Building Security Guard
びるけいびいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Security Guards
- Minor : Facility Security Guards
Summary
A job that performs crime prevention and disaster prevention tasks in office buildings and commercial facilities to protect the safety of the facilities.
Description
Building security guards are stationed in office buildings and commercial facilities, conducting patrols, monitoring via surveillance cameras, managing visitor access, and performing initial responses and reporting in emergencies. Daily tasks include detecting suspicious persons or objects, inspecting equipment abnormalities, monitoring from the disaster prevention center, and creating reports. They may work shifts including nights and holidays. Quick and calm judgment is required in emergencies.
Future Outlook
Demand is stable due to the aging population and increasing security awareness. With the spread of AI cameras and remote monitoring, experienced workers are expected to shift to monitoring and management roles.
Personality Traits
Calm and Composed / Excellent Communication Skills / Excellent Observation Skills / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Night Shift / Part-time / Shift Work / Stationed Security
Career Path
Building Security Guard (Junior) → Chief Security Guard → Security Guard Training and Education Supervisor → Security Company Manager (Supervisor)
Required Skills
Access Control / Emergency Response / Patrol and Surveillance Skills / Report Writing / Surveillance Camera Operation
Recommended Skills
AED Operation / Basic Knowledge of Firefighting Equipment / Communication Skills (English) / PC and Tablet Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential to not miss small abnormalities or suspicious objects. |
| Communication Skills | Required for visitor response and giving instructions in emergencies. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged patrols and standing work. |
| Problem Solving | Required for appropriate response judgment in emergencies. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to high stress from emergencies and night shifts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly manual-based tasks. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no need for numerical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- First Aid Training
- Security Guard Qualification (Facility Security Operations)
Aliases
- Building Security Guard
- Building Security Staff
- Facility Security Guard
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