Security Guard

Newport City Council's Infrastructure, are responsible for the Council's front-line services, including highways, engineering, car parks/enforcement, drainage, grounds, waste, and recycling areas. The Team based in Telford Depot are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated, proactive and reliable Security Guard.

• Is willing and able to work positively with all departments based in the depot;


• Is willing and able to work collaboratively with the depot management team;


• Has proven experience of security in a similar environment;


• Has an eye for detail and understands the importance of Health and Safety Policies and Procedures;


• Has the skills to prioritise tasks and can effectively plan their own time, liaise with contractors, Site Management team and onsite operatives to ensure the depot is in good repair and running smoothly;


• Has experience of maintaining and managing security systems, fire systems, access controls, water systems and other premises systems;


• Can be proactive, flexible and a team player;


• Embraces professional learning, is willing and able to attend training as appropriate;


• Has high expectations of themselves, others, and will take a sense of pride in the Depot;


• Is well organised and confident in making responsive decisions, be an excellent communicator and be confident in I.T systems.
  
  We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.


Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from the minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.

In return for your commitment, we offer an open, friendly working environment with modern working practices and systems. Benefits include a generous annual leave entitlement, professional development, flexible and agile working.