DECOTEK Automotive is based in the Irish midlands employing approximately 320 people in a highly skilled manufacturing environment. We design, develop and manufacture premium exterior trim components for the global automotive industry customers.

We are currently recruiting for a Security Officer. This role will be full-time. Working 4 Cycle Shifts, including weekends.

As Security Officer, you are responsible for ensuring the security of the site and the personnel working therein. The incumbent reports directly to the Security Supervisor/Director of Operations and works within a matrix structure organisation. It is important that the incumbent is self-motivated, able to prioritise workload in all areas of responsibility.

Principal Accountabilities:

Patrol the premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.
Ensure all callers to the business are screened before entering the premises.
Monitor and authorise entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.
Check and log in to book all deliveries to premises and check out any collections from premises.
Answer telephone calls to take messages etc. outside of normal trading hours.
Answer alarms, inform alarm control / fire brigade outside of normal business hours and investigate disturbances.
Operate and monitor security equipment for both security and H&S purposes reporting any breaches of procedure or unusual activity.
Call Gardai or fire department as required in cases of emergency (fire outside of normal trading hours).
Write reports of daily activities and irregularities such as damage to property or equipment, theft, presence of unauthorised persons or unusual activity.
Switch off all lights in areas where no production / work is being carried out, switch off gas as directed. All doors to be secured and only re-opened before shift starting times.
Night shift personnel must patrol and check premises every 2 hours using the clocking system during patrol.
Control of cars going in to and out of carpark, monitoring and recording any activity in same.
Hold list of all company personnel and car registrations.
Stop and search all vehicles and persons entering / exiting premises as required (includes contractors/visitors).
Ensure that all scrap material leaving premises has been signed for by authorised parties.
Ensure that all contractors are signed in and out and that H&S procedures are followed.
Undertake any other duties as may be required relevant to support the business.
Any other duties assigned to you by your supervisor.

Skills and Experience:

2 years of experience in a similar role.
Experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment is an advantage.
Ability to communicate and interact with all levels within the business
Must hold current PSA license.
Full Driver's License
Proficient in Microsoft office suite (Word, Excel etc.)

Interested? What can Decotek offer you?

We provide 21.5 days of annual leave - plus your 10 statutory bank holidays
Compassionate Leave
Refer A Friend Scheme
Bike to Work Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family, offering up to 8 free counselling sessions, and many more wellness benefits
Attendance Bonus
Health & Safety Bonus
Bi-Annual Events including Summer BBQ & Xmas Dinner

We'd love to hear from you. Please hit the link to apply, or get in touch via our careers page for more information on any of our open vacancies @ Decotek Automotive Ltd