Security Officer

Job summary

INTERVIEWS - THE WEEK BEGINNING - 7 JUNE 2023

A valid Security Industry Authority (SIA) Licence and a Full Driving Licence is required

A vacancy has arisen for Security Officers to join the busy Security Depart at PHT working at Queen Alexandra. An average of 37.5 hours per week, includes weekend/evenings which attracts an unsocial payment. Duties - include a security presence in A & E, internal/external patrols, locking and alarming of buildings, assisting staff/general public with security and parking problems. Training for monitoring of CCTV system and control room duties

An advantage if a valid CCTV Licence was held. On and off the job training will be provided. Previous security or forces employment would also be an advantage

Uniforms are supplied, and a smart appearance is essential. Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team

A generous annual leave entitlement is given and an opportunity to join the NHS pension scheme

IN LINE WITH TRUST GUIDELINES CANDIDATES TO PROVIDE 5YEARS OF EMPLOYMENT AND/OR PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES.

This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) form to be completed

Main duties of the job

Must be SIA trained to effectively carry out all duties in line with Policy and Procedure.

Report all Security and Car Parking machinery related maintenance requirements within the department and across the Trust to the Help Desk.

Help direct emergency vehicles and other traffic if a major incident occurs

Computer literate to deal with complex systems within the Security Dept, eg: Trust I.D badges system, CCTV.

Carry out internal/external patrols of all buildings, grounds and any other premises as may be required using the electronic frequency tags located internally/externally around the site. This reduces the risk to staff and property out of hours and give detailed information of rounds completed and by whom.

To process and produce ID cards for PHT, Portsmouth Healthcare Trust and Health Authority personnel using the imaging badging system in an efficient and professional manner so all Trust staff are identifiable and can move around the site in an efficient, effective manner.

Deal with car parking problems, minor problems on all machinery and use the car parking control computer.

About us

Equans working in Partnership with Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust.

PHU NHS Trust was rated good by the CQC in its recent inspection. In July 2020 it became a university hospital, we will work to drive benefits for patients, colleagues by embedding research, education and training across the Trust.

The Trusts main hub is the QA Hospital, which started as a military hospital over a century ago. It is one of the largest, modern hospitals on the south coast, with 1,200 beds. It provides comprehensive secondary care and specialist services to a local population of 675,000 people across SE Hampshire. With over 7,300 staff it is the largest employer in Portsmouth.

Being You @ PHU

Our patients are from all walks of life and so are we. If you share our values and enthusiasm for getting it right for patients, colleagues and our community you will find a home at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust (PHU).