Security Guard

• Pay Rate: £12.21 per hour paye
• Location: Oldham Council
• Job Type: Full-time, Temporary (6 months)

Oldham Council are looking for a dedicated Security Guard for a full-time position to work in a busy housing options department, six-month temporary contract. The role involves guarding and patrolling various designated areas, including public buildings and council properties, to ensure their security and safety. This position requires a valid SIA Badge and is ideal for individuals committed to maintaining high security standards and public safety.

• Guard and patrol designated areas to prevent unauthorised entry, damage, and theft.
• Respond to alarms and deter crime against Oldham Council premises and partner-designated property.
• Deal with and liaise with the public, council staff, emergency services, and internal and external contractors.
• Maintain a security presence and perform risk assessments to mitigate potential threats to colleagues, partners, and the public.
• Work assigned shifts to provide adequate coverage and maintain accurate reports and shift logs.
• Support the development and implementation of quality systems to ensure service responsiveness and efficiency in accordance with the Council’s Customer Care Policy.
• Carry out security duties as directed, including routine patrolling, alarm response, and dynamic risk assessment.
• Maintain contact with the Council’s Control Room, Supervisors, and management to ensure coordinated operations.
• Respond to all alarm activations, reset alarms as required, and keep accurate written records of all incidents.
• Utilize and maintain body cameras to capture video footage for evidential purposes.
• Be responsible for the management of site/premises keys and documents.
• Lock and unlock premises as per Service Level Agreements and maintain key logs and key management systems.
• If directed, drive designated vehicles in accordance with the Council’s Code of Practice and maintain a logged record of all journeys.

• Must have a valid SIA Badge.
• Experience in a security role, preferably in a public sector or similar environment.
• Ability to perform dynamic risk assessments and respond effectively to security incidents.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with various stakeholders.
• Capable of maintaining detailed and accurate reports.
• Ability to work flexible shifts as part of a rota.

To apply for this Security Guard position, please send your cv to