We’re Hiring: Security Officer.
Location: Cardiff, UK.
Pay: £12.71 per hour.
From day one, you’ll gain access to outstanding learning and development opportunities, mentorship, and a range of benefits from brand discounts to give back schemes.
The Security Officer is responsible for delivering a professional security service that protects people, property, and assets in line with assignment instructions and customer requirements. The role includes effective patrols, monitoring, incident reporting, and excellent customer service. An SIA licence is required. The Security Officer must uphold the core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness.
Key Requirements
* Fully flexible with shift work (days, nights, weekends)
* A valid SIA Licence
* Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle
Responsibilities and Job Description
* Protect property and premises through patrols, monitoring alarms and CCTV, managing keys, issuing passes, and maintaining accurate logs.
* Support health and safety by identifying risks, responding to incidents, and maintaining first aid equipment.
* Prevent loss and crime by reporting risks, conducting searches, operating security equipment, and handling investigations.
* Deliver excellent customer service by assisting staff and visitors, handling enquiries, and maintaining a professional image.
* Complete handovers, documentation, and any tasks requested by management, while upholding Securitas values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness.
Qualifications – Essential
* Right to work in the UK.
* Over 18, five‑year checkable work history or valid documentation for gaps.
* No criminal convictions.
* Good communication skills and customer focus, ability to work independently and in a team.
* Reliable, punctual, and flexible with shifts (days, nights, weekends).
* Full UK driving licence and own transport.
* Reasonable commuting distance.
Diversity & Inclusion – Be Yourself
We are an inclusive employer. We are proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status and will always try our hardest to guarantee interviews for eligible candidates who disclose a disability to our Talent Team upon application. We support equality through Employee Networks, the Race at Work Charter, and the Armed Forces Covenant. We also celebrate diversity with events such as BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE, and Black History Month.
Benefits
* STRIVE – Securitas Perks gives you access to a wide range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending.
* Dental Plans – A range of plans providing support and cash back towards everyday dental costs, such as examinations, X-rays and treatment.
* HSF Health Plan – Cash plans at highly discounted rates, covering everyday medical costs and unexpected expenses.
* Cycle to Work – A cost‑effective way of getting a new bike or cycling equipment.
* Specsavers – Savings on eye tests and 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 – Build up a benefit in the Securitas Pension Plan with employer contributions and tax relief.
* Payroll ISA – An ISA savings account to meet 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 provides a lump sum benefit to beneficiaries in the unfortunate event of death in service while employed by Securitas.
Location, Salary and Benefits apply to the role in Cardiff, UK. All candidates must meet the core qualifications and demonstrate commitment to the values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness.
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