Lead Security Officer
Listed on 2026-09-06
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Security
Site Security, Security Officer
Location:
London, E14 4AD
Pay: £18.00 per hour
Hours: 42 hours per week: 4 on, 4 off nights only
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
Lead Security Officer
, you will oversee the day-to-day security operation on shift, providing leadership, guidance, and support to a team of Security Officers. Acting as the main point of contact for operational matters, you will help ensure a consistently high standard of service delivery while promoting the core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a professional team within a fast-paced and prestigious corporate environment
As a
Lead Security Officer
, you will be responsible for managing staffing levels, coordinating officer rosters, monitoring performance, and ensuring all team members maintain the required training and licensing standards. Building strong working relationships with both the client and internal stakeholders, you will conduct regular performance reviews, support employee development, and ensure all security personnel maintain the highest standards of professionalism and presentation.
This isn’t just another job. It’s your opportunity to step into a role as a
Lead Security Officer
where your potential is recognised, your contribution is valued, and your progress is supported every step of the way
Responsibilities
You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:
- Ensure all personnel under your supervision have completed the appropriate site training and hold a valid SIA licence or LDN to meet industry requirements
- Monitor and manage the appearance and behaviour of all security personnel, taking remedial action in line with the company policy and procedures
- Report all incidents in compliance with customer and company policy and procedures
- Assist the Security Management Team in developing and sharing best practices and using systems and tool to improve service effectiveness
- Be fully conversant with operational functions including Access Control, CCTV Detection, and Alarm Systems, ensuring effective monitoring and reporting
- Assist the Site Manager with any reasonable or practical request
- Monitor faults with security related equipment, ensuring they are reported correctly
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:
- A valid SIA licence
- Flexibility to worknightsand weekends
- Previous supervisory experience within a corporate banking environment is essential
- Must be able to present a clear and complete 5-year work and/or education history, with supporting explanations for any gaps in employment
- Adaptable and responsive to changes in priorities, plans and schedules
- Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken
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…
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