Relief Security Officer

Location

Bridgwater

£14.00 per hour

36 hours per week (covering days, nights and weekends). Overtime available.

Relief Security Officer

As a Relief Security Officer, you will protect people, property, and premises by providing reliable cover across multiple high‑profile client sites. Your role will involve patrol duties, traffic control, alarm monitoring, and customer service while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

• Willingness to travel across Puriton, Yeovil, Exeter and occasionally Plymouth.
• Must hold a valid SIA licence.
• Must have a driving licence and own transport.
• Security experience preferred.

• Prevent and deter unauthorised access, monitoring fire/intruder alarms and CCTV.
• Conduct internal and external security patrols as per Assignment Instructions.
• Manage traffic control and parking restrictions when required.
• Operate and test security equipment, including radios and other devices.
• Manage keys, locking/unlocking duties, and maintain security logs and records.
• Issue visitor and contractor passes and manage lost property.
• Support staff, visitors, and contractors with safety guidance while safeguarding the premises.
• Report hazards, faults, unsafe practices, accidents and maintain clear emergency routes.
• Respond to First Aid equipment usage and investigate fire alarm activations.
• Report at‑risk property and prevent loss, waste, and unnecessary energy use.
• Apply ‘stop and search’ policies, conduct initial investigations, and report incidents.
• Deliver outstanding customer service and resolve visitor or staff issues professionally.
• Maintain high standards of uniform, behaviour, and presentation.
• Complete all paperwork accurately, follow handover procedures, and adhere to Assignment Instructions.
• Perform additional duties as required and uphold the core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness.

• Valid SIA Licence.
• Eligible to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.
• Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.
• Right to work in the UK, with a minimum 5‑year checkable history.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Customer‑focused, polite, tactful, and discreet.
• Proactive and detail‑oriented, with strong self‑motivation.
• Excellent organisational, customer service, and communication skills.
• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) Clearance required. Must be a British National and have lived in the UK for the last 5 years.

• Access to extensive discounts through the STRIVE employee benefits app.
• Dental Plans and HSF Health Plan for medical support.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Eye test discounts via Specsavers.
• WeCare 24/7 GP and mental health support.
• Toothfairy online dental guidance.
• Recruitment, Pension, and ISA savings plans.
• Free mortgage advice and financial wellbeing resources.
• Death in Service Benefit for permanent employees.

We are an inclusive employer and proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status. We support equality through various employee networks and charter commitments. We celebrate diversity and provide events such as BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.

Our Recruitment Team reviews every application carefully. If you meet the minimum requirements and believe you have what it takes to succeed, we encourage you to apply.