Multi Skilled Operative

• 40 Hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• £13.25 per hour
• Access to Sodexo rewards and benefits!
• SIA Licence desirable (but not essential)
• 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 and reporting tools/Radio devices
• Onsite learning provided
• Uniform Provided
• This is a diverse and rewarding role, so we're keen to hear from individuals with experience in customer-facing positions, regardless of industry, who can demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Introduction

As a Multi Skilled Security Officer at Sevington Inland Border Facility Ashford Kent TN25 6GE

You will play a critical role in maintaining a secure, safe, and positive environment for all employees, visitors, and clients. This position requires a dependable individual who can remain alert, enforce site protocols, and respond effectively to various situations. You’ll be a visible presence on site, combining vigilance with excellent customer service to support Sodexo’s commitment to operational excellence and safety.

• Be professional, pleasant, friendly, courteous and helpful at all times whilst carrying out duties of he highest level.
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies, ensuring customers are consistently informed throughout the process.
• Provide assistant to clients, contractors and visitors ensuring all site procedures and polices are adhered too.
• To liaise closely with statutory authorities, dealing with incidents and providing information to support.
• Continuous monitoring of site radio systems adhering to the correct procedures.
• Maintaining site records such as reference materials, incident forms and site occurrence book.
• To develop excellent working relationships with our on site client.

What You Will Bring

• A valid SIA (Security Industry Authority) Licence – essential for this role.
• A 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.
• The 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.

What we offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• 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

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

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