Dayshift Security Officer

Position Overview

Equans is looking for multiple Day Shift Security Officers to join our team on the Southern Water contracts in Otterbourne, SO21 2SW
. This is a permanent role working 42 hours per week with a competitive salary of £27,594.08 and an attractive benefits package. You will be employed by Equans, supporting the Southern Water contracts.

4 on 4 off

Day Shift: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

Candidates must have their own means of transport (car, motorbike, or bicycle) as there is no public transport nearby.

• Monitor and control access to the site, ensuring only authorised personnel are granted entry.
• Conduct regular foot patrols over varying terrain, covering distances of over 10 km per shift.
• Respond promptly and effectively to security incidents and emergencies.
• Operate and monitor security systems and access control software to detect potential risks.
• Maintain high levels of situational awareness and assess on‑site security challenges.
• De‑escalate confrontational situations and manage conflicts with professionalism.
• Liaise with management, emergency services, and other stakeholders during escalated incidents.
• Ensure compliance with security and safety protocols at all times.
• Communicate with members of the public as required, ensuring a courteous and professional approach.

• Valid SIA (Security Industry Authority) licence.
• Proven experience in a security role or a related field.
• Experience managing a security team.
• First Aid certification.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Experience with access control systems and other security technology.
• Clear criminal background check.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to resolve conflicts calmly and effectively.
• Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern, including nights and weekends.
• Basic computer literacy for logging reports and accessing security systems.
• Advanced reporting experience.
• Committed to continuous improvement of security processes and team efficiency.

• Generous holiday allowance.
• Company share scheme.
• 2 paid volunteering days a year.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Season ticket loan.
• Employee assistance programme.

Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration and cutting‑edge energy and digital services. With 15,000 employees worldwide, we deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, and public sector organisations accelerate the transition to a low‑carbon, resilient world.

We encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.

If this role interests you, click the link to register, apply, and track your progress. A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. We are not offering a relocation package and certain roles may require a Disclosure check.