Security Officer

Longleat is seeking an experienced and customer focused Security Officer to join our team and help us continue our tradition of hiring engaged and productive employees.
Our Security Team ensure the safety and security of the park, house, and wider estate. With guests at the forefront, you’ll deter crime, minimize risks, and de-escalate confrontations to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.
Reporting to the Head of Security, you’ll be responsible for working closely with the team to provide a friendly and professional security presence during mobile patrols, foot patrols, and whilst handling CCTV and control room operations as well as telephone enquiries.
Key duties will include:

Once trained you will monitor CCTV, operate and fully understand the CCTV cameras and associated equipment in the control room.
Through effective patrols across the estate, to minimalize potential security threats to the business and the estate.
To ensure all security issues are dealt with calmly and efficiently with minimal disruption to the on-going business and our customers.
To oversee contractor movement to the estate and house, ensuring that their presence on site is recorded and that the relevant department is aware of their presence and takes ownership of their movement on site.
To carry out perimeter patrols of the barriers and blockers, checking for tampers and ensuring the security arrangements for the estate run in a timely manner.

About you

Proven security industry experience.
SIA security licence.
A full valid UK, clean, driving licence.
Must be self- sufficient in working remotely, able to work without direct supervision.
Must be computer literate and have good working knowledge of M.S Word and Excel applications.
Must be willing to work on a variable shift pattern of 12-hour night shifts, with some short notice shift changes.
Must be able to demonstrate a proactive approach to problems as they arise, ensuring they are followed through to a positive conclusion at all times.
A DBS check will be required prior to successful appointment.

A little about us
At Longleat we offer a day out like no other, our guests are invited to step into the Thynn family home where they will find the finest example of Elizabethan Architecture. They are also immersed into the wild side, where they can visit over 120 species of animals by car, foot, train, bus, and boat.
With a core business of around 1 million guests every year, we are passionate about providing unforgettable experiences that bring family and friends together to create memories that will last a lifetime.
Our values
At Longleat, we believe in engaging and inspiring our employees, putting people first, taking accountability, continuously improving, and acting with integrity. We invite everyone who works with us to subscribe to these values, as they truly set us apart as a place to work.
Why join the Longleat team?
In this unique work environment, you will be surrounded by historic landscapes and listed buildings, all whilst listening to our lions roar and wolves howl. You will even have the opportunity to visit our adorable Koalas and cheeky meerkats during your lunch break.
You will receive a receive a salary of £23,758, rising to £24,758 after successful completion of 3 month probation period, in addition to a range of attractive benefits that include;

29 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, rising to 31 days at 5 years’ service (pro rata).
Unlimited free entry to Longleat for our employees
Complimentary tickets to Longleat and Cheddar Gorge and Caves, 18 per annum pro rata
50% off Annual passes for Friends and Family
Discounts on food and beverages and retail merchandise
20% off VIP Experiences, 10% off Accommodation
Discretionary bonus scheme
Employee Assistant Programme
Employer contributory pension scheme
Life assurance scheme
Perks at work
Range of flexible working schemes

Your contract
You will be on a a permanent 42-hour contract working a 4 on 4 off 12-hour shift pattern, including nights, weekends, and bank holidays as required.
Location: On Site – Longleat (Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7NW)
Sounds great! How do I apply?
If you are interested in this role, please apply online. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if enough suitable applicants are received.