Security Officer – Equans UK & Ireland
Join to apply for the Security Officer role at Equans UK & Ireland. This is a full‑time permanent position based at The Pastures, Capon Road, Colchester, CO4 3ZU. The role works 42 hours per week with a competitive salary of £29,861.00 per annum and a benefits package.
Shift Pattern
0700‑1900 / 1900‑0700 12‑hour shifts – 4 on / 4 off. Nights and days. Lunch break is paid and may be required in the event of a fire alarm or other emergency.
What You Will Deliver
You will be responsible for monitoring and controlling access to a critical site, overseeing the protection of water reservoirs, conducting regular patrols (up to 10 km per shift), responding to incidents, and ensuring compliance with security policies. Your role plays a key part in maintaining a secure environment, deterring criminal activity and preventing unauthorised access.
Key Responsibilities
* Monitor and control access to the site, ensuring only authorised personnel are granted entry.
* Conduct regular foot patrols over varying terrain, covering distances of over 10 km per shift.
* Respond promptly and effectively to security incidents and emergencies.
* Operate and monitor security systems and access control software to detect potential risks.
* Maintain high levels of situational awareness and assess on‑site security challenges.
* De‑escalate confrontational situations and manage conflicts with professionalism.
* Liaise with management, emergency services and other stakeholders during escalated incidents.
* Ensure compliance with security and safety protocols at all times.
* Communicate with members of the public as required, ensuring a courteous and professional approach.
Requirements
* A valid SIA (Security Industry Authority) Licence.
* Proven experience in a security role or a related field.
* First Aid Certification.
* Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
* Experience with access control and patrolling systems (e.g. “redetrack” and other security technology).
* Clear criminal background check.
* Strong customer service skills with the ability to resolve conflicts calmly and effectively.
* Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern, including nights and weekends.
* Basic computer literacy for logging reports and accessing security systems.
What We Offer
* Generous holiday allowance.
* Company share scheme.
* 2 paid volunteering days a year.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Season ticket loan.
* Employee assistance programme.
Who Are We?
Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, offering cutting‑edge energy and digital services across the UK & Ireland. Our 15,000 employees deliver decarbonisation across the built environment, helping businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government accelerate the transition to a low‑carbon, resilient world.
Next Steps
If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply and track your progress. A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.
We encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.
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