Hours
42 hours, 4 on 4 of, days/nights/weekends
Company Description
We’re Hiring: Security Officer
Location
Yeovil BA20
Pay
£14.46 Per Hour
Annual Salary
£31,580.64 per year
Note: Location
Although the advert states Weymouth, the actual site location is Yeovil, which is a reasonable and commutable distance.
Learning and Development
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: Site Based
See a different world. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Security Officer to join one of our large clients based in Yeovil. As our new Security Officer, you will play a key role in maintaining safety and compliance across the site, ensuring the best customer service, safety, and experience, keeping people, places and property safe each day. This position requires an aspirational Security Officer who can respond effectively to various situations while ensuring high standards of service. This is a great position to develop your professional skill sets in the industry and we encourage applications from other sectors with transferable skill sets. We provide the training. No SIA licence is required; we see potential in you and will encourage your growth from day one! If you have a licence already, apply as well.
Requirements
* A full UK driving licence.
* Candidates must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance.
* Commitment to the company’s values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness.
Job Description
You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:
What you’ll be doing
* Prevent and deter unauthorised access, monitoring fire/intruder alarms and CCTV.
* Conduct internal and external security patrols as per Assignment Instructions.
* Manage traffic control and parking restrictions when required.
* Operate and test security equipment, including radios and other devices.
* Manage keys, locking/unlocking duties, and maintain security logs and records.
* Issue visitor and contractor passes and manage lost property.
* Support staff, visitors, and contractors with safety guidance while safeguarding the premises.
* Report hazards, faults, unsafe practices, accidents and maintain clear emergency routes.
* Respond to First Aid equipment usage and investigate fire alarm activations.
* Report at‑risk property and prevent loss, waste, and unnecessary energy use.
* Apply ‘stop and search’ policies, conduct initial investigations, and report incidents.
* Deliver outstanding customer service and resolve visitor or staff issues professionally.
* Maintain high standards of uniform, behaviour, and presentation.
* Complete all paperwork accurately, follow handover procedures, and adhere to Assignment Instructions.
* Perform additional duties as required and uphold the core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness.
Additional Remarks
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.
Qualifications
We’re looking for someone who sees a different world—someone who values teamwork, shows initiative, and wants to grow. Ideally, you’ll have:
What you’ll bring
* A willingness to acquire an SIA Licence (No Licence required to apply), but encourages applicants with an SIA Licence to apply.
* Resident in the UK for at least 5 years (for BPSS / SC purposes).
* Full UK driving licence.
* The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history.
* Excellent communication skills in English—both written and spoken.
* Customer focused, polite, tactful and discrete.
Additional Information
* 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:
o Opportunity – We see potential in every person and situation.
o People – We open our eyes to all that’s good.
o Purpose – We make your world a safer place.
Benefits
* STRIVE – Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending to suit your shopping habits.
* Dental Plans – A range of plans providing support, providing cash back towards everyday dental costs, such as dental examinations, X-rays, and treatment.
* HSF Health Plan – Range of healthcare cash plans at highly discounted rates, providing families with peace of mind by getting cash back on everyday medical costs, such as dental check‑ups, contact lenses and acupuncture, and by covering unexpected costs.
* Cycle to Work – A super cost-effective way of getting a brand new bike, cycling equipment or both.
* Specsavers – Save money on eye tests and when purchasing spectacles.
* WeCare – A 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more.
* Toothfairy – Online access to advice and guidance, from real UK Dentists.
* Pension Plan – Plan for your financial future by building up a benefit in the Securitas Pension Plan, with the benefit of employer contribution plus tax relief on your contributions.
* Payroll ISA – An ISA savings account is a great way to meet your longer term personal financial goals.
* Free Mortgage Advice.
* Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub.
* Death in Service Benefit – Permanent employees are automatically covered for Life Assurance, which would provide a lump sum benefit to your beneficiaries in the unfortunate event of death in service whilst employed by Securitas.
Next Step
Join a team that values you. Click ‘I’m Interested’ and start your career with Securitas UK today.
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