G4S
Security Operative
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Working in G4S (now part of Allied Universal) already you'll know what makes us special: our commitment to customer focus, our expertise and the collaboration and teamwork. You also know what an immense range of opportunities we have to offer you across the business. We're now recruiting for more positions in our Cash Solutions business in the UK. This vacancy may offer you the opportunity you are looking for to progress your career within the group.
As an employee of G4S Cash Solutions, each role will have specific responsibilities for the identification, management and control of risk in order to safeguard the business, staff, customers, assets and reputation.
Main Purpose of Job
Join G4S as a Security Operative and you will become part of a well-trained, tight knit team providing an essential, security service to the branch.
G4S is the largest secure solutions company in the world and one of Britain’s top Employers. Our Cash Solutions business has expertise in cash and valuables transportation, cash processing, ATM and cash centre secure storage. As a Security Operative you will be at the very heart of our operation.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities
The Role
We are looking for a rare type of individual for a role where previous experience is not essential as we’ll support the right candidate with training. Someone who cares about security. Has excellent attention to detail, appreciates that risk exists and is vigilant enough to spot it and take relevant actions, quickly and professionally, to deal with it. We call it Security Operative, but could just as easily call it Security Officer, Security Surveillance Operator, Security Concierge, CCTV Operator, or even Security Monitoring Specialist.
It certainly isn’t your typical front desk role. It’s wide-ranging and as the first point of contact in a highly regulated, high-security environment, you’ll combine security awareness with exceptional professionalism. Your focus will be to support safe operations by monitoring our premises, controlling access, managing visitor and vehicle flows, and maintaining site integrity - all while offering a helpful, confident presence.
At G4S Cash Solutions, our work underpins the secure movement of cash and valuables across the UK.
As a Security Operative you’ll play a critical role in our Secure Cash Centre in Edinburgh.
Key Duties
- Manage access for employees, Cash-In-Transit (CIT) crews, and authorised visitors
- Operate CCTV, alarms, and entry control systems
- Ensure proper logging of entries, incidents, and deliveries
- Conduct perimeter checks as required
- Maintain vigilance and respond to any breaches or alarms promptly
- Support cash centre staff with secure operational needs as required
- Undertake other duties that may reasonably be assigned to you by your line manager or the business
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This role profile will be subject to change in accordance with departmental developments and the job holder’s expertise.
Pay starts at £12.86 per hour, rising to £13.16 after 6 months, rising to £13.46 after 12 months (plus night allowance if applicable)
Person Specification
So what makes a successful Security Operative?
- Firstly, you will need to be confident in communicating at all levels in both written and spoken English
- You will need to be confident following specific procedures and instructions
- An appropriate level of numeracy is also very important
- Ability to work to tight deadlines
- Previous experience in monitoring and controlling security equipment would be extremely beneficial, as would experience using IT and computer systems
- You must also be willing to undertake shift work
- You will need to be able to work in isolation or in a team of two
- Finally, you must be continuously focused on providing excellent service to our customers by being efficient, flexible and security conscious at all times
Benefits
In addition to a culture that believes in promoting from within, we offer up to five weeks paid holiday and paid overtime, as well as the following benefits:
- Pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Flexible working policies
- Free uniform
- We Care - providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing
- HSF - Health Cash Plans
- Corporate perks and discounts (Perks @ Work and Home)
- Payroll Giving
- Training and Development Opportunities (inc Apprenticeships in England)
We also have some specific security criteria that you will need to meet:
- You must be able to pass a criminal record check as well as a personal credit and ID check.
- You’ll need to provide 10-year employment/unemployment/educational history that we can check and verify.
- You will need to be prepared to undergo airport style searches when entering and leaving our premises and be comfortable working within a secure warehouse environment.
- An SIA licence would be beneficial.
This role will be subject to a medical review, which may include a medical assessment with an occupational health practitioner. We will provide all the training and support to help you to progress as a key member of our world-class team.
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G4S Cash Solutions (UK) Ltd is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employee's feel respected and able to give their best and is proud to be an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer.
We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of age, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, please do not hesitate to contact us.
What do our employees say about working for G4S?
“I joined G4S because I thought it would be good for my career progression and a very interesting job.
The application and recruitment process was very easy quick, and the trainers were very helpful.
I would definitely recommend G4S to anyone looking for work.”
“The good thing about working here is that the company provides all the training they think I need so that I have the right skills for the job I do.
I’m from Hong Kong and everyone treats me like family here. Everyone is very nice and very friendly and I’m very happy here.”
“I’m excited to start something new and different with new challenges.
It’s a very male orientated role, but that doesn’t put me off and it’s definitely suitable for both males and females.
I’ve already recommended G4S to a friend of mine!”
Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company, provides proactive security services and cutting-edge smart technology to deliver tailored, integrated security solutions that allow clients to focus on their core business. Our acquisition of G4S in 2021 expands our footprint and infrastructure on a global and local level. Through our vast network of more than 800,000 employees, we leverage global best practices in communities all over the world. Operating in around more than 80 countries with revenues of $18 billion, we are supported by efficient processes and systems that can only come with scale to help deliver our promise locally: keeping people safe so our communities can thrive. We believe there is no greater purpose than serving and safeguarding customers, communities, and people in today's world. Allied Universal is There for you. For more information, please visit www.aus.com.
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