Security Officer

Job description

Security Officer  

Split across two unique buildings, a former telephone exchange and a bank, W Amsterdam is an intriguing design mix of heritage and contemporary style. Mixing historical Dutch architectural elements with cutting-edge design right next to Dam Square, W Amsterdam is at the epicenter of this energetic and forward-thinking city. We offer innovative design and luxury in our 238 stylish guest rooms, including 23 suites, three WOW suites and two lavish Extreme WOW Suites. Our guests can indulge in one of our destination restaurants THE DUCHESS and MR PORTER and taste signature sips at our rooftop W Lounge overlooking the Royal Palace and the city lights, including WET Deck the iconic rooftop pool. We offer  exclusive access to a vibrant nightlife, dining, shopping and fashion scene with our signature Whatever/Whenever® service, our in-the-know W Insiders and our W Happenings. 

W Hotels does not recruit, we cast Talent. W Amsterdam, located at Spuistraat 175 is casting a Security Officer. You will be joining the security team.  

 

Main responsibilities include (but are not limited to):   

- The Security Officer overlooks the safety & security as well as the overall well-being of all associates, guests, visitors and the hotel premises.  

- You are responsible for the primary actions of fire management, theft, trespassing, burglary and first aid and makes sure that all safety & security policies and house rules are correctly implemented and followed at all times. 
- Making regular rounds of all areas and corridors of both hotel buildings 
- Complying all relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) of W Amsterdam 
- Supervising the issuing of operational-, locker- and office keys 
- Attending training when requested 
- Recording and reporting of all on-premises incidents as per the company’s requirements 
- Adhering to the confidentiality policy of the company when it comes to the description of the tasks, any incidents, personal and financial information, corporate- and security procedures, safety risks and all other security related topics. 

- You will be working in a fast paced environment, under pressure, with loud music. Gotta love it. 

- We are ALL-IN, and have more teams that we cooperate with. We expect you to be flexible to work with other departments. You’re not the only one on stage.  

- Communicating with your team and other departments is key. Couldn’t live without them. 

- Make sure you put the guests at the center of everything we do. Any task that is not mentioned in this list but that may create an unforgettable experience for our guests is on your to do list. 

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS  
-  Fluent in English 
- Preferred experience in a similar position within the 5* hotel category 
- Mandatory possession of an ABM diploma or a Beveiliger 2 diploma 
- Possession of a BHV certificate/ Liftbevrijdings certificate/ Beheerder Brandmeldinstallatie or the willingness to obtain it 

Show the world what you got by joining a global community of talent who see the world in a different way. Bring your style and your spirit: We’ll bring a work culture where you can shine. We work hard, we play hard, and we want to inspire you to grow. W talent help our guests live life to the fullest while living their dreams. 

W Hotels’ mission is to Ignite Curiosity, Expand Worlds. We are a place to experience life. We’re here to open doors and open minds. We are constantly inspired by new faces and new experiences. A tuned-in, up-for-anything spirit is at our core and has made us renowned for reinventing the norms of luxury around the globe. Whatever/Whenever is our culture and service philosophy that brings our guests’ passions to life. If you are original, innovative, and always looking towards the future of what’s possible, welcome to W Hotels. In joining W Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin  your purpose,  belong  to an amazing global​ team, and  become  the best version of you.