Security Officer

Overview

Hours: 42 Hours

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!

To deliver a professional security service that protects people, property, and assets, the Security Officer must follow all Assignment Instructions and uphold Securitas’ core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. A Security Officer is expected to maintain high standards of conduct and reliability at all times, ensuring the safety of the site and those within it. An SIA Licence is required for the Security Officer to carry out these duties effectively.

You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. This role focuses on protecting property and premises by preventing unauthorised access, monitoring alarms and CCTV
, conducting patrols, managing key control
, and keeping accurate records. The Security Officer supports health and safety by following procedures, reporting hazards, and maintaining emergency readiness
, including notifying the Security Operations Centre when needed. Key duties include preventing loss and crime, monitoring suspicious activity, securing equipment, and using communication devices effectively. Strong customer service and professional standards are essential. The Security Officer must also ensure compliance with regulations, support evacuations and searches, remain vigilant, report incidents, prevent disruption, complete shift handovers
, and carry out regular safety and security patrols
, providing excellent customer focus to staff, visitors, and contractors.

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.

• Valid or working towards a SIA Licence (Security Guarding or Door Supervision), CCTV Operator Licence (Public Space Surveillance).
• First Aid at Work certification.
• Eligible to work in the UK and 18+ years old, five-year checkable work history (or evidence of gaps) with no criminal convictions.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken, reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Willing to work Nights
• Previous security industry experience, ideally in a retail or public‑facing role.
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport.

We have a promise to our people, a ‘People Promise’ where opportunity, people and purpose play a vital role in our day to day.

Opportunity:
We see potential in every person and situation.

People:
We open our eyes to all that’s good.

Purpose:

We make your world a safer place.

We believe in your future, not just your past. At Securitas, you’ll find a career built on trust, respect, and progress.

Join our global team of 336,000+ colleagues and help make the world a safer place. At Securitas, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, and our People Promise:

• Opportunity – We see potential in every person and situation
• People – We open our eyes to all that’s good
• Purpose – We make your world a safer place

• STRIVE – Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending
• Dental Plans - Plans providing support and cash back towards dental costs
• HSF Health Plan - Healthcare cash plans at discounted rates
• Cycle to Work – Save on a new bike and cycling gear
• Specsavers – Discounts on eye tests and spectacles
• WeCare – 24/7 online GP and mental health support
• Toothfairy – Online access to dental guidance
• Pension Plan – Employer-contributed pension plan
• Payroll ISA – ISA savings account
• Free Mortgage Advice
• Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub
• Death in Service Benefit – Life assurance for permanent employees

Join a team that values you. Click I’m Interested and start your career with Securitas UK today.

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