Security Officer - Cambridge - CB1 (3-Month Fixed Term Contract)

About us

Dardan have a wealth of experience in delivering smart security solutions that go beyond safeguarding buildings, property, and staff. We combine the best in technology, mobile services, physical guarding, and consultancy.

We are a people-focused, privately owned specialist security company. We choose our employees carefully and value them greatly because we know our people are our greatest asset. We invest in their development and provide opportunities to build rewarding careers within the security industry.

A career with Dardan means joining an ACS Pacesetter and a company recognised by Infologue as “One to Watch.”

Our mission

Be ethical, be authentic, be agile and be smart.

We do our best and then do a little bit more, every time.

Our Vision

To be a trusted partner for Security solutions through intelligence, innovation, and influence.

Reward and Benefits

- Unlimited training and opportunities to progress
- 3-Month Fixed Term Contract
- £14.75 per hour
- 60 hours per week
- 12 hour shift pattern, Monday to Friday days
- Up to 28 days paid holiday (site and shift dependant)
- Recognition rewards
- Access to a 24/7 employee wellbeing support line
- Virtual GP Service
- Earn an extra bonus through recommend a Friend Scheme, no limits

The Opportunity

We are seeking a professional, customer-focused Security Officer to join our team on a 3-month fixed-term contract. This role combines exceptional front-of-house service with effective security support, ensuring a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for visitors, clients, and colleagues.

As the first point of contact on site, you will play a key role in creating a positive experience while maintaining the highest standards of security, vigilance, and professionalism.Provide a warm, professional, and courteous welcome to all visitors and staff.

Your duties include (but are not limited to):

- Manage reception and concierge duties, including visitor registration and access control
- Conduct regular patrols and security checks of the premises
- Respond promptly and professionally to incidents, emergencies, and customer enquiries
- Maintain accurate records, reports, and site documentation
- Issue visitor passes and ensure access procedures are followed
- Support the delivery of health and safety procedures across the site
- Build strong relationships with clients, visitors, and colleagues to maintain a positive working environment

Full in-house training will be provided.

Essential Skills and Experience

- Valid SIA Licence
- Valid CCTV Licence (desirable)
- Right to work in the UK and a five-year checkable history
- Punctual and reliable
- Passionate about creating an expectational customer experience
- Knowledge of the MS packages (excel, word, outlook)
- Highly intuitive with a curious mindset
- Highly presentable in line with our corporate brand
- Resilient and pro-active in your work

Diversity, Inclusion and Equality

At Dardan, we are committed to building a workforce of talented, intuitive and ethical professionals. We achieve this by attracting and retaining people from diverse backgrounds and creating an inclusive environment for our employees and clients.

We recruit based on talent, skills and potential and continue to develop a culture where everyone is respected and valued. We believe diversity of thought, experience and perspective strengthens our business, encourages innovation and supports better collaboration.

We welcome applications from people who share our values and want to be part of a professional, supportive and forward-thinking security team.
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