Corporate Security Officer / Receptionist

Job description

Vigilant Security are offering an exciting opportunity for a security professional to join our expanding team, working with a client in Chelmsford.

Schedule & PayMonday to Friday 09:00 - 17:30 with occasional overtime shifts. Pay Rate £13.51 per hour.

Position RequirementsThe post holder must hold a valid SIA License.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Provide a prompt, polite and warm welcome to all visitors.

Anticipate clients' needs and problems before they arise and meet or exceed expectations each day.

Be visible and customer‐focused, greeting and engaging with visitors.

Provide a consistent professional service at all times.

Communicate visitor/client arrivals to the relevant person promptly.

Maintain high security awareness at all times.

Undertake patrols and inspections in accordance with management instructions.

Use relevant communications equipment proficiently, demonstrating good communication skills.

Ensure all H&S policies are adhered to.

Ensure that no unauthorised persons are permitted in prohibited areas.

Issue visitor passes using agreed processes and procedures.

Maintain an accurate record of any incidents that occur.

What We Are Looking For

Professional, highly driven, flexible, enthusiastic, proactive, self‐motivated team player.

Smart and confident.

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with people at all levels.

Immaculate presentation.

Clear, concise and confident communication skills with a customer‐service orientation and keen eye for detail.

Maintain and practice a high degree of confidentiality at all times.

Computer literate.

Good written and verbal communication skills.

Able to pass a vetting back of 5 years or since leaving compulsory education.

Provide support to the wider team when required.

Current SIA license.

Equal Employment OpportunityWe are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Chelmsford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English