http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/ en Fri, 03 Sep 2010 02:26:08 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/images_cpw/misc/rss.jpg http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/ http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/close-protection-world-introductions/37058-eyeinthesky-introduction-02nd-september-2010-a.html Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:58:41 GMT Suggested introduction template is below

Q. Do you represent a company?
A. No

Q. What area's in the Security Industry are you interested in?
A. CCTV and Operational Rooms

Q. What do you hope to get from the forum?
A. Ultimately Work in Yorkshire

Q. Tell our members something about yourself?
A. I'm 43 and currently relocating to North Yorkshire from Kent. I'm SIA licensed and have 9 years experience as a Cenral Control/CCTV operator for local goverment.

Q. How did you find our website Close Protection World?
A. Recommendation

Q. Finally eyeinthesky, please add anything else you like below and thankyou for your introduction ....
A. ]]> Close Protection World Introductions eyeinthesky http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/close-protection-world-introductions/37058-eyeinthesky-introduction-02nd-september-2010-a.html http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/door-supervision-forum/37057-finally-got-work.html Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:46:03 GMT hi all, some of you might remember me putting a thread up last year about young DS. well since then i havent really been looking for any DS work,... hi all,

some of you might remember me putting a thread up last year about young DS. well since then i havent really been looking for any DS work, but recently i went out looking and managed to get some work, working for Resolve Sec.
I started last weekend, i done fri sat and sun, and all 3 nights where at different venues, worked at Oceana in Southampton, Life in Andover and Bar Rock in Basingstoke.
all went fine, bar sunday night, being a bank holiday they wanted extra DS, they expected at least 300 people to turn up, no more then 70 turned up, so we closed early. ]]> Door Supervision Forum scottie5471 http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/door-supervision-forum/37057-finally-got-work.html http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/maritime-security-forum/37056-recommended-footwear.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:00:32 GMT Hi guys, I will soon be embarking on my first transit in Marsec. Can anyone recommend the best footwear? Cheers, Leks. Hi guys,

I will soon be embarking on my first transit in Marsec.

Can anyone recommend the best footwear?

Cheers,

Leks. ]]> Maritime Security forum leks http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/maritime-security-forum/37056-recommended-footwear.html http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/close-protection-world-introductions/37055-davdonpar-introduction-02nd-september-2010-a.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 22:41:13 GMT Suggested introduction template is below

Q. Do you represent a company?
A. NO

Q. What area's in the Security Industry are you interested in?
A. Close Protection

Q. What do you hope to get from the forum?
A. Some advice and hopefully employment

Q. Tell our members something about yourself?
A. Just completed 24 yrs in 1 Royal Irish 16(AA)
Have recently completed a CP Course with Trident/NIBSSS


Q. How did you find our website Close Protection World?
A. Friends in the circuit

Q. Finally davdonpar, please add anything else you like below and thankyou for your introduction ....
A.Just like to thank all the lads at trident for a great course. Lots of personal experiences and skills passed on. ]]> Close Protection World Introductions davdonpar http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/close-protection-world-introductions/37055-davdonpar-introduction-02nd-september-2010-a.html http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/general-chit-chat/37054-process-serving.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 21:05:07 GMT ladies and gents and those inbetweeners, my younger brother is about to become a process server and while i often like to see him fall on his arse so... ladies and gents and those inbetweeners, my younger brother is about to become a process server and while i often like to see him fall on his arse so i shine like a new penny on this occasion i want to make sure hes not bitten of more than he can chew.

whats envolved in process serving is it as simple as he says

1 pick up a letter/parcel
2 jump in his car drive to the address
3 give it to the person named on the envelope
4 get a signature

5 down to starbucks or costa for a brew.

cheers

Bronson ]]> General chit chat Bronson http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/general-chit-chat/37054-process-serving.html http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/close-protection-world-introductions/37053-para73-introduction-02nd-september-2010-a.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 20:52:36 GMT Suggested introduction template is below

Q. Do you represent a company?
A.

Q. What area's in the Security Industry are you interested in?
A.
close protection
Q. What do you hope to get from the forum?
A.
jobs o
Q. Tell our members something about yourself?
A.

