Company Description
Security Officer Opportunity
Are you passionate about maintaining a safe and secure environment?
We're looking for Security Officer to join our professional team and play a key role in safeguarding our operations working in a gatehouse environment.
Become part of a team that values professionalism, commitment and a strong focus on security.
* Hours: 42 hours a week
* Salary: £13.00 per hour
* Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off days and nights
If you're ready to elevate your career, contribute to a dynamic team, and play a vital role in ensuring the safety of our clients, we want to hear from you! Apply now and seize this rewarding and challenging opportunity!
Job Description
What you'll do:
* Safeguard our client's site, ensuring the safety of employees, visitors, and contractors
* Working in a Gatehouse role
* Conduct internal and external foot patrols, oversee access control, and keep a watchful eye for anything suspicious
* Liaise with emergency services if required
* Provide excellent customer service, guidance, and support while maintaining top-notch security
* Take charge in any challenging situations until external support arrives
* Ensure health and safety standards are upheld, record and report hazards promptly
Qualifications
What we need from you:
* A valid SIA Licence
* Minimum 1 year experience within a security role
* GSAT preferred
* BPSS clearance required
* Knowledge of access control systems
* Ability to travel to site within 45 minutes
* Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history (enhanced screening required)
* Strong communication skills, a customer-first attitude, and a keen eye for detail
* Computer literate - able to use basic IT systems
Additional Information
It’s great to see you’re considering a career with us here at Securitas UK! You're one step away from joining our global team of over 375,000 professionals.
Why Choose Securitas UK?
At Securitas UK, we are on a mission to make the world a safer place, driven by our core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. We foster empowerment, innovation, and growth, offering industry-leading training and career development opportunities.
What You Can Expect
Applying for a new role can be exciting yet daunting. Our dedicated Recruitment Team carefully reviews every application, and we appreciate your patience. Need support? We’re here to help—just drop us an email.
Diversity & Inclusion: Be Yourself at Securitas
We are an all-inclusive employer, embracing individuality and diversity as key to our success. Our belonging strategy focuses on:
* Career Growth: Clear pathways from apprenticeships to leadership programs.
* Inclusive Leadership: A culture of respect, transparency, and collaboration.
* Fair Pay & Benefits: Competitive, equitable compensation and benefits.
Our Commitment to You
We support our workforce through initiatives such as:
* Employee Networks – Safe spaces to connect and influence policies for change.
* Race at Work Charter & Armed Forces Covenant – Supporting equality and inclusion.
* Disability Confident Employer – Ensuring accessibility with our Reasonable Adjustment Passport. With our Level 2 Disability Confident Employer Certification - We commit to guaranteeing an interview to anyone who discloses a disability at screening, providing they live within the location requirements.
* Health & Well-being Programs – Mental health support and workplace wellness.
* Neurodiversity Top Employer Certification – Leading inclusivity for neurodivergent individuals.
We celebrate diversity year-round with events like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE, and Black History Month and so much more!
Take the Next Step
Join us and be part of a team that values you. Click ‘I'm Interested' and start your career with Securitas UK today! #J-18808-Ljbffr