Security Guard (12 Month FTC)

Flitwick, Bedfordshire
Lockheed Martin

We’re looking for a Security Guard to join our team initially on a 12 month FTC (Fixed Term Contract) based from our Ampthill, Bedfordshire site. Our Security Guards are responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of our site and our business. You will act as our first line of defence, remaining vigilant and diligent at all times in order to protect property and personnel against fire, theft, vandalism, illegal entry, and other hazards. Lockheed Martin are one of the top 10 defence companies in the world, and by joining us you will be empowered to make a difference not only in your career but also to the defence of the country by contributing towards the safety and security of one of LMs largest sites in the UK, where we deliver projects critical to national security.

You will ensure that the site is protected at all times and will be expected to undertake overt, high-profile security patrols during both day and night; you will be responsible for checking windows, doors, gates and fences as well as operating other technical security measures to ensure they are secure and working effectively. You will be the eyes and ears of the Head of Security around the site, identifying and reporting security issues, vulnerabilities and any other suspicious activity and you will ensure that these are addressed in a timely manner. You will undertake control of entry duties at the site access control points and will carry out personnel and vehicle searches of employees and visitors entering and leaving the site; in doing so, you will guard against the theft of company property and ensure that no prohibited items are brought onto site.

You will form part of the site Crisis Response Team and will be required to respond to and deal with a wide variety of security related matters and incidents; you will need to be physically and emotionally robust in dealing with such occurrences and will be expected to use your initiative as well as follow standard operating procedures.

Your core duties will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Frequent but irregular security patrols, both internal and external including perimeter checks in all weather conditions (24/7).
• The examination of doors, windows, gates and other physical barriers to determine that they are secure.
• The observation of personnel to guard against thefts of company and personal property.
• The inspection of equipment and stores to ascertain if tampering has occurred.
• The reporting of any and all security irregularities.
• The provision of access to authorised personnel to company property.
• The issue receipt and storage of security keys.
• Reacting to security incidents.
• Searching of personnel and vehicles.
• Monitoring and reacting to CCTV, Access Control and Intruder Detection system alarms.
• Front of house duties.
• Escorting of visitors and contractors.
• The provision of out of hours First Aider cover to site

The successful candidate must be able to achieve the appropriate level (SC) of security clearance. For further details please follow

In return we’ll provide you with meaningful work that will allow you to grow your skills and enhance your career with us. However equally important to us is that you enjoy a strong work life balance as well. an excellent shift pattern of 4 on, 4 off and a comprehensive benefits suite to enable you to live a healthy fulfilling life at and outside of work.

So if you are interested in joining a growing team who are part of a programme of national importance then there has never been a better time to apply! We may not know what’s going to change the world next, but chances are we’re already working on it, and you can be part of the story too!

Required skills, qualifications and experience

• Demonstrable experience in the provision of security at large sites within the Corporate Security, military or police environments.
• Must have experience in delivering a physical security service within a large complex organisation; this will include security patrolling, asset protection, control of entry, CCTV monitoring, and monitoring and reacting to intruder alarms.
• Have experience of conducting personnel and vehicle searches.
• Must have a full UK driving licence.
• IT literate (in particular MS Office)
• Be able to communicate well with a wide spectrum of people from diverse backgrounds and by multiple means, i.e. face to face, telephone, radio, email, public announcement system.
• Be able to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Be able to work on own initiative and also follow set procedures
• The ability to deal with people and to remain calm under pressure.
• Be flexible in a constantly changing and dynamic work environment.
• Be physically fit and capable of spending extended periods outside in all weather conditions
• Maintain a smart and professional appearance, ensuring a good first impression for the business.
• The successful candidate must be capable of attaining and maintaining a high level of UK Government security clearance.

At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.

We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement.
We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Competitive Pension
• Dental
• Critical Illness
• Life Assurance
• Travel Insurance
• Employee discounts for top high street shops
• Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counselling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc
• Internal training and development alongside out Education assistance programmes
• Reimbursement for a professional membership
• Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave

Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements.

Lockheed Martin recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief. Discrimination on any of these grounds is expressly forbidden. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.