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The five main roles carried out by security companies within the industry are security guarding, CCTV operation, door supervision. Although there are other areas such as vehicle immobilisation, cash and valuable in transit and close protection are growing rapidly these are still small when compared to the three main sectors.
Choosing the right sector can be somewhat daunting but when broken down properly the choices are quite easy. The first step is looking at what is involved in each job role. Working as a security guard can lead to several things such as working on your own for long periods and being able to communicate to people in a face to face manner. Ideal candidates for this type of position have a good sense of observation and excellent self discipline and motivation. Persons looking to work in this area should be mindful that the role can change dramatically depending on what type of site or premises you are guarding, a good example would be the difference between that of a retail security officer or a guard who works in a hospital security.
The role of a CCTV operator can be very different. There may a need to remain alert over long periods of inactivity along with the ability to observe and read others persons behaviour through body language, this role would ideally suit someone who has a natural curiosity towards people and what they do. Candidates looking for this role would possibly not require a higher than normal level of fitness but would be expected to be able to multi task during busy periods.
Working as a door supervisor in the UK requires many different skill sets, there can be long periods of inactivity followed by short bursts of high activity which require strength and self control. To work as a door supervisor, candidates must have brilliant command of face to face communication as well as a reasonable level of fitness as they may be expected to control violent persons.
In conclusion to all of this a person can find some great security jobs and career prospects using the internet and other methods but they should first decide what type of role is right for them.
