Security Officer

About this role

NIGHT SECURITY OFFICER

• Rendall & Rittner • £28,000 • Brent Cross Town - NW2 1FE • 1900 - 0700

DEVELOPMENT DETAILS

Join the night team at a landmark 180-acre regeneration in North West London that’s creating 6,700 new homes alongside 50 acres of green space. You’ll be part of a vibrant, mixed-use neighbourhood with residents enjoying a 24-hour concierge, gym, fitness studio, screening room and private dining spaces. With Brent Cross West Thameslink moments away, the setting is dynamic yet thoughtfully designed, offering a high-spec environment where you’ll help keep people, property and amenities safe around the clock.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

You will be the overnight guardian of the development, maintaining a visible presence, monitoring CCTV, managing access, and carrying out thorough patrols. You’ll respond to incidents and alarms, support residents with considerate front-of-house service, and hand over clearly to daytime colleagues. Expect a professional, calm and methodical routine focused on safety, service and accurate reporting.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• You provide a reassuring, professional presence that residents trust at all hours.
• You keep the site safe through diligent patrols, precise CCTV monitoring and swift incident response.
• You deliver welcoming, solutions-focused service without compromising security protocols.
• You produce accurate logs, concise reports and clear handovers every shift.
• You collaborate seamlessly with concierge, management and contractors to resolve issues.
• You spot risks early and take proactive steps to prevent incidents.

HOW YOU'LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME

• Conducting scheduled and ad-hoc patrols across buildings, amenities and external areas.
• Monitoring and reviewing CCTV, managing access control and maintaining key logs.
• Responding to alarms, incidents and resident queries, escalating promptly when required.
• Completing detailed incident reports, daily occurrence books and shift handovers.
• Overseeing contractor access and ensuring compliance with site procedures.
• Supporting the safe operation of amenities and maintaining housekeeping standards in front-of-house areas.

WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR

• You remain calm, courteous and decisive under pressure.
• You balance a warm, people-first approach with rigorous security discipline.
• You are observant, proactive and comfortable taking ownership to resolve issues.
• You communicate clearly in person and in writing, with strong attention to detail.
• You are reliable for night shifts and physically able to complete regular patrols.

EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS

• Security or front-of-house experience in residential, hotel or mixed-use environments.
• Confidence using CCTV, access control and incident reporting systems.
• Experience responding to emergencies and coordinating with external services.
• Knowledge of fire, life safety and evacuation procedures.
• An SIA license and first aid awareness are advantageous.

WHAT WE OFFER

• 16 Days Plus Bank Holidays.
• Enrolment into the Rendall & Rittner pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme supporting family, health, money and work
• Employee referral scheme
• Team uniform* subject to development
• Fully funded training and development opportunities
• Access to discounts across travel, retail, fitness and entertainment

ABOUT RENDALL & RITTNER

Rendall & Rittner is one of the UK's most established and highly accredited residential leasehold property management companies, managing over 90,000 homes nationwide. Founded in 1990 on the belief that property management should be more professional, transparent and customer-focused, those principles still drive how we operate today as a founding partner of Odevo.

We are people-led and technology-enabled, investing heavily in our teams, systems and continuous improvement. Our standards are recognised through Investors in People Platinum, regulation by RICS and the FCA, and multiple industry awards, including Property Manager of the Year and Managing Agent of the Year.

HOW WE HIRE

• Initial conversation with our talent team
• Interview focused on your approach to safety, service, situational judgment and effective incident handling

We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout.

INTERESTED?

Apply with your CV.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required.

Appointment is subject to a valid DBS check.

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