Security Officer - Team Leader - Chester Zoo

Chester Zoo

Security Officer - Team Leader

Job description






SECURITY OFFICER- TEAM LEADER

FULL TIME – PERMANENT



Chester Zoo is one of the premier Zoos in the UK and a major visitor attraction in the region which attracts over 1.4 million visitors per year. We take great pride in providing a safe and secure environment for our visitors, staff andanimal collection and are seeking to recruit a Security Officer Team Leader.

The successful candidate will assist in protecting the society’s assets and provide a safe and secure environment for our visitors, staff and animals.  They will be expected to theory test questions supervise a team of 10 Security Officersso experience of leading and supervising a team are essential elements to this role.  As the lead within the security team, the role will require the post holder to provide effective organisation arrangements, ie organisation of rotas and delegation of duties whilst ensuring staff remain professional, engaged and supportive of continual development and training.

Able to demonstrate key skills including evidence of work planning, you will have high standards of communication both written and verbal and will be competent in handling and managing conflict.

Experience is also essential of all security procedures and protocols, in-particular those in relation to; CCTV, Fire & Intruder Alarms, keys security, asset protection, Health & Safety, Emergency planning and arrangements etc.

Candidateswill have excellent customer service skills;hold a SIA door supervisors licence, a current full driving licence and a valid First Aid at work qualification. Having experience in the use of Automated External Defibrillators and medical gaswould also be advantageous but these are not essential as training will be provided.

The ideal candidate will have experience working within a largecustomer focused business with an ability to demonstrate a professional demeanour with sound judgement and integrity.

Due to the nature of the role, this post is subject to an enhanced DBS (CRB).

The hours of work are 40 hours per week, working a flexible shift pattern within a 5 in 7 roster system and will include weekends and bank holidays.  The rate of pay is £25,968 for a 40 hour working week. A flexible approach to work is required as longer hours may be necessary to ensure appropriate cover during periods of absence.

For an application form please ring the recruitment line on 01244 389477 or e-mail .

Closing date for applications is26th May 2013 and interviews will be held on 6th June 2013.

Posting Date
10/05/2013
Company
Chester Zoo
Location
UK-NW-Chester
Industries
Non profit charitable organisations
Job type
Full time
Salary
25,968.92 per year
Hours of Work
Shift work
Contact information
01244 389477