Relief Security Officer

We’re Hiring:
Relief Security Officer

Location:

Covering Plymouth and surrounding areas

Pay: £14.00 per hour

Hours:

Minimum of 36 hours, plus overtime available. Days, nights and weekends.

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!

• Minimum of 36 hours, plus overtime available. Days, nights and weekends.
• Flexibility to working hours.
• Great customer service.
• Security experience 2+ Years (preferred)
• SIA licence
• 18+
• Full UK driving licence

The Relief Security Officer provides security services across multiple sites as needed, ensuring the protection of people, property, and assets. The role requires an SIA licence and involves maintaining high standards of integrity, vigilance, and helpfulness. Officers must be flexible and ready to cover shifts at short notice.

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

In this role, you will support the Protection of Property & Premises by controlling access, monitoring alarms and CCTV, preventing unauthorised entry, carrying out internal and external patrols, reporting safety or security hazards, managing keys, responding to incidents, and following all Assignment Instructions. You will also uphold Health & Safety standards by promoting safe working practices, reporting hazards and near misses, completing accident reports, and ensuring first aid equipment and emergency procedures are properly maintained.

To help Prevent Loss, Waste & Crime, you will report any lost, damaged, or stolen property, operate radios, pagers, and other security equipment, conduct stop/search procedures when required, and record any suspicious activities. Providing excellent Customer Service is essential, ensuring staff and visitors are well supported while maintaining high standards of appearance and professionalism. Additional responsibilities include completing all logs and reports accurately, following company policies and management instructions, and consistently representing the Securitas values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness.

• Valid SIA Licence; right to work in the UK; age 18+.
• Five‑year checkable work history and no criminal convictions.
• Flexible availability including days, nights, weekends.
• Good communication, customer service skills, and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Valid UK driving licence and vehicle desirable.
• Previous security officer experience.
• First Aid qualification.

• STRIVE– Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending.
• Dental Plans – Support and cash back towards everyday dental costs.
• HSF Health Plan – Healthcare cash plans at highly discounted rates.
• Cycle to Work – Cost‑effective way to get a new bike or cycling equipment.
• Specsavers – Savings on eye tests and spectacles.
• WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support, get fit programme and more.
• Toothfairy – Online dental advice and guidance.
• Pension Plan – Employer contributions plus tax relief.
• Payroll ISA – Savings account for long term goals.
• Free Mortgage Advice.
• WeLive – Financial Wellbeing Hub.
• Death in Service Benefit – Life Assurance for permanent employees.

We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status. We support equality through Employee Networks, the Race at Work Charter and the Armed Forces Covenant. We celebrate diversity with events such as BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.

Equal opportunities are offered to all applicants.