Security Officer
About GESS
As one of the leading international schools in Singapore, GESS is home to students from over 70 nations worldwide. We are for many families the home away from home and we are very happy that they are part of our school community which is based on mutual support and solidarity. With our language programme, we support our students to nurture this part of their identity and want to preserve the opportunity that they can grow up with multiple languages to be best prepared for an international environment. With the German International Abitur or the IB Programme they are perfectly prepared for their career after school. Our students enjoy lifelong learning and we take pride in our GESS values of respect, openness and diversity which our students will nurture in their life after school.
We were awarded with the “Deutsche Schulpreis” (German school prize) 2022, which was given to us for our extraordinary concept according to their motto “Make teaching better”. We stand out as the only German school abroad nominated for this award.
Security Officer
Job Purpose:
· Present as the first point of contact for the school and portray the campus as a friendly and service-orientated organisation.
· Maintain and uphold safety procedure within the school premises.
Key Accountabilities
Security Operations
· Represent the school in a courteous and professional manner, conscious that security guards are regularly the point of first impression of GESS.
· Man the assigned security point, not to leave until a formal handover has been made to the security officer on the subsequent shift.
· Guard, patrol and monitor the premises to prevent theft, violence, and/or access by unauthorised personnel/vehicles.
· Ensure that buildings are locked at the close of operations each day and unlocked in time for open of operations each morning.
· Allow access for authorised personnel as required.
· Direct and control vehicle/bus traffic on campus and on the main road in accordance with the campus parking restrictions and written procedures.
· Ensure students are not leaving the campus without accompany (parent, guardian, teacher) or a signed Exit Pass.
· Check the identity of all visitors who are entering GESS premise and provide visitor cards in exchange for photographic identification. Maintain accurate records of visitor entry/departure details.
· Be alert and have a clear understanding of the emergency procedures and the role and responsibilities of security officers in the event of any emergency situations.
· Work closely with the Security Supervisor and ensure they are made aware of any security related concern.
· Report any security related issues to the line manager.
· Be ready to support the team by covering duties of other security officers during their absence.
Security System
· Monitor the FCC (Fire Command Center) systems and report any faults and/or emergencies to the superior/authorities, including FDAS, Elevator, CCTV, Access Control, other alarms and equipment.
· Assist in card access enrollment, issuance and deactivation.
Health & Safety
· Conduct routine safety inspections.
· Assist in traffic control and other safety measures.
General Administration
· Assist to call taxi for visitors and staff.
· Other duties as assigned by the Security Supervisor, Facility Administrator or Facility Manager.
Knowledge and Experience
· Prior experience as a security officer, preferably in a school setting.
· Certified security officer in Singapore.
Technical and Soft Skills
· Good written and verbal communication.
· Good interpersonal skills.
· Able to multi-task.
Fair Recruitment and Safeguarding: We are committed to fair recruitment practices and safeguarding the welfare of all students. We ensure that our hiring processes are free from discrimination and bias on the basis of age, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, caregiving responsibilities, race, religion, language or disability. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, we conduct thorough background checks on all candidates which include criminal background checks in all countries lived and worked in for the last ten years, as well as reference checks. Any offer is subject to the satisfactory completion of such checks. Our school prioritises the safety and well-being of our students, and we expect all staff members to uphold these values.