Relief Security Officer

Relief Security Officer – Corps Security

Base pay range is based on skills and experience. Discuss with recruiter for exact rate.

Founded in 1859, The Corps of Commissionaires Management Limited, now Corps Security, was originally built to provide employment for ex‑servicemen. We are the UK’s most established and respected specialist security services provider, built on loyalty, integrity and service.

We need a highly skilled SIA Licensed Security Officer to work at client premises for holiday and sickness cover, with a view to being allocated a fixed shift pattern when opportunities arise.

• Company sick pay scheme
• Paid SIA license renewals
• Enhanced family leave pay
• Cycle to Work scheme
• High staff discounts & rewards scheme
• Access to digital GP
• Excellent pension scheme
• Death in service – £5,000
• Recruitment bonus scheme
• New business lead scheme
• Employee assistance programme

• Excellent communication skills and a strong customer focus.
• A valid SIA Front‑Line licence – essential.
• Confidence and ability to establish and maintain good and effective working relationships at all levels.
• Ability to work to deadlines, multitask and work under pressure.
• Excellent IT skills including Microsoft software packages (e.g. Excel).
• Ability to achieve vetting to BS7858 standards.

• Maintain overall surveillance of the site, carrying out regular patrols and recording these as required.
• Ensure all visitors and contractors are correctly briefed, sign in and out of the site.
• Record the entry and exit of deliveries on site, including processing of paperwork in line with quality procedures.
• Ensure patrols are carried out to the correct standards.
• Set and unset primary and secondary alarm security systems for out‑of‑hours provision if applicable.
• Complete documents such as daily occurrence logs, shift handovers, incident/accident records and other site‑specific reports.
• Familiarise yourself with assignment instructions, risk assessments and other quality & safety documents; advise Duty Manager and/or client personnel on any changes or recommendations to improve.
• Maintain training records via the Corps Colleague Portal, ensuring first aid and fire marshal training remain up to date.
• Continuously apply SIA skills, maintaining a high level of professionalism; licence must always be displayed.
• Perform ad‑hoc duties as directed.

Entry level

Full‑time

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Diversity is important to Corps Security; we believe that each individual has unique talents to contribute to the business. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and to achieving diversity. Corps Security adheres to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunities (“EEO”), benefiting both the company and its colleagues. We support members of the armed forces, veterans and their families, and guaranteed an interview to those who meet the minimum requirements.

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