Pay
£13.50 per hour
Hours
42.5 hours per week: Monday – Friday days
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
Company Description
We’re Hiring: Security Officer!
Location: London, SE28 0FJ
Role Overview
As a Security Officer at Securitas, you’ll do more than protect what’s important—you’ll empower people to thrive. Your presence will make others feel safe, welcome and supported.
From escorting contractors and controlling site access to monitoring alarms, managing keys, and completing accurate logbooks, no two days will ever be the same. You’ll also play a key role in traffic control, visitor management, equipment checks and maintaining the overall safety of property and premises – all while representing Securitas and the client to the highest standard.
Responsibilities
* Escort contractors and approved visitors within controlled areas, ensuring permissions and compliance with site rules.
* Prevent and deter unauthorised access through rigorous access control, ID verification, and perimeter vigilance.
* Monitor and respond to alarms (fire/intruder) promptly, following escalation and incident procedures.
* Conduct regular patrols of key areas, including secure corridors, entry points and restricted zones.
* Provide traffic management within the site boundary and enforce parking restrictions to maintain safety and order.
* Carry out routine tests on security equipment (e.g., alarms, radios, control room systems) and report defects immediately.
* Manage keys and conduct locking/unlocking duties strictly in accordance with Assignment Instructions.
* Operate within control room protocols (where applicable), including radio comms, incident logging and monitoring activities.
* Issue and account for passes (visitor/contractor) accurately; maintain strict audit trails as per procedures.
* Maintain logbooks and records to a high standard, ensuring timely, accurate and legible entries.
* Handle lost property according to site procedures, documenting receipt, storage and return.
* Engage with Securitas Core Values (Integrity, Vigilance, Helpfulness) in every interaction, delivering professional customer service.
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:
* A valid SIA licence.
* Applicants must complete enhanced security screening and vetting, which can take 1–3 months and may impact the confirmed start date.
* Right to work in the UK with required documentation.
* Ability to follow strict procedures in a highly regulated, controlled environment.
* Good communication skills, both written and verbal, with strong attention to detail.
* Ability to remain calm, professional and vigilant at all times.
* Willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends and public holidays.
* Ability to comply with strict device restrictions while on duty.
Why Join Securitas?
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.
Benefits
* STRIVE – Securitas Perks gives you access to a vast range of discounts on retailers, services and everyday spending.
* Dental Plans – a range of plans providing support, giving cash back towards everyday dental costs such as examinations, X‑rays and treatment.
* HSF Health Plan – highly discounted cash plans covering everyday medical costs, dental check‑ups, contact lenses and acupuncture.
* Cycle to Work – cost‑effective way to get a brand‑new bike or cycling equipment, saving up to 42% of the usual cost and spreading the cost over several months.
* Specsavers – savings on eye tests and spectacles.
* WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support, fitness programme and more.
* Toothfairy – online access to advice and guidance from real UK Dentists.
* Pension Plan – plan for your financial future with employer contribution and tax relief.
* Payroll ISA – ISA savings account to meet long‑term personal financial goals.
* Free Mortgage Advice.
* Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub.
* Death in Service Benefit – Permanent employees automatically covered for Life Assurance; a lump‑sum benefit to beneficiaries in case of death in service while employed by Securitas.
Diversity & Inclusion – Be Yourself
We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status. We will always try our hardest to guarantee interviews for eligible candidates who meet the role’s minimum requirements, should they 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.
Take the Next Step
Join a team that values you. Click ‘I’m Interested’ and start your career with Securitas UK today.
See a different world.
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