Relief Mobile Roaming Security Officer
Argenbright Security Europe Limited (ASEL)
Location: Canterbury and surrounding areas (Ramsgate, Dover, Folkestone, Ashford, Chatham, Gillingham, Strood)
Zero Hours Contract - Multiple Shifts Available Per Week
Hourly Rate: 13.50
SIA Licence: Essential
Full UK Manual Driving Licence: Essential
MUST DRIVE, includes weekend working (Fuel costs reimbursed)
About the Role
Are you an experienced, SIA-licensed security professional looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle? ASEL is recruiting Relief Mobile Roaming Security Officers on a zero hours basis. With multiple shifts available across the week, this is a genuine opportunity to earn consistently while maintaining the flexibility you need. You will be deployed across a cluster of high-priority locations, providing proactive, intelligence-led security using a company vehicle, phone, and tablet.
About ASEL
ASEL designs, develops, and delivers fully bespoke, integrated security solutions that bring together people, technology, and processes to achieve results-driven outcomes. As the original thinkers behind security risk modelling - a methodology that has revolutionised the industry - our business is underpinned by a data-driven risk advisory practice that identifies and mitigates risk, informs strategy, prevents crime, and reduces cost. Joining ASEL means becoming part of a forward-thinking team that is setting the standard for modern security in the UK and Europe.
Key Responsibilities
- Deploy across an assigned cluster of sites using a company vehicle, prioritising locations according to live intelligence and risk.
- Conduct proactive, high-visibility patrols of client premises, providing a reassuring and professional presence for colleagues and customers.
- Identify trends and patterns in criminality and feed intelligence back to the Amberstone Crime Desk.
- Liaise with management, Police, and local authorities as required.
- Manage vulnerable persons with empathy and professionalism, minimising distress at all times.
- Conduct colleague and contractor searches in line with agreed policy.
- Carry out thorough security checks across all assigned premises.
- Digitally report incidents and gather intelligence using company-supplied phone and tablet.
- Produce clear, accurate incident reports in a timely manner.
- Operate Body Worn Cameras in line with company and safety policy.
- Communicate effectively with all stakeholders via all channels including radio.
- Maintain a safe and secure environment for clients, colleagues, and the public at all times.
Essential Requirements
- Valid SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guarding Licence - applications without this cannot be considered.
- Full UK Manual Driving Licence - a company vehicle will be provided and based at a designated site.
- Minimum 1 year of front-line security guarding experience, ideally in a retail or mobile environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Confident and calm under pressure with the ability to handle conflict professionally.
- Competent with digital devices - able to use a phone and tablet for daily reporting and planning.
- Smart, professional appearance and a proactive, can-do attitude.
Desirable
- Additional SIA accreditations.
- Previous experience in an intelligence-led or mobile security environment.
- Familiarity with body worn camera systems and digital incident reporting platforms.
What We Offer
- Perkbox - rewards, discounts, and peer recognition platform.
- Apprenticeship opportunities - fully supported career development.
- Employee of the Month scheme - 50 reward for standout performance.
- 110% Club - exclusive prizes and monetary rewards for outstanding performers.
- WageStream - access your earned wages before payday.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - confidential support for health and wellbeing.
- Progression opportunities - a clear pathway to advance within ASEL.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
Equality & Diversity
ASEL is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We value the diverse skills, backgrounds, and experiences of our people and are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can succeed. All applicants will be considered for employment and progression on the basis of their skills, aptitude, and ability.
