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Jan 28, 15 •
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Career Advice, Featured, Security Guard •
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LinkedIn is a wonderful resource for anyone no matter what career they are pursuing. For those of you who are unaware of what the site is all about, LinkedIn is basically a social media tool directed at professionals. It is a way to connect with others...
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Jun 14, 14 •
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Career Advice, Security Guard •
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So you’ve passed your Security Guard Training and you have your SIA Licence. Like any career however, the training never really stops. You will always be learning as your career progresses, and of course it is natural that experience will make you better at...
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May 16, 14 •
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Career Advice, Close Protection Officer, Featured •
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Finding a job as a close protection officer isn’t easy, however one of the best places to start is to research close protection companies and try to get on their books. What you need is contacts and recommendations in this game, however there is nothing to...
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May 9, 14 •
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Career Advice, Other Security Roles •
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The reality of working as a Cash and Valuables in Transit (CVIT) operative is that it is a dangerous job. Choosing which cash in transit company to work for is not a decision to be taken lightly. Whether you have just passed your SIA licence to work as a CVIT...
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May 7, 14 •
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Career Advice, Door Supervisor, Featured •
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Depending on how you are employed as a door supervisor, you may well have to take care of your own door supervisor insurance coverage. However, even if your employer has taken care of the insurance for you, you should make efforts to be aware exactly how you...
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Sep 14, 13 •
7220 Views •
Career Advice, SIA Licence •
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“I have my licence – it hasn’t arrived, yet I can still start work.” This is true, if you have had confirmation from the SIA that your licence has been granted, and you are waiting for it to arrive, you can legally begin your role in a licensable...
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Sep 11, 13 •
5963 Views •
Career Advice, Security Guard •
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Once you have gained your SIA licence to become a security guard it is time to look for a job. If you live in or close to a major city, becoming a Corporate Security could be the way to go. The job can rewarding and is often higher paid than security guard...
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Sep 2, 13 •
17153 Views •
Career Advice, Door Supervisor •
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The point of entry, which is the obviously the entrance to the venue, is the first contact a customer will have with an establishment. As a door supervisor much of your job will be carried out there. As it is the first impression a customer will often have of...
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Aug 22, 13 •
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Career Advice, Security Guard •
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You have finished your SIA Training. Check. You have successfully applied for your SIA Licence. Check. You have used the SIA Licence Hub Jobs Board and found some security jobs you wish to apply for. Check. You’ve sent off your CV and well done, you have...
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Aug 21, 13 •
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Career Advice, CCTV Operations •
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As for all areas of security, simply completing the course and successfully applying for your SIA licence will not make you good at your job. Commitment, work experience and further training all play a part. The role of a CCTV operator is no different....
