Port of Tyne
Security Officer T/D
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Position: Security Officer (Tyne Dock)
Location: South Shields
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: £28,222.60
About the Security Officer role:
As a Security Officer at the Port you will assist in the safe and efficient security of all Port of Tyne Assets. You will ensure effective security arrangements are maintained at the Port of Tyne including ensuring that the requirements for pass security, personal and vehicle searches are carried out and comply with ISPS code and other statutory regulations.
Role Responsibilities:
- Ensure effective security arrangements are maintained at the Port of Tyne
- Ensuring that the requirements for pass security, personal and vehicle searches are carried out and comply with ISPS code and other statutory regulations.
- Carrying out foot and mobile patrols; CCTV surveillance and gatehouse duties.
- Operation of vehicle access barriers to maintain effective access and traffic control
- Liaising with the Marine Department in relation to the berthing and un-berthing of vessels
- Dealing with visitors and responding to general enquiries appropriately.
- Ensure equipment is maintained, including fault reporting and logging is carried out as required
- Completion of paperwork including logging of incidents, reporting deficiencies and damage and onward reporting as necessary.
- Assist with the response to incidents and emergencies and the callout of appropriate staff and emergency services.
- To work shift work as per current roster. This role covers 24/7 including weekends and statutory holidays. There are three 8 hour shift patterns which you will rotate with the team:
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
- 0600 - 1400
- 1400 - 2200
- 2200 - 0600
Role Requirements
- GCSEs including Maths and English or able to demonstrate equivalent skills/experience
- Previous security experience
- Strong interpersonal and organisational skills
- Basic IT skills
- Flexible approach to working and willing to work overtime
- Full current driving licence
Benefits
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- An extra day off for your birthday
- Defined contribution pension scheme; we’ll match up to 5% during your probation and up to 7% on successful completion of your probations
- Life assurance plan; 2x your annual salary
- Health cash benefits plan; you can claim back costs for dental, optical, prescriptions and lots more. You can also access an Employee Assistance Programme and savings on high street stores, holidays and restaurants amongst many others.
- Personal training budget to help you develop in your role
- Counselling services available privately and via the Employee Assistance Programme
- On-site weekly physio services
- Long service awards
- Volunteer days every year
- Free annual flu jabs
- Profit Share Scheme: a percentage of the Port’s profits is shared equally with all employees annually.
- Colleague engagement: fun activities throughout the year, from friendly competitions to taking part in wellbeing awareness days and signing up for a hike with your colleagues!
- Plus, the basics: branded uniform, on-site parking including electric charging points, free tea and coffee, and multiple kitchens throughout the Port, which are fully equipped for your use.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Ready to apply?
Great, all you need to do now is upload a CV. If you would prefer a chat about the role, please contact us.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills