Relief Security Officer
Listed on 2026-08-09
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Security
Security Officer, Site Security, Unarmed Security
Location: Bristol, BS32 4QH
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Hours: Various shifts including days, nights, and weekends (average 36 hours per week)
From day one, you'll gain access to outstanding Learning and Development opportunities, Mentorship, and a whole load of benefits from big brand discounts to give back schemes!
See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.
As a Relief Security Officer
, you will provide security services across a variety of sites within a designated geographical area as required. The Relief Security Officer will be responsible for protecting employees, property, and assets in line with Assignment Instructions and site-specific customer requirements, while delivering exceptional customer service. The Relief Security Officer will consistently demonstrate Securitas' core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness and must hold a valid SIA licence before commencing operational duties.
Responsibilities
You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:
- Welcoming and assisting staff, visitors, and contractors.
- Conducting regular safety and security patrols.
- Ensuring compliance with regulations and procedures.
- Supporting emergency protocols, including evacuations and searches.
- Keeping vigilant, reporting incidents, and preventing disruption.
- Accurately maintaining records of all activity and handovers.
- Provide a visible security presence across the site
- Conduct regular foot patrols
- Monitor CCTV systems and security alarms
- Manage access control and visitor sign-in procedures
- Respond to incidents and emergencies professionally
Complete accurate incident and shift reports - Assist employees, contractors, and visitors
- Ensure all health, safety, and security procedures are followed at all times
Please note - The responsibilities listed here aren't the full picture—but they give you a good sense of the role. If you meet the minimum requirements and believe you've got what it takes to succeed, we'd love to hear from you.
QualificationsWhat we’re looking for:
We’re looking for someone who sees a different world - someone who values teamwork, shows initiative, and wants to grow. Ideally, you’ll have:
What We’re Looking For:
- Valid SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guarding Licence
- Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle
- Previous corporate security experience preferred
- Ability to obtain and maintain BPSS and Security Check (SC) clearance
- Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
- Professional appearance and attitude
- Strong attention to detail and observational skills
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
- Flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, and public holidays
Why Join Securitas?
We have a promise to our people, a 'People Promise' where opportunity, people and purpose play a vital role in our day to day!
Opportunity:
We see potential in every person and situation.
People:
We open our eyes to all that’s good.
Purpose:
We make your world a safer place.
We believe in your future, not just your past. At Securitas, you'll find a career built on trust, respect, and progress.
Additional InformationIt's great to see you're considering a career with Securitas UK! You're one step closer to joining a global team of 336,000+ colleagues who help make the world a safer place each and every day.
Here, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, which help guide how we operate and how our people experience work, each and every day! We have a promise too:
- Opportunity - We see potential in every person and situation
- People - We open our eyes to all that’s good
- Purpose - We make your world a safer place
So what you can expect
Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully. We know applying can feel daunting, but we're here to support you—just email us if you need help. No matter the outcomes, you will always receive communication from us.
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