Security Guard

We are looking for a security guard to join our team to contribute towards the overall security of the Bowland view site, controlling site access, directing visitors and deliveries to the correct locations. Here's What You Can Expect to be Doing

• Maintaining the safety, security and operational standards of the external areas of our depot.
• Ensuring site security is maintained by controlling access to pass holders, deliveries and valid visitors.
• Monitoring CCTV, the intruder alarm, fire alarms and the building management system.
• Working alongside a team of security guards based over different areas of the site, ensuring accurate and up to date
communication of any issues.
• Reporting incidents in compliance with security procedures.
• Completing incident logs and reports accurately and thoroughly.
• Maintaining accurate records of deliveries.
• Greeting and directing all visitors to reception.
• Building and maintaining productive working relations with staff and visitors.
  
  Self-motivated, reliable and a good team player.
• Take responsibility for your own health and safety and that of your colleagues, visitors and employees who may be affected by
your activity.
• Consistently work in accordance with our Company policies and procedures.
• Be a smart and approachable with a good attention to detail.
• Have confident and clear communication skills, willing to challenge non-compliant behaviours.
• Have good computer literacy.
• Willing to work in an outside environment in all weathers.
• Flexible with working time with the ability to work overtime where required.
  
  Based at our state-of-the-art head office and distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, James Hall & Co. Ltd. have been
established for over 150 years proudly serving communities across the north of England as supplier and distributor to over 500 SPAR stores. We are proud to be one of the biggest employers in Lancashire with over 4000 colleagues who represent our core values of passion, enterprise and family every single day.

To make this vision possible we need the best talent to join us on our journey. We are a family company and believe that if we look after our people, they will look after us. Here are some of the benefits that you can take advantage of as an employee of James Hall & Co. Ltd. Loyalty award - From day one you will receive £0.15p per hour for every hour you work. You will then receive this as a lump sum on the pay period after your 12 month anniversary. Company Doctor - We care about the health and wellbeing of our people. That is why you will have access to our company doctor with the ability to book appointments directly. Free On-site Parking - You don't have to worry about paying for parking or getting from your car to the office as our site boasts a secure car park with over 1000 spaces. Holidays - Everyone needs a break so as an employee of James Hall & Co. Ltd. you will receive our enhanced holiday package of 22 days holidays per year plus bank holidays (unless otherwise stated). Holiday entitlement increases with continuous service every two years Learning & Development - We want all of our colleagues to reach their full potential. That is why you will benefit from our in-house learning and development team who will provide you access to fully funded accredited training and industry recognised qualifications. Grocery Aid - We understand the importance of mental health. We work with the national charity Grocery Aid to provide all colleagues a 24/7 helpline service that is free, independent and confidential. Grocery Aid also offer a wide range of other fantastic services to support you when you need it. We also offer staff discount, cycle to work scheme and our famous Christmas Hamper!