Q. How did you find our website Close Protection World?
A.

Q. Finally para73, please add anything else you like below and thankyou for your introduction ....
A. ]]> Close Protection World Introductions para73 http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/close-protection-world-introductions/37053-para73-introduction-02nd-september-2010-a.html http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/members-looking-work/37052-long-range-rece-shooting.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 19:36:05 GMT Hey there, Today is my last day in the NZDF. Was really hoping to secure a contract by now but so is everyone else so it seams. Check out my cv on... Hey there,
Today is my last day in the NZDF. Was really hoping to secure a contract by now but so is everyone else so it seams.
Check out my cv on here and let me know if you can help me out.

Mick ]]> Members looking for work mickyd1970 http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/members-looking-work/37052-long-range-rece-shooting.html http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/current-vacancies/37050-store-detective-top-london-store.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 19:03:41 GMT *Store detective - Top London Store* Our client is a leading high street designer store, they require a Store detective to assist their small and... Store detective - Top London Store

Our client is a leading high street designer store, they require a Store detective to assist their small and friendly team. They want someone who integrates well and is happy being part of a team.

Duties:

To assist with the protection of company assets by minimising loss from theft, fraud or damage.
Principle Accountabilities
To advise the Security Manager on security issues occurring within the Store.
To conduct security checks on employees and contractors as required.
To ensure awareness of the law in relation to the Theft Act & Data Protection Act in relation to the duties of a Store Detective.
To accurately record all security incidents occurring within the Store.
To accurately retain property and statements in relation to court cases.
To report all security incidents to the Security Manager.
To carry out security investigations as requested.
To attend court and give evidence.
To comply with health and safety requirements to minimise risk to self and others.
To maintain high standards of housekeeping within the security area.
Any other reasonable request.

Salary £23k
Hours: 37.5 Monday to Saturday (Some Sundays as required).
+ other great benefits.

Store detective - Top London Store - London - Public Sector, Retail & Wholesale, Security - Job: SDJP11 ]]> Current vacancies Sergic08 http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/current-vacancies/37050-store-detective-top-london-store.html http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/current-vacancies/37049-enforcement-agents-bailiffs-uk.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:59:38 GMT I just came accross this, maybe it suits some forum member:



Enforcement Agents (Bailiffs)
Location: Various in the South & North West
Type of job: Permanent (Self Employed)
Salary: OTE £30k +
Deadline: 14/09/2010

My client is a leading provider of civil enforcement services to HMCS, Local Authorities and other Government departments. You will be part of an enforcement team executing warrants of distress and liability orders.

A General Bailiffs Certificate would be advantageous but not essential as full C&G accredited training will be provided. You will be reqd to gain satisfactory clearance from the Criminal Records Bureau.

Areas
South
Bournemouth, Portsmouth, Oxford, Milton Keynes, Reading, Gloucester, Bristol, Guildford, Hastings, Brighton/Eastbourne, London (10), Norfolk, Ipswich, Watford

North West
Liverpool, Manchester

Job Description

• Undertake duties iaw verbal and written instructions.
• Visit defaulters at the addresses stated on warrants to obtain payment, execute warrants, make enquiries to trace the whereabouts of absconders or seize goods to the value of the warrant for sale at auction
• Bring into account monies received and control a manual receipt book and other documents
• Return warrants where enforcement is not possible using appropriate codes and correct methods such as PDA or hard copy
• Maintain a log of actions taken, warrants executed or returned and payments received
• Ensure all seizure notices are kept in a secure place and available on request
• Comply with reasonable audit requests.
• Provide and maintain detailed incident reports.
• Carry out other tasks reqd in connection with the service, execution or return of warrants (e.g. obtaining and reporting information regarding the defaulter and/or the actions taken in executing a warrant).
• Undertake any training reqd for the role including H&S, conflict management and information security.

Qualifications and Experience
Proof of the following will be on application, at interview, practical assessment or exam

Essential

• Working in a customer facing or focussed environment
• Lone working with personal responsibility for completing work
• Dealing with difficult behaviour
• Good understanding of English language - verbal and written
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and without supervision
• Good numerical skills
• Articulate and able to communicate and interact with others at all levels
• Ability to prioritise workloads
• Ability to achieve targets
• Maintain a good level of administration
• Remains calm and confident and responds logically and decisively in difficult situations
• Knowledge of HMCS/ Council procedures and legislation and codes of conduct
• Ability to create routes and map-read
• High level of self motivation
• Willingness to undergo specific training
• Ability and willingness to work unsociable hours
• Required to wear uniform

Desirable

• 5 GCSEs (A-C) or equivalent or Level 2 NVQ qualification
• Knowledge of local area
• Knowledge of debt recovery
• General Bailiffs Certificate
• Team player

This role would suit ex military candidates and applications from ex service personnel are strongly encouraged.

