View Vacancy - Security Officer – Belmopan /Security Services

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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Residence and Support Staff)
Security Guards

Main purpose of job:


To ensure that personnel can work in a safe and secure environment by protecting staff and FCO assets at the British High Commission office and residence compounds.


Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve?:


Security 100%


  • Controlling vehicle and personnel access to the office and residence compounds.
  • Security of all locations by regular patrolling.
  • Answer operator requested telephone calls.
  • Monitor the BHC Radio Network.
  • Monitor CCTV at both locations and log information as necessary.
  • Carry out any other security tasks as directed by PSM.
  • Daily check of the office compound and residence area.
  • Where necessary escort workmen and contractors in the High commission premises.
  • Good command of oral and written English
  • Ability to work in a demanding environment
  • Ability to work professionally in stressful situations
  • Ability to work flexibly to meet changing demands
  • Initiative and good judgement
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a small team
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in the use of MS Windows and Office suite

 


  • Former Non Commissioned Officer (NCO) in the military or Police (or necessary experience to this level)
  • Knowledge of Spanish would be an asset

25 January 2019
S2
Full-time
Americas, Caribbean & Overseas Territories
Belize
Belmopan
British Embassy
1
1770.95 BZD
1 April 2019

Individual is part of a 3-man team working a 42-hour per week, 8 hour day and night shift pattern.


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This opportunity is closed to applications.