Security Officer

Location: Newark, UK

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Hours: 60 hours per week - Wednesday to Sunday (Nights)

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.

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

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

As a 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.

Benefits include on-site parking, dental plan, pension scheme, payroll ISA, cycle to work scheme and many more.

Responsibilities

You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:

• Active Patrols: Regularly patrol designated areas to detect and deter suspicious activity. Your vigilance will ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone.
• Thorough Searches: Conduct detailed searches, following company policies and procedures. Your meticulous attention to detail will help keep restricted areas safe.
• Detailed Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate records and complete necessary paperwork related to security incidents and observations.
• Effective Communication: Collaborate with colleagues, supervisors and external authorities to report incidents and coordinate responses.
• Exceptional Customer Service: Provide outstanding customer service to employees, visitors, and guests with professionalism and courtesy.

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.

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for someone who values teamwork, shows initiative, and wants to grow. Ideally you’ll have:

• A valid SIA licence.
• Driving licence or good transport links.
• Gate house experience.
• Physically fit for patrolling the site.
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends.
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5‑year checkable history.
• Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken.

We are an inclusive employer and proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status. We support equality through employee networks and celebrate diversity.

• On-site parking.
• Dental plan.
• Pension scheme.
• Payroll ISA.
• Cycle to Work.
• Specsavers discounts.
• WeCare 24/7 online GP and mental health support.
• Toothfairy dental advice online.
• Free mortgage advice.
• Financial wellbeing hub.
• Life assurance coverage for permanent employees.