Security Officer

Who are we?

Founded in 1859, The Corps of Commissionaires Management Limited, now Corps Security, was a business initially built to provide employment for ex‑servicemen on return from the Crimean War. By sticking true to our values of ‘loyalty, integrity, service’, we have become the UK’s most established and respected specialist security services provider.

We are looking for a highly skilled SIA Licensed Security Officer to provide a secure and safe environment for all staff and visitors on site. The role involves applying thorough access control procedures, carrying out site inductions, planned and ad‑hoc site patrols and any other duties as determined by the Assignment Instructions. In the event of an emergency, the officer will follow prescribed escalation procedures with Site Management, Corps colleagues and emergency services.

Hours:

an average of 42 hours per week covering days and nights with a shift pattern of 4 on, 4 off (0600‑1800 and 1800‑0600).

• 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 License – essential.
• A valid SIA CCTV License – desirable.
• Confidence and ability to establish and maintain good 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 and DV Clearance Standards.

• Maintain overall surveillance of the site, carrying out regular patrols and recording these as per Corps and Customer requirements.
• Ensure all visitors and contractors are correctly briefed, sign in and out of the site.
• Record the entry and exit of delivery whilst on site, including processing of paperwork in line with site quality procedures.
• Carry out patrols to the correct standards.
• Set and unset primary and secondary alarm security systems for out‑of‑hours security provision if applicable.
• Comply with site waste management procedures.
• Complete documents as required including daily occurrence log, shift handover, incident/accident records and any site‑specific reports.
• Familiarise yourself with Assignment Instructions, Risk Assessments, and other quality & safety documents; advise the Corps Duty Manager and/or client personnel on any changes or recommendations to improve.
• Maintain your own training records via Corps Colleague Portal so that your skills remain up to date, particularly first aid and fire marshal training in accordance with legislative guidelines.
• Continuously apply your SIA skills, maintaining a high level of professionalism. Your SIA licence must always be displayed.
• Perform ad hoc duties as directed.

Diversity is important to Corps Security. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment in which individuals are valued. Corps Security adheres to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) and is committed to providing support to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families under the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans are guaranteed an interview where their previous employer was the armed forces and who meet the minimum requirements for the position.