Security Officer / Command Centre Officer

About the role

Securitas is hiring a Security Officer (also described as Command Centre Officer) in Leixlip, Co. Kildare, on a full-time 36-hour-a-week contract, able to work up to 48 hours per week. The role covers 24/7 monitoring of client facilities, incident handling and reporting, and includes a role-specific premium and allowances on top of the base pay.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor physical security systems, including access control and alarm monitoring, video surveillance and incoming reports from security personnel
• Dispatch and coordinate responses to security incidents on client premises or events, using radio, telephone, email, SMS and mass notification tools
• Prepare and review Daily Activity Reports, create incident reports and escalate critical events to site management
• Act as the first point of contact for employees, contingent workers and visitors on security matters
• Report health and safety hazards and threats immediately, and keep accurate incident notes
• Wear the uniform correctly and maintain a professional, courteous approach to colleagues, customers and the public

Required profile

• Fluent English, both written and spoken, and excellent attention to detail
• PSA licence
• Previous experience in security control or command centres desirable
• Own transport desirable
• Flexibility with working hours

Required skills

• Good level of PC and other IT skills
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team, and in busy or stressful conditions

What we offer

• Pay of €16.15 per hour plus role-specific premium and allowances
• Maternity leave top-up, 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme, employer contribution pension scheme and life assurance
• Christmas savings scheme, discounted private healthcare, bicycle-to-work scheme and employee referral incentives
• Training, progression and development opportunities