A government organization is looking for a security guard to strengthen its team in a patrol area. This organization is constantly evolving and is committed to protecting important interests. Professional security of all locations is essential. You will work 24/7 with approximately 2500 colleagues on the security of people and equipment. Working as a security guard for this organization is important and responsible work.
You will be continuously trained by experienced instructors, including on the use of force such as service weapons, batons, and handcuffs. You will receive a good salary including an allowance for irregular shifts and an Individual Choice Budget (IKB). You will have a clear and stable five-week work schedule. You will work in a civilian capacity, wear a uniform, and carry a weapon. You will report to the Group Commander and work closely with the Watch Coordinator, fellow security guards, and dog handlers.
What you will do. Areas, buildings, vehicles, and equipment must be guarded and secured. As a security guard within the organization, you are the silent force at the organization's locations. Together with your colleagues, you will perform a combination of tasks, including:
- Patrolling organization locations
- Observing irregularities and monitoring camera footage
- Detecting suspicious situations and acting effectively when necessary
- Responding to alarms, using force if the situation requires it
- Performing access controls and ensuring only authorized persons gain access
- Operating access systems
- Providing support during emergencies within the organization's units
Good basic training and regular refresher courses are part of the job to perform this responsible work professionally and to effectively deploy force.
What they ask To perform this role with pleasure and success, it is important that you possess the following qualities:
- Good social and communication skills (Dutch language in word and writing)
- Mentally strong, calm, and maintaining an overview, even in stressful situations
- Vigilant, strong in detecting and assessing situations, quick to switch, and daring to take immediate action if necessary
- Committed to your work and profession, colleagues can count on you
- Disciplined, mastering protocols and procedures and applying them effectively
- Integral team player
Profile
- An MBO 2 Security diploma
- Preferably previous work experience in security or as a military
- Dutch nationality (can be a second nationality)
- Physically fit, actively exercising, and a healthy lifestyle
- Able to work seamlessly in 5-shift services (day/evening/night and weekend shifts)
- In possession of a B driving license (manual) and own transport for commuting
Practical
- Responsible job at a socially important organization
- Great team
- Good salary with an allowance for irregular service
- Clear work schedules
- Good training facilities
- Periodic training to keep knowledge and skills up to date
- The first few weeks you will work unarmed in continuous service. Before working armed, new employees follow an internal training (INI) of approximately 20 weeks, of which 5 weeks are internal at a training location. Here you will learn to professionally handle means of coercion.
- A security screening and possibly a reference check are part of the selection procedure. The security screening is a background check by an intelligence and security service, including criminal record and financial matters.
- Prior to starting, a stability measurement will take place to assess stress resistance and psychological resilience.
- Willingness to take the oath or promise for civilian employees of the organization.
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