Lead Security Officer

Pay: £47500 p/a.

Hours:

60 hours per week
- Monday to Friday.

Grade:
Site Based

Location:

Dundee, UK

See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.

Are you looking for a fulfilling career where you can make a difference and feel empowered every day?

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!

Join our team at Securitas as a Lead Security Officer
, where we value diversity and are committed to creating a supportive environment for all our employees
.

As a Lead Security Officer, you'll not only protect people and property but also inspire others by breaking barriers and bias in a traditionally male-dominated field. With comprehensive training, flexibility when you need it, and opportunities for advancement, this is your chance to shine and grow.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take your first step into a career in Security
. The role is exciting and varied
, offering the chance to get involved in a wide range of duties, including searches
, emergency response and providing exceptional customer service
. You’ll play a key part in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment, with opportunities to develop your skills and progress within the security field.

Step into a role that's not just a job, but a pathway to leadership and empowerment. You'll be a part of a dynamic team where your skills and unique perspectives are celebrated.

• Dental plan – helping you keep that smile healthy
• Pension scheme – invest in your future
• Payroll ISA – smart, tax‑efficient savings made easy
• And much more! – we’re always looking for ways to support our team

Join us and enjoy a workplace that truly values you!

• Ensures all personnel under their supervision have undertaken the appropriate site training and are in possession of a valid SIA license or LDN to meet industry requirements.
• Liaison with the Operations Support team, in support of rostering and forward planning of all direct reporting Officers ensuring sufficient cover for holidays, sickness, absences etc.
• Monthly welfare meetings completed with all direct reports, proactively monitoring performance, maintaining positive employee relations and ensuring coaching, counselling and any investigations are carried out in line with company policy and procedures as necessary.
• Monitoring and managing the appearance and behaviours of all Security personnel, taking remedial action as appropriate and in line with company policy and procedures.
• Actively encourage staff recognition and staff nominations for awards.
• Assignment Instructions and site documentation kept up to date.
• All incidents are reported in compliance with customer and company policy and procedures.
• Assist the Security Management Team in developing and sharing of “best practice” and use of systems and tools to improve client excellence, service delivery and effectiveness.
• Planning, development and implementing staff training, including both routine duties and emergency procedures.

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.

• A valid SIA licence.
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history.
• Excellent communication skills and fluently speak, read, write and understand English.
• Effective time management, able to deliver tasks on time to meet and exceed client expectations.
• Experience with following up on feedback to ensure positive outcomes.
  
  Pro‑active approach, confidence to suggest and organise better ways of frugal working.
• Required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
• Demonstrates ability to adapt and quickly learn unfamiliar areas of business.
• Well‑developed interpersonal and influencing skills. Able to negotiate and deal with sensitive and confidential matters with tact and discretion.
• Adaptable…