Security Officer – Warton & Salmesbury
Job Details
* Location: