Multi-skilled security and reception officer

The Institut Laue-Langevin (ILL), situated in Grenoble, France, is Europe's leading research facility for fundamental research using neutrons. The ILL operates the brightest neutron source in the world and every year hosts over 2000 visits by scientists, who come to carry out world-class research.
Are you interested in taking up a new challenge in our international institute?
We currently have a vacancy for a:

Multi-skilled security and reception officer

Duties:
Under the responsibility of the Head of the Site Security and Reception group, which is part of the ILL's Reactor Division, you will help to ensure the safety and security of persons and property on the site. As a member of the Site Security and Reception team, you will assist in the surveillance of the various secured areas on the ILL site and will work in collaboration with the shift teams in the reactor control room.
. Your main role is to replace site security officers who work 12-hour shifts. To this end, you will have the following duties:
o Perform CCTV site surveillance and alarm handling from the security control room.
o Take the appropriate response actions to the situations encountered (triggered alarms or security events).
o Issue site access authorisations.
o Carry out entry and exit controls at different locations.
o Conduct security patrols.
o Perform alarm verification.
o Act as part of the "first response" team in the event of a fire alarm.
o Administer emergency first aid to victims where necessary.
o Process and relay site-security-related information and fill in the service logbook.

In addition, you will:
. Assist with the conducting of the tests assigned to the Site Security and Reception group; these tests concern the physical protection systems and the fire and flood protection systems.
. Write and/or update the required documentation.

Qualifications and experience:
. You have a Level 3 qualification ('A' level equivalent).
. You have previous security or fire-fighting experience.
. You are able to handle stress and remain in control at all times.
. You are able to apply the appropriate procedures and instructions, but can also show initiative.
. You hold a valid private security licence (CNAPS licence, SIA licence or equivalent).

Language skills:
As an international research centre, we are particularly keen to ensure that we also attract applicants from outside France. A good level of written and spoken French is required, as well as an intermediate level of English. Knowledge of German would be an advantage.

Benefits: Generous company benefits (expatriation allowance), relocation assistance and language courses may be offered (for more information, please consult our employment conditions). https://www.ill.eu/en/careers/working-at-the-ill/employment-conditions/

Notes:
This post is a permanent position, based in GRENOBLE, France.
Post subject to administrative screening.
You must have a category B driving licence.
You may be mobilised in the event of a crisis.
The ILL's occupational doctor will verify, as a condition of employment, that you are medically fit to work under ionising radiation.

How to apply:
Please submit your application on line, no later than 13/09/2020, via our website: www.ill.eu/fr/carrieres (vacancy reference: 20/38).


We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity; we therefore encourage anyone with relevant qualifications to apply.