Interested applicants will be expected to complete and return by email a simple application form to which CVs must be pasted. Please state your salary expectations.
Forces Recruitment Services is operating as an employment agency with respect to this position
Location: Various in the South and NW.
Salary: OTE £30k +

Enforcement Agent - South East - Security - Job: WG1632 ]]> Current vacancies Sergic08 http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/current-vacancies/37049-enforcement-agents-bailiffs-uk.html http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/current-vacancies/37048-security-officers-uk.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:46:05 GMT Obviously I'm not the POC, just follow the links and good luck with the applications.



Corporate Support Officer
£8.20 per hour
Days, Nights and Weekends
Kent and surrounding areas



Retail Security Support Officer
£6.50 per hour
average 48 hours per week
Varied shifts, days evenings and weekends
Haddington, Edinburgh Area



Corporate Security Support Officer
£6.25 per hour Days, Nights & Weekends
No set hours or shift pattern
Leicester



Corporate Security Officer (Defence)
£6.66 - £7.24 per hour Days, Nights & Weekends
Preston



Corporate Security Bench Officer
£8.48 per hour Days, Nights & Weekends
No set shift pattern
Woodford - SK7



Corporate Security Support Officers
£6.60 per hour Days, Nights & Weekends
No set hours or shift pattern
Manchester/Oldham/Bolton and surrounding areas



Corporate Security Officer
£7.83 per hour Days, Nights & Weekends as required
No fixed hours or shift pattern
Leatherhead, Surrey



Corporate Mobile Relief Officer
£7.00 per hour + Fuel Card
Days, Nights & Weekends
Leeds and the surrounding area



Corporate Security Officer
£6.05 per hour
Payrise pending
Hadfield, Oldham



Corporate Security Officer
£5.92 per hour
Days/Nights & weekends
Payrise pending
Shaw, Oldham



Corporate Security Officer
£6.47 per hour
Days, Nights and Weekends
Wrexham



Mobile Relief Officer
£7.54 per hour
days, nights & weekends
Colchester Area



Retail Security Officer
£6.50 per hour
Liverpool Area



Retail Security Officer
£6.50 per hour
60 hours per week
Varied Shifts including weekends
Whitchurch




If some link doesn't work, go here: Advance Security Current Vacancies ]]> Current vacancies Sergic08 http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/current-vacancies/37048-security-officers-uk.html http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/current-vacancies/37047-security-vacancies-coventry.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:21:27 GMT Job Title: HEAD OF SECURITY Information: We are looking to recruit a SIA Licensed Security Professional with management and customer facing... Job Title: HEAD OF SECURITY

Information:
We are looking to recruit a SIA Licensed Security Professional with management and customer facing experiance to lead our security team. MUST be SIA CCTV Licensed plus have a guarding or door supervisor License.
Minimum Age: 18 Years Old
Salary: 22, 000

How To Apply:
Please send a CV and a covering letter to; Lynda Trantum West Orchards Shopping Centre Level 5 Blue Management Suite Smithford Way Coventry CV1 1QX Or if you wish to send your CV and Covering Letter via email; chanell@westorchards.co.uk Previous applicants need not to apply.
Closing Date: 2010-09-06







Job Title: Security Supervisor
Information:
We are looking to recruit an experienced Security Supervisor. Must be SIA CCTV licenced plus have a guarding or door supervisor license.
Minimum Age: 18 Years Old
Salary: 8.85 Per Hour

How To Apply:
Please send a CV and Covering letter clearly stating which job you have applied for. Lynda Trantum West Orchards Shopping Centre Level 5 Blue Management Suite Smithford Way Coventry CV1 1QX Or if you wish to send these via email, please send to; chanell@westorchards.co.uk Previous applicants need not apply
Closing Date: 2010-09-06








Job Title: CCTV OPERATOR / SECURITY OFFICER
Information:
We are looking for a Security Officer to work a shift rota system, working full time 40 hours per week, MUST have a current SIA CCTV License and a door or gaurd supervisors license.
Minimum Age: 18 Years Old
Salary: 7.90

How To Apply:
Please download a application (http://www.westorchards.co.uk/jobs/d...e-75156d685669) or come to the following address to collect an application form; West Orchards Shopping Centre Management suite Level 5 Blue Coventry CV1 1QX Please return application forms to; Chanell@westorchards.co.uk Or the above address. Previous applicants need not to apply
Closing Date: 2010-09-06







Job Title: NIGHT CCTV OPERATOR/SECURITY/CLEANER
Information:
We are looking for a Night CCTV/ SECURITY/ CLEANER to work shift rota basis including weekends. MUST be SIA CCTV Licensed plus have a guarding or door supervisor license.
Minimum Age: 18 Years Old
Salary: 7.90

How To Apply:
Please either download an application form (http://www.westorchards.co.uk/jobs/d...a-75756d685669) or come to the below address; West Orchards Shopping Centre Management Suite Level 5 Blue Smithford Way CV1 1QX If you wish to send your application form via email; Chanell@westorchards.co.uk Previous applicants need not to apply
Closing Date: 2010-09-06



Jobs | West Orchards Shopping Centre ]]> Current vacancies Sergic08 http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/current-vacancies/37047-security-vacancies-coventry.html http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/surveillance-jobs-recruitment/37046-surveillance-op-4-work.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:09:30 GMT PM me if you require a surveillance OP.

1. With CROP experience & balls - Time of year & weather is not an issue.

2. Over 12months van man experience.

3. Have own vehicle (non descript hatchback).

4. Experience of doing 1 man jobs.

spk soon. ]]> Surveillance Jobs and Recruitment jdo2222 http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/surveillance-jobs-recruitment/37046-surveillance-op-4-work.html http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/current-vacancies/37045-security-officer-cctv-supervisor-sia-abingdon.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:01:39 GMT *Security Officer / CCTV Supervisor (SIA)* Our client is a forward thinking local authority, based in one of the most attractive areas of the... Security Officer / CCTV Supervisor (SIA)

Our client is a forward thinking local authority, based in one of the most attractive areas of the country. They are looking for a professional, competent and enthusiastic person who is able to communicate well at all levels.

Position: CCTV Supervisor
Location: Abingdon Police Station, Abingdon, Oxon
Salary: £22,221 - £24,646
Benefits: final salary pension scheme; Employee Assistance Programme; Childcare Voucher scheme; numerous well-being initiatives

Closing date: Monday 13 September 2010 - 12 noon
Interview date: Monday 20 September 2010

ROLE:
You will manage and oversee the activities of the South and Vale CCTV System efficiently and effectively in accordance with Council`s systems and procedures.

To provide overall operations and monitoring of CCTV systems as part of the councils commitment to community safety and to maintain and further develop linkages with external agencies in relation to CCTV matters. To forward plan all aspects of staffing, maintenance and CCTV related enquiries.

The post holder will be expected to work flexible hours on a 24 hour day 365 days per year shift pattern including weekends and bank holidays as required, and the successful applicant will be subject to a vetting procedure by Thames Valley Police

RESPONSIBILITIES:
a) Administration of all staffing matters for the control room, including the preparation of the monthly shift rota and ensuring sufficient coverage during periods of sickness and annual leave.
b) Ensure the accurate recording of all events and actions monitored from within the control room.
c) Ensuring that the management information system is up to date and to provide monthly statistics.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
a) Experience of supervising staff
b) Good interpersonal skills
c) Working knowledge of IT (basic Microsoft Word and Excel)
d) Security Industry authority (SIA) CCTV Operators Licence or will be required to have passed the appropriate CCTV operators course within three months of being appointed

You may have experience in the following roles: CCTV Supervisor, CCTV Agent, Security Officer, Security Agent, Security Guard etc

Please note that all candidates who meet the essential criteria will be contacted via email and asked to complete an on-line application process. You will need to complete this process before the closing date otherwise your application will not be considered. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 13 September 2010.

Because our client`s application process consists of completing a detailed application form please be aware that if you apply within 48 hours of the closing date we may not be able to process your application quickly enough in order for you to complete the final stage.

This vacancy is being advertised by EasyWebRecruitment.com, the UK`s leading Flat Fee Recruitment Agency. The services advertised by EasyWebRecruitment.com are those of an employment agency. Ref: EWR

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, and we confirm that we will gladly accept applications from persons of any age for this role.


Security Officer / CCTV Supervisor (SIA) - Abingdon - Public Sector, Security - Job: ewr4197:41305 ]]> Current vacancies Sergic08 http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/current-vacancies/37045-security-officer-cctv-supervisor-sia-abingdon.html http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/current-vacancies/37044-associate-director-executive-protection-central-london.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:46:56 GMT *Associate Director - Executive Protection* Salary: To £68,000 plus corporate benefits and bonus. Location(s): Central London Job description:... Associate Director - Executive Protection
Salary: To £68,000 plus corporate benefits and bonus.
Location(s): Central London

Job description: This role is focused upon the Protection within an international bank, of its board and other high risk personnel. This includes their personal protection, their international/domestic travel arrangements, protection of their external events, protection of their homes and where necessary the protection of their families.

You will ensure the protection of the board members and other HRP by advance risk assessment of any principles travel destinations, meetings and events (globally and, source, advise and recommend required security recourses including transportation, accommodation and executive protection. You will prepare detailed executive protection security plans/risk assessments and ensure that the planes are executed accordingly and to the appropriate Group Security Standard.

Duties

• Where necessary carry out executive protection duties.
• Access the risk of Industrial Espionage against the board members at any meetings and conduct Technical Surveillance Counter Measures (TSCM) where and when necessary.
• Ensure that the Executive chauffer drivers are adequately trained and qualified in advanced and evasive driving, anti hijack and counter surveillance skills.
• Manage the security arrangements for any external events involving board or EXCO members.
• Protection of homes
• Conduct security surveys of residences and recommend, persuade and influence the choices of equipment to be installed thereby ensuring the highest levels of protection.
• Project manage the installation and ongoing maintenance and service contracts of Intruder alarms, CCTV access control and other security equipment and furniture installed in principles homes. Recommend any ongoing improvements to the protection.
• Threat/Risk analysis
• Conduct and keep an ongoing threat and risk analysis of all Board members and other high risk personnel.

Technical skills / competences

• Proven ability in the field of personal protective security at management level
• Working knowledge of residence physical security protection
• Strong ability and skills to interact and communicate efficiently with very senior management, business clients, colleagues and external parties
• High resilience through periods of extreme and prolonged working environments and change
• Proactive, good and sound decision making capabilities at times of high work pressure
• Ability and credibility to work with law enforcement and other specialist agencies
• High level of written and oral communication skills
• Good organizational skills and ability and presence to be the expert and present a case

Candidate profile: Essential knowledge and expertise

• Deep experience in Executive Protection and proven experience in implementing security solutions. Have attended and completed an accredited and recognized executive protection training course and holds a SIA license in Executive Protection or Police/Military equivalent
• Experience of working outside of the United Kingdom and in diverse locations, with the ability to work with agencies from different cultures
• Have a recognized First Aid qualification
• Physical security survey experience and knowledge of Intruder detection, CCTV, access control systems and other physical security equipment and furniture
• Experience in managing the security arrangements for large events
• Experience and knowledge of working with service providers

Investigative experience

• Be qualified in advance driving, anti hijack/counter surveillance skills

For more details contact James Butler on 020 8626 3112,
or by e-mail to jbutler@ssr-personnel.com, quoting reference 4824323. ]]> Current vacancies Sergic08 http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/current-vacancies/37044-associate-director-executive-protection-central-london.html http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/adventure-training/37043-climbing-old-man-stoer.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:35:26 GMT I notice there are a few climbers/mountaineers on here so figured I would pick some brains. Has anyone climbed the Old Man of Stoer on the west... I notice there are a few climbers/mountaineers on here so figured I would pick some brains.

Has anyone climbed the Old Man of Stoer on the west coast of Scotland? Looking for some good Int and stories if you have, especially how difficult the river crossing is.

Ta ]]> Adventure Training wingnut http://www.closeprotectionworld.co.uk/adventure-training/37043-climbing-old-man-stoer.html