Facilities Assistant - Security
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South Wales Police brings together thousands of people with the same aim – to keep South Wales safe.
We want to be the best at understanding and responding to our community’s needs. To do this we need the very best candidates from a wide range of backgrounds to apply to become part of our policing family.
We are looking 2 positions as Facilities Assistant- Security Officer in our Estates & Facilities Department. Could you be who we are looking for?
About the team/Department you will be joining:
Located at: our Pencoed Complex
South Wales Police have an exciting opportunity that has arisen for a one full time and one part-time Facilities Assistant Security on a permanent basis. The successful candidates will assist the Facilities Supervisor working with the day to day Security Operations independently.
About the role and your key responsibilities:
An opportunity has arisen for a full time Security officer position at our Pencoed complex. The successful person will provide; 24/7 security cover. A shift pattern of 2 days; 7am to 7pm, 2 nights; 7pm to 7am and 4 days off.
A part-time position is also available working a shift pattern of 7am to 7pm, one day off, 7pm to 7am and 5 days off. (£24,309.00 - £25,626.00 pro-rata)
The role also attracts 20% Shift Allowance
What skills and experience do we need you to bring to the role:
The successful candidate:
- Have security experience, be computer literate and proficient in Microsoft suite applications.
- You must be able to work as a team as well on your own and have the ability to be pro-active and use your initiative, whilst remaining calm and professional if dealing with a confrontational situation.
- To ensure that all visitors and staff are dealt with efficiently, providing an exceptional customer service at all times is essential.
Please note the successful candidate must be willing to undergo vetting to the required level MV/SC
PLEASE NOTE: The positions will commence on the 1st April, 2026
Please note, if you are an internal candidate and subject to an ongoing PSD investigation, your appointment or placement in the role may be delayed pending an outcome. Whether the role is held open will be considered on a case-by-case basis
There are numerous benefits to working for South Wales Police, from learning and development opportunities to schemes which aim to improve your lifestyle and wellbeing, as well as generous Local Government Pension Scheme / Police Pension Schemes, paid annual leave, flexible working and family friendly policies and many more, click here for more information.
If you would like any more information about the role, please contact Helen Hayman or Adam Hooper on 07970 160122/ 07483 946733
This role closes soon apply today and join Team SWP!