Security Officer, 6 Month FTC - UPMC Whitfield Hospital, Waterford

Location: UPMC Whitfield Hospital
Job type: Fixed Term

Overview of role:

UPMC are currently recruiting for a Security Officer on a 6 month fixed term contract at UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Managing main reception and be welcoming to staff & visitors
• Manage contractors and associated paperwork
• Manage visiting company representatives
• Deal with queries from visitors and guests
• Controlling large numbers of keys being issued to staff members
• Monitoring and adjusting access control systems
• Assist patients if required
• Monitoring and controlling Fire systems
• Monitoring of carpark and barrier systems
• Enforcing company rules and policies
• Protect property, staff, visitors, and guests
• Ability to multitask in a busy environment
• Support patrolling officers where required
• Work closely and report to site supervisor daily
• Deal with emergencies and consult with Gardaí where required if necessary

Qualifications & Experience:

• Must hold a valid Private Security Authority License - Static
• Minimum 6 months industry experience
• Basic IT Skills, be comfortable Operating software applications
• Healthcare experiences an advantage
• Manage front of house reception / Information desk
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Flexibility around working hours and day/night shifts

Salary: €31,673.26 - €39,416.85 per annum based on a 39 hour week

This job description is intended to be an outline of the areas of responsibility. As UPMC and the post holder develop, this job description may be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the business.

Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues.

Benefits – Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.

Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.

Work-Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments.

Development and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.

About UPMC

UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people-focused care that’s close to home. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research and education. UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across continents through its UPMC International division — an owned and operated network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and Croatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to more people in more places around the world.

In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006. UPMC’s operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy locations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and across UPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, and Mayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network. UPMC's Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny.