Multi Skilled Operative
| Company: | Sodexo Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.25 - £13.25 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Ashford, TN25 6GE |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 20 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 2 Sept 2026 |
Summary
40 Hours per week
4 on/ 4 off 07:00 - 19:00 or 19:00 - 07:00
£13.25 per hour
SIA Desirable
Basic IT skills and confidence using security systems, radios, or reporting tools.
Must have been resident in UK for minimum of 5 years for RTW compliances.
We’re looking for someone who brings great observational skills, strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to everything they do!
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Job Introduction
As a Security Officer at
Sevington Inland Border Facility Ashford Kent TN25 6GE working for DEFRA
you will play a critical rolein maintaining a secure, safe, and positive environment for all employees,visitors, and clients. This position requires a dependable individual whocan remain alert, enforce site protocols, and respond effectively to varioussituations. You’ll be a visible presence on site, combining vigilance withexcellent customer service to support Sodexo’s commitment to operationalexcellence and safety.
- Be professional, pleasant, friendly, courteous and helpful at all times whilst carrying out duties of he highest level.
- Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies, ensuring customers are consistently informed throughout the process.
- Provide assistant to clients, contractors and visitors ensuring all site procedures and polices are adhered too.
- To liaise closely with statutory authorities, dealing with incidents and providing information to support.
- Continuous monitoring of site radio systems adhering to the correct procedures.
- Maintaining site records such as reference materials, incident forms and site occurrence book.
- To develop excellent working relationships with our on site client.
What You Will Bring:
- Avalid SIA (Security Industry Authority) Licence– essential for this role.
- A strong sense of responsibility and integrity, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and approachable manner.
- Good observational awareness and attention to detail.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative when needed.
- Basic IT skills and confidence using security systems, radios, or reporting tools.
What weoffer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be partof something greater.You’ll belong in a company and team that values youfor you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everydayactions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:
- Mental health & wellbeing support
- Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
- 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
- Discounts for you & family
- Financial tools & retirement plan
- Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day
Ready to bepart of something greater? Apply today!
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications