intelligence, innovation, and influence.
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We are Dardan
Dardan is a people focused, privately owned specialist security company. We choose our employees carefully and value them greatly. We know that our people are our greatest asset and as such we invest in their development. A career with us means joining an ACS Pacesetter & a company listed on Infologue’s “One to Watch”.
Diversity, Inclusion and Equality
At Dardan, we are committed to building a workforce of talented, intuitive, and ethical professionals. We do this through attracting and retaining a diverse group of people and encourage an inclusive environment for us and our clients.
We hire the best people available and have a continuously evolving culture where everybody is celebrated and respected, which we believe is critical for fostering innovation and collaboration. We recognise the strength in growing a workforce that encourages different ideas in line with our shared values.
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