42 hours per weekShift pattern: 2-day shifts (06:00–18:00), 2 night shifts (18:00–06:00), followed by 4 days offLocation: Baker & Baker, Wirral, CH62 3NU£13.11 per hourOpportunities for career development and progressionSodexo uniform providedComprehensive Sodexo employee benefits packageEnhanced Pay RatesOvertime for lone working on nights and weekends outside of regular hours: £19.66 per hour (time and a half)Bank Holidays: £26.22 per hour (double time)Christmas Day: £39.33 per hour (triple time)Security Officer | Baker & Baker, Stadium Road, Bromborough, Wirral CH62 3NUProtect our customers, unlock your career.At Sodexo, we're passionate about our people. We know our teams are key to delivering exceptional service while ensuring the safety, security and wellbeing of our clients, customers and colleagues.As a Security Officer at Baker & Baker, you'll be the face of the company, working from the Gatehouse and providing a professional, welcoming and secure environment for staff, visitors, contractors and senior stakeholders.This is a 50/50 day and night security role within a busy bakery manufacturing site. Alongside traditional security duties, you'll provide reception support, complete site administration, manage visitor and contractor access, support inductions and coordinate with different departments across the site.Baker & Baker is one of Europe's leading bakery manufacturers, producing a wide range of sweet and savoury bakery products including cookies, doughnuts, muffins, brownies and pastries. The Wirral site is the UK headquarters and a major production site supplying customers across Europe.You'll join a close-knit Sodexo security team consisting of four Security Officers and a Security Supervisor, with approximately two weeks of buddy training provided when you join.What you'll doBe the welcoming and professional face of Baker & Baker at the GatehouseGreet and sign in staff, visitors, contractors and driversCarry out ID checks and ensure site access procedures are followedIssue security badges and site keys and maintain accurate registersSupport reception duties, including answering and transferring calls when requiredAssist with visitor inductions and site administrationOperate the weighbridge as requiredCarry out regular site patrols, usually completing one daily patrol or supporting the team when operational demands requireMonitor CCTV in line with licensing requirements and regulationsRespond promptly and professionally to emergency situations, including fire activations and first aid incidentsComplete accurate incident reports and shift documentationCarry out the required safety checks and report hazards or potential hazardsCoordinate with departments across site to organise deliveries and collectionsEnsure visitors, contractors and staff are following site requirements, including correct PPEMaintain a high level of security awareness and remain alert to protect the site and its assetsSupport reception out of hours when requiredWork closely with the Reception team to provide a seamless serviceMaintain confidentiality and professional discretion at all timesSupport colleagues and other areas of the contract when requiredFollow all Sodexo and client security, health & safety and site proceduresComplete all required documentation accurately and be prepared for Sodexo and client auditsWhat you'll bringA valid SIA Licence – essentialPrevious experience working in a security roleFull valid driving licenceExcellent customer service and communication skillsConfident and professional when dealing with customers, visitors and senior stakeholdersAbility to remain calm and professional when dealing with challenging situationsStrong attention to detail and good organisational skillsAbility to prioritise and manage your workload effectivelyGood computer skills, including confidence using Word and ExcelAbility to follow instructions, policies and proceduresStrong teamwork skills and a professional approachReliable, punctual and well organisedComfortable working independently when requiredAbility to maintain confidentiality and professional discretionFlexible approach and willingness to support the wider team when requiredFirst Aid qualificationDesirable:Previous experience in a corporate, manufacturing or industrial security environmentExperience working in a Gatehouse or reception-based security roleExperience with CCTV monitoringExperience completing security administration and incident reportingExperience managing visitor inductions and access controlKnowledge of BS7858 requirementsWhy Sodexo?Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger.Belong to a company that values you for who you areMake a positive impact through your everyday actionsThrive in a supportive environment where you can grow and developIn addition, you'll benefit from:Unlimited access to an online wellbeing platformEmployee Assistance Programme offering emotional, legal and financial support24/7 Virtual GP serviceSodexo Discounts Scheme with savings at major retailersPension schemeOngoing learning and development opportunitiesCycle to Work SchemeEnhanced family-friendly and leave policiesA little more about SodexoAt Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone, helping to build a better life for all. Operating in 55 countries and serving over 100 million consumers every day, we are the global leader in services that improve Quality of Life.We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities. We are proud to be a Forces Friendly employer and support a range of employee networks including Pride, Parents & Carers, Disability, Generations and Origins.As a Disability Confident Leader, we're committed to ensuring disabled people have every opportunity to fulfil their potential and offer a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates who meet the minimum criteria.Ready to be part of something greater?For a security career where every day is different, join our team at Baker & Baker and help keep people, products and one of Europe's leading bakery manufacturing sites safe and secure.Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.
