Register Interest Security Officers

• Hours:
  
  30 hours per week
• Location:
  
  Somerset
• Contract Type:
  Permanent – Part Time – On Site
• Working Pattern:
  Monday to Friday – Day Shifts
• Salary:
  Competitive + Excellent Benefits

At Sodexo, we create safe, welcoming and efficient environments where people can perform at their best. Our Security teams play an important role in protecting people, property and premises while ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of our client sites.

We are looking for a professional, reliable and approachable Security Officer to join our team in Somerset.

This is a varied role combining security, site access control, visitor management and logistics administration. You will be based within a dedicated security guardhouse, acting as one of the first points of contact for visitors, contractors and delivery drivers arriving on site.

If you enjoy working with people, have a good eye for detail and can balance security responsibilities with excellent customer service, this could be the opportunity for you.

As a Security Officer, you will be responsible for managing site access and ensuring that all visitors, contractors and delivery vehicles follow the correct entry and exit procedures.

You will play a key role in the site's logistics operation, working at the weighbridge to record vehicle movements, check registrations and haulier details, and ensure accurate records are maintained.

You'll also provide a friendly and professional welcome to everyone arriving on site, helping to create a positive first impression while maintaining high security standards.

This is not a traditional mobile security or patrol-based position. You will primarily be based in the security guardhouse, monitoring site access, operating barriers and supporting the smooth movement of vehicles and visitors.

• You'll play a key role in keeping the site safe, secure and operating efficiently by:
  • Managing site access for visitors, employees, contractors and delivery drivers.
  • Providing a friendly, professional welcome to everyone arriving at the site.
  • Operating site entry and exit barriers, ensuring access is authorised and controlled.
  • Managing the weighbridge process for incoming and outgoing vehicles.
  • Recording vehicle registration details, haulier information and vehicle movements accurately.
  • Ensuring all visitors and contractors follow the correct site sign-in and security procedures.
  • Monitoring CCTV systems and remote surveillance arrangements, escalating any concerns appropriately.
  • Maintaining accurate access logs, vehicle records

We're looking for someone who is dependable, observant and confident communicating with a wide range of people.

• A valid SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guarding licence.
• Previous experience in a security, access control, reception or customer-facing role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A friendly and professional approach when welcoming visitors and dealing with delivery drivers.
• Good attention to detail, particularly when recording vehicle registrations and maintaining accurate records.
• The ability to follow procedures and manage site access confidently.
• Basic IT and administration skills.
• The ability to work independently and remain focused throughout your shift.
• A reliable approach to timekeeping and attendance.

• Previous weighbridge or logistics administration experience.
• Experience managing vehicle movements, deliveries or site access.
• Previous CCTV monitoring experience (although this is not essential).
• Experience working within an industrial, manufacturing or logistics environment.

The role is based within a dedicated security guardhouse, equipped with facilities including a small kitchenette.