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Night Security Officer

Job in Chelmsford, Essex County, CM1, England, UK
Listing for: Securitas
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-07
Job specializations:
  • Security
    Security Guard, Site Security, Unarmed Security, Security Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 13.65 GBP Hourly GBP 13.65 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

At Securitas, we’re dedicated to protecting what matters most. With over 300,000 employees worldwide, we offer innovative security solutions tailored to each client’s needs. From on-site officers 🚓 to advanced surveillance 🎥, we use the latest technology to deliver top-tier protection.

Be part of a trusted team, where your contribution makes a real difference in safeguarding people, assets, and information. Join us today and help create safer environments for businesses and communities! 💼🌟

Job Description

🔒 Security Officer – Great Baddow | £13.65 per hour 🔒

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (Nights Only)
Contracted

Hours:

42 hours per week
Location:Great Baddow
Pay Rate: £13.65 per hour

Competitive £13.65per hour pay rate

Paid induction and ongoing training

Company-provided uniform and equipment

Support with obtaining SC Clearance

Opportunities for promotion and development into supervisory roles

Secure, long-term employment with a leading security provider

We are currently recruiting a professional and vigilant Security Officer to join our team at a high-profile site in Great Baddow
. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who take pride in delivering safety and security to people, property, and sensitive environments.

As a Security Officer you will be responsible for protecting people, property, and premises by maintaining a safe and secure environment. Their role involves monitoring access points, conducting patrols, responding to alarms or incidents, and ensuring compliance with site-specific security procedures. They act as a visible deterrent to potential threats, provide clear reporting and documentation, and often serve as the first point of contact for staff, visitors, and emergency services.

Security Officers are expected to remain alert, professional, and courteous at all times, while upholding safety, confidentiality, and high standards of customer service.

Responsibilities
  • Enforce site-specific security protocols and procedures
  • Carry out internal and external patrols regardless of weather
  • Ensure all personnel and vehicles entering the site are authorised
  • Monitor health and safety hazards and elevate concerns
  • Conduct bag, vehicle, or personnel searches if required
  • Maintain a clean and professional appearance at all times
  • Keep up-to-date records for all security activity and handovers
  • Liaise with clients, contractors, and visitors professionally
  • Support lock/unlock duties, key management, and access control logs
  • Attend regular briefings and refresher training sessions
  • Handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion
Qualifications
  • Must hold a valid SIA Licence
  • Eligible and willing to undergo SC (Security Clearance) checks – must have been a UK resident for at least 5 years
  • 5-year checkable work or education history – full referencing required
  • Excellent communication skills and high attention to detail
  • Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure
  • Willingness to work a 4 on, 4 off
    nights
Additional Information

It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK!

Join our global team of 336,000+ colleagues and help make the world a safer place.

At Securitas, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness
, and our People Promise:

  • 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

What You Can Expect

Our Recruitment Team reviews every application carefully. Applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help.

Diversity & Inclusion – Be Yourself

We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status (we will always try out hardest to guarantee interviews for eligible candidates, should you meet the roles minimum requirements, having disclosed a disability to our Talent Team upon application). We support equality through Employee Networks -Our real change makers of the business.. YOU, the Race at Work Charter
, and the Armed Forces Covenant
. We also celebrate diversity with events like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month
.

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