Multi-Skilled Operative

Job Details

• 42 Hours per week
• 4 on 4 off
• £13.21 per hour
• Access to Sodexo rewards and benefits
• SIA Licence desirable (but not essential)

Key Skills & Qualities

• Calm and confident approach under pressure
• Strong sense of integrity and responsibility
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Great attention to detail and observational awareness
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proactive mindset with a willingness to take initiative
• Basic IT skills and confidence using security systems, radios and reporting tools
• Onsite learning provided
• Uniform provided

Job Introduction

As a Multi‑Skilled Security Operative at Sevington Inland Border Facility, Ashford, Kent, you will play a critical role in maintaining a secure, safe, and positive environment for all employees, visitors and clients. You will be a visible presence on site, combining vigilance with excellent customer service to support Sodexo’s commitment to operational excellence and safety.

Responsibilities

• Be professional, pleasant, friendly, courteous and helpful at all times while carrying out duties to the highest level.
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies, ensuring customers are consistently informed throughout the process.
• Provide assistance to clients, contractors and visitors, ensuring all site procedures and policies are adhered to.
• Liaise closely with statutory authorities, dealing with incidents and providing information to support.
• Continuously monitor site radio systems, adhering to correct procedures.
• Maintain site records such as reference materials, incident forms and site occurrence book.
• Develop excellent working relationships with our on‑site client.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA (Security Industry Authority) Licence – essential for this role.
• Strong sense of responsibility and integrity, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and approachable manner.
• Good observational awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative when needed.
• Basic IT skills and confidence using security systems, radios, or reporting tools.

Benefits

• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you & family
• Financial tools & retirement plan
• Cycle to Work & paid volunteering day

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.

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