Gatehouse Security Officer

Salary: $37.16 - $43.61

Job Type: Casual

Location: VIC

Job Category: Security & Protective Services

Would you like to help us make our world a safer place? Right now, somewhere in the world, someone’s most important assets are being monitored and protected by our Securitas team. From managing access control at corporate sites to monitoring critical systems in data centres, our Security Officers play a vital role in creating safe, secure environments. If you're passionate about safety, customer service, protecting people and property, working with systems, and being part of a professional, diverse team - we encourage you to apply.

About The Business

Securitas is the leading global security company with operations in 44 countries in North America, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Asia, The Pacific and Africa. With more than 2000 branch offices and over 370,000 employees, we make a difference every day, all year round. Our values are the foundation of our operations, and the corporate culture is built on these values that help to shape a long-term, financially successful enterprise by creating value for customers, employees, and shareholders. They are summarized in three words: Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness.

About the role

Our client is a world leading bottler and distributor of non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages in Australia. Having National presence across 5 major States with multiple facilities including manufacturing and logistics; we are looking for highly skilled Security Officers with experience in gatehouse logistics/data entry to manage access into their facilities while observing and reporting on all Security, Transport and Property related matters. The security team at these locations plays an important role in the logistical management, safety and security of the site. As the first point of contact visitors and staff have when entering the facility, security officers at this location need to leave a lasting impression of exceptional customer service. This position is available in Mentone and Moorabbin for this particular client; we encourage Officers who have worked in Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) environments to apply for this role.

Job Type: Casual - Day and Night Shifts based on operational requirements.

Location: Mentone and Moorabbin, VIC

Key Tasks:

• Provide a security service in line with the site SOPs and client's requirements in order to protect the client’s employees, property and other assets.
• Deliver the highest levels of customer service which consistently demonstrate Securitas’ core values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness.
• Site patrols, Access Control and responding to incidents around the site.
• Greeting visitors and employees, issuing keys/cards to authorized contractors and monitoring their activities for safety and compliance.
• Protection of people and property.
• Report writing, Microsoft Application, advance use of Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Monitor and use CCTV application, Emergency Management and Fire Systems.
• About 90% of the role is data entry (computer proficiency is essential).

Desired Skills And Experience:

• Must have a valid VIC Security License.
• Current First Aid & CPR.
• Valid Driver's License & Car.
• Excellent communication skills, punctual and reliable.
• Be able to work independently, self-aware, motivated, and able to work as part of the team.
• Be proactive, whilst maintaining discretion and confidentiality.
• Previous gatehouse experience is highly desirable but not compulsory.

Benefits And Perks:

• Level 3 SSIA Wages.
• Modern Corporate Office facilities with industry leading technology.
• Growth and Career progression opportunities.

Diversity and Inclusion:

At Securitas, we embrace diversity and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.