Career Changer - Security Officer

There has never been a better time to join Securitas as a career changer - Security Officer.

If you’ve worked in retail, customer service, hospitality, care, you already have the skills we’re looking for.

• Dealing with people
• Staying calm under pressure

We’ll train you on everything else. Because we believe in removing the barrier when applying for a role and see the value in diverse skillsets amongst our teams.

Many of our team joined from retail, care and customer service roles. Through our development programmes, people have progressed into supervisory or training roles within 12 months, just as an example of the possibilities at Securitas.

What you’ll be doing:

You’ll help keep people, property and premises safe by:

• Carrying out security patrols
• Supporting staff, visitors & contractors
• Managing incidents & reporting concerns
• Controlling vehicle access & parking

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 would love to hear from you.

Your experience matters

You don’t need a security background. If you’ve worked with people — you already have what it takes.

What we’re looking for

• Reliable, professional & proactive attitude
• Full UK driving licence
• Can do attitude and a desire to work with us
• Ability to work days, nights & weekends
• Physically fit (regular patrols included in the role)

Must have’s

• Have the right to work in the UK
• Be able to pass BPSS & SC clearance
• Be a British National
• Have lived in the UK for the past 5 years
• SIA licence holders welcome, but not essential.

Due to the nature of this opportunity, candidates must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) Clearance. Must be a British National and have lived in the UK for the last 5 years.