Security Operative

Security Operative - Prestigious Private Estate

Ideal for Ex-Army & Ex-Police Professionals

Location:

Confidential / High-profile Estate

Salary: £38,677.08 per annum + overtime opportunities

Benefits:
Clothing and Food Allowance (£#removed#)

Shift Pattern: 7 days on / 7 days off - 12-hour shifts (days & nights) - accommodation provided during shift week, including cooking facilities

Our client is expanding their in-house security team and is seeking a highly professional Security Operative. This role is particularly well suited to ex‑Military or ex‑Police personnel, or candidates with proven experience in corporate or estate security.

You will be providing first‑class, discreet security support at a prestigious and high‑profile private estate, where professionalism, integrity, and calm judgement are essential at all times.

As part of a close‑knit and highly trusted team, you will be responsible for the 24/7 security and protection of the Estate, ensuring the safety of people, property, and reputation.

Security is delivered through:

• Continuous CCTV and alarm monitoring
• Recorded mobile and foot patrols
• Professional interaction with visitors, staff, tenants, and stakeholders

This is a front‑line but low‑profile role, requiring strong situational awareness, excellent interpersonal skills, and absolute discretion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver a visible yet discreet security presence
• Monitor CCTV, alarms, and access control systems
• Conduct structured foot and mobile patrols
• Respond calmly and effectively to incidents or alarms
• Engage with visitors, staff, media, and members of the public in a courteous and diplomatic manner
• Maintain accurate incident and patrol records
• Uphold strict confidentiality and professional standards at all times

• Ex-Army or Ex-Police background highly desirable
• Strong experience in security, protection, or operational environments
• Calm, disciplined, and professional under pressure
• Excellent communication and judgement
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a trusted team

• Valid SIA licence
• Clean UK driving licence
• Ability to pass an enhanced DBS and additional background checks
• Willingness to sign a strict Confidentiality Agreement / NDA

• Long‑term, stable position in a prestigious environment
• Ideal transition for ex‑service personnel into high‑end civilian security
• Strong work‑life balance due to shift pattern
• Trusted role where professionalism and integrity are genuinely valued