Security Officer

Company Description

We’re Hiring:
Security Officer!

Location:

Witney

Pay: £12.60 per hour

Hours:

4 on, 4 off, nights: 6pm - 6am

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!

Grade: 3.1 Site Based

See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.

Join our team as a Security Officer and play a vital role in protecting people, property, and assets at our client’s site. You will deliver a professional security service in line with Assignment Instructions, ensuring safety and peace of mind for everyone on site. This position requires a proactive approach and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of security and customer care

We are looking for a Security Officer who demonstrates integrity, vigilance, and helpfulness in every aspect of their work. You must hold a full SIA licence before starting operational shifts and be ready to take on responsibilities such as monitoring alarms and CCTV, conducting patrols, and managing access control.

This is more than just a job, it’s a chance to become a Security Officer in a role where your potential is recognised, your contributions truly matter, and your growth is supported every step of the way✨

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

• Prevent and deter unauthorised access to site. Monitor fire alarms, intruder alarms and CCTV as appropriate
• Conduct external and internal security patrols as detailed in the Assignment Instructions
• Manage keys and perform locking and unlocking duties as detailed in the Assignment Instructions
• Maintain all logbooks and records as detailed in the Assignment Instructions
• Issue visitor/contractor passes in accordance with the Assignment Instructions
• Provide support, guidance and information to all staff, visitors and contractors whilst ensuring safeguarding of the premises
• Carry out routine tests of the security equipment where appropriate
• Welcome visitors, verify identification, issue passes and ensure compliance with site access procedures while maintaining a professional and friendly approach
• Monitor entry and exit points, check credentials and prevent any unauthorised access to maintain site security
• Respond quickly to incidents such as fire alarms or security breaches, follow established protocols and assist emergency services when required

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.

We’re looking for someone who sees a different world—someone who values teamwork, shows initiative, and wants to grow. Ideally, you’ll have:

• A valid SIA licence
• Flexibility to work nights
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history
• Reliable
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken

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.

It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK! 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

Our Recruitment Team reviews every application carefully. Applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help.

We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident…