Application Details
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Job Description
Security Officer
Location: Newbridge, Kildare
Shifts: 4 on 4 off, days and nights
Contract: Permanent, Full Time – Salary: €16.80 per hour
About the Role
We are recruiting a Security & Emergency Response Officer to join our team at Little Connell. This role involves delivering high‑quality security services, ensuring the safety of employees, visitors, and assets, while also supporting the facilities team when required.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out static guarding and gatehouse duties, enforcing site security procedures.
* Operate and monitor CCTV and fire life safety systems.
* Respond to emergencies, alarms, and site notifications in line with standard procedures.
* Provide first aid assistance during on‑site incidents.
* Manage visitor access, issue security passes, and maintain accurate logs.
* Support reception duties, including handling phone calls.
* Conduct safety checks, hazard reporting, and incident investigations.
* Assist with evacuations and liaise with emergency services when required.
* Maintain professionalism, customer service standards, and compliance with all site rules.
What We’re Looking For
* Valid PSA licence.
* Excellent communication skills, written and spoken English.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
* Knowledge of fire detection systems, Health & Safety, and Food Safety regulations.
* First Aid & AED qualification (or willingness to obtain).
* Previous security experience in a similar role.
* Strong customer service, organisation, and problem‑solving skills.
* Flexibility to cover shifts, holidays, and sickness where needed.
Why Sodexo?
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. Belong in a company and team that values you for you. Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions. Thrive in your own way.
Benefits
* Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support.
* An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life’s larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing.
* Access to a 24‑hour virtual GP service.
* Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big‑brand retailers.
* Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan.
* Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
* Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment while keeping fit.
* Sodexo UK and Ireland’s enhanced benefits and leave policies.
Career Level
Not Required
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