Access Control Officer – Sizewell C (Ipswich)

Overview

This position is based at Orwell Logistics Park in Ipswich. Access Control Officers are key members of the Security Team and are tasked with enabling access for the workers employed across the SZC project through the control, issue and receipt of access control passes. The role is primarily an administrative, customer‑facing reception position that operates security and visitor management IT systems. An SIA licence is required to effectively deliver this function.

Working Hours and Compensation

• 24‑hour Access Control coverage: 12‑hour shifts rotating through days and nights.
• Pay: £17.28 per hour (Monday to Sunday).
• Shift schedule: Monday to Friday, early and late shifts between 06:00 and 20:00 and one Saturday per month from 06:00 to 13:00.

Key Responsibilities

• Key enabler of access to the site and associated developments.
• Reception duties.
• Visitor Management.
• General office duties as required.
• Assisting the Access Control Manager in tasks that may arise.
• Monitor and deliver service level requirements as per KPI’s.
• Support Site Induction Service.
• Follow project processes and working instructions.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong Written and Verbal Communications.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to manage workload, prioritise and manage time.
• Adaptable and Flexible.
• Customer Focused.

Profile

Educational Requirements / Qualification

• A good standard of education in Maths, English and IT.

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience of working within a busy office environment and under pressure.
• Excellent IT skills with a working knowledge of all MS Office packages.

Personal Qualities

• Highest levels of integrity, respectfulness and professionalism required at all times.
• Open, trusting and in the spirit of mutual support, especially when dealing with conflicts of interest.
• An engaging and proactive ‘can do’ attitude where successes and failures are shared.
• Doing what we say we are going to do and only committing to what can be done.
• Listen and communicate effectively.
• Ability to plan ahead as far as possible and share intelligence to prevent surprises.

Specific Occupational Requirements

• Ability to pass and hold National Security Vetting.
• SIA Licence.

Key Information and Benefits

• Permanent Contract.
• 20 days leave per year.
• G4S National Pension Scheme.
• Health Saturday Fund (Health Cash Plan for you and your family).
• Perks at Work (National Discount Scheme).
• Aviva Car, Home and Travel Insurance Discount.

Job Reference

Job Ref: 1G4S (G182)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

G4S are a recognised Disability Confident Leader Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. They prioritise accessibility, support, and opportunity for all employees.

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