As a security professional for G4S you will be required to submit daily reports. Tell me about your writing skills and communication.
It's essential to G4S that you are a skilled communicator; especially when it comes to dealing with their clients and creating your daily reports. You could mention any courses you have taken in communication, journalism, or writing. Or, if you have on-the-job training in report writing, it would be smart to mention. Lastly, you could tell a story or give a specific example of a time when your communication skills improved a workplace situation. If you have a sample of your written communication, from a previous report you created, you can certainly bring that example with you if this does not breach any confidentiality agreements.
"In my current role I have checklists that I need to fill out every hour. In addition to this, I create a 300-600 word report at the end of every shift outlining any interactions that I had, any unusual activity, and the actions that I took. It's important that I log the time of these incidents and any small yet important details that may arise. My current supervisor often comments on how well laid out and clear my reports are. I take pride in my communication skills; both oral and written."
"I have a lot of experience with writing reports, from my time in university. My writing skills are strong, and I have taken coursework in report writing for business. I believe that great communication requires clear wording, the provision of important details, and the omission of unnecessary words or moot information."
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Anonymous Answer
I have experience writing written reports. I have a thorough command of English and this helped me write clear and concise reports. These reports were made using the Safety Learning System (SLS) at Flinders Medical Centre after a code black.
Kevin's Feedback
This is a great response! You provide an example of the kind of report you have submitted. Consider making it even stronger by sharing the skills that influence your documentation, such as attention to detail, excellent communication skills, ability to include important details, and complete reports accurately and promptly.
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