Application Details
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Job Description
Location: Newbridge, Kildare
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Salary: €16.80 per hour
Work hours: 42 hours per week
Schedule: 4 on 4 off days and nights
Shift times: 7 am – 7 pm / 7 pm – 7 am
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 in written and spoken English.
* Proficiency with 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.
Benefits
* Site Specific Benefits.
* Opportunities for career development.
* Plus our Sodexo employee benefits package.
* Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support.
* Compassionate Employee Assistance Programme.
* 24‑hour virtual GP Service.
* Sodexo Discounts Scheme.
* Retirement savings through the Pension Plan.
* Learning and development tools.
* Bike to Work Scheme.
* Enhanced benefits and leave policies.
Career Level
Entry Level
Candidate Requirements
Essential
* Minimum experienced required (years): 1
* Minimum qualification: No qualification
Desirable
* Interpersonal skills, skilled trade(s)
* Decision making, problem solving
Please apply to this vacancy by the following means:
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