Security Officer
Salary: €60,000 DOE + Sodexo Benefits
Location: Various / Site-based – Candidate must reside in the Republic of Ireland
Contract: Full time, Permanent
About the Role
Sodexo is seeking a reliable and vigilant Security Officer to join our team. You will play a key role in maintaining a safe and secure environment, protecting people, property, and assets while delivering a high standard of customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Patrol premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion or security breaches
- Monitor CCTV, access control, and alarm systems
- Control access and egress for vehicles and pedestrians
- Respond promptly to incidents, emergencies, and calls for assistance
- Maintain accurate records, incident logs, and reports
- Liaise with emergency services and provide witness statements when required
- Enforce site policies and procedures
- Conduct searches where necessary and ensure site safety compliance
- Support conflict management and de-escalation of incidents
- Handle deliveries, post, and general enquiries
- Carry out fire safety checks and report hazards or maintenance issues
About You
- Valid SIA licence (essential)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to incidents
- High level of attention to detail and professionalism
- Customer-focused approach with the ability to build relationships
- Physically fit and capable of patrols and manual handling tasks
- Flexible and reliable with a proactive attitude
Desirable
- First Aid qualification
- Experience in a similar security role
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures
Benefits
- Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
- An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
- Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
- Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular high street retailers (also open to friends and family)
- Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
- Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
- Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
- Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are committed tobeingan inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins. We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
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