Security Staffs (Vacancies 3)
Detailed Job Description
Location: Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Department: Facility Operations
Reporting To: Community Manager, APS Unipod Stirling Center
Compensation: £1800 per month (Gross)
Annual Leave: 28 Calendar Days Paid Annual Leave (plus statutory entitlements where applicable)
Security Staffs - APS Unipod Stirling Center
APS Unipod Global is seeking disciplined, professional, and customer-focused Security Officers to join the Security & Safety Services Department at APS Unipod Stirling Center. Security Officers will be responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and peaceful environment throughout the Centre by protecting residents, employees, visitors, and property. In addition to traditional security responsibilities, Security Officers are expected to provide exceptional customer service, assist residents during emergencies, and work collaboratively with all operational departments.
As APS Unipod is a student-focused community, Security Officers are expected to maintain a visible, approachable, and service-oriented presence while enforcing Centre policies with fairness, professionalism, and respect.
Gender: Male
Experience: 2 + Years in Industry
Education: Any
Preferred Nationality: Indian / British
Age: Below 45
Patrol and Surveillance
Conduct regular patrols of student accommodation blocks, reception and lobby areas, study rooms, community lounges, canteen, laundry, daycare, salon, fitness center, outdoor spaces, parking, service corridors, utility, plant rooms, emergency exits and perimeter fencing.
Patrols shall include inspections for safety hazards, suspicious behavior, fire risks, equipment malfunctions, unsecured doors and windows, unauthorized persons and vandalism or property damage.
CCTV Monitoring
Monitor CCTV surveillance systems continuously.
Observe and report suspicious activities.
Record incidents requiring further investigation.
Preserve CCTV footage when required.
Assist management and law enforcement with incident investigations.
Ensure CCTV systems remain operational.
Emergency Response
Respond promptly and professionally to emergencies, including medical emergencies, fire alarms, building evacuations, security breaches, accidents missing persons, disturbances, criminal incidents, severe weather events and utility failures and coordinate promptly with Scottish Ambulance services, police Scotland, civil defense, university emergency services, and APS Unipod management.
Key Responsibilities
Access Control and Front Office Security
Monitor all entry and exit points of APS Unipod Stirling Center.
Verify the identity of residents, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel.
Register visitors in accordance with Centre policies.
Issue visitor passes and temporary access credentials.
Prevent unauthorised access to the premises.
Ensure all access control systems are functioning correctly.
Monitor vehicle entry into designated parking areas.
Student Safety and Welfare
Providing a visible and reassuring security presence.
Assisting students returning late at night.
Escorting residents upon request where appropriate.
Responding to welfare concerns.
Supporting vulnerable residents.
Assisting during mental health or wellbeing incidents by coordinating with the appropriate emergency or support services, while operating within the limits of security responsibilities.
Reporting safeguarding concerns to management.
Documentation and Reporting
Maintain accurate records including daily occurrence reports, visitor logs, incident reports, patrol records, CCTV observations, fire alarm activations, maintenance requests, lost property registers, vehicle access records.
Submit reports promptly to the security supervisor and operations manager.
Incident Management
Respond appropriately to noise complaints, anti-social behavior, property damage, theft, lost items, disputes, trespassing, alcohol or substance related incidents, unauthorized gathering, police violations.
Prepare accurate incident reports for management review.
Fire Safety
Conducting fire patrols.
Checking emergency exits.
Ensuring fire escape routes remain unobstructed.
Monitoring fire alarm systems.
Assisting during fire drills.
Supporting evacuation procedures.
Reporting fire safety deficiencies.
Customer Service
Welcome residents and visitors courteously.
Provide directions and assistance.
Support students arriving from overseas.
Help with luggage during emergencies or special situations when appropriate.
Assist elderly visitors and families.
Promote a safe and friendly atmosphere.
Event Security
Crowd management.
Access control.
Emergency preparedness.
Public safety.
Traffic coordination.
Lost and Found Management
Receive lost property.
Record found items.
Secure valuable belongings.
Coordinate return of items to rightful owners.
Maintain accurate documentation.
Key Control
Manage master keys and restricted access keys.
Maintain key issue records.
Secure sensitive access points.
Report lost keys immediately.
Essential Qualifications
Secondary school education or equivalent.
Valid SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guard License (or eligibility to obtain one before commencement of employment).
Good spoken and written English.
Strong observation and communication skills.
Ability to remain calm under pressure.
Physically fit and capable of standing or patrolling for extended periods.
Professional appearance and excellent interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of experience in security, hospitality, residential accommodation, universities, hotels, or commercial facilities.
First Aid at Work certification.
Fire Marshal training.
CCTV Operator qualification.
Conflict Management training.
Customer service experience.
Experience working with multicultural communities.
APS Employee Benefits
Gross salary of £1,800 GBP per month
28 calendar days of paid annual leave (inclusive of annual leave entitlement; public holiday arrangements will be administered in accordance with company policy and applicable UK law)
Workplace pension scheme in accordance with UK auto-enrolment requirements
Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), with any enhanced sick pay subject to company policy
Paid maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and parental leave in line with UK statutory requirements and company policies
Employer support for professional development and training
Company laptop and mobile phone
Business travel reimbursement for approved work-related expenses
Employee Assistance Programme (where applicable)
Performance and annual salary reviews
Opportunities for career progression within APS Unipod Global's international operations
A collaborative, multicultural, and purpose-driven working environment
Core Competencies
Security Operations
CCTV Monitoring
Access Control
Patrol Management
Emergency Response
Incident Reporting
Conflict Resolution
Customer Service Excellence
Communication Skills
Observation & Situational Awareness
Health & Safety Compliance
Teamwork
Integrity & Confidentiality
Problem Solving
Professionalism
Why Join as General Helpers at APS Unipod Stirling Center?
Security at APS Unipod Stirling Center extends far beyond protecting buildings, it is about creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive home for an international community of students. As a Security Officer, you will play a vital role in ensuring that residents feel secure, supported, and cared for throughout their stay. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering world-class student accommodation and welfare services, where professionalism, integrity, compassion, and service excellence are central to everything we do. If you are committed to protecting people, maintaining high standards of safety, and providing exceptional customer service, APS Unipod Global offers a rewarding opportunity to build a long-term career in one of Scotland's most innovative student living communities.
Join us in creating homes where students thrive and futures begin.
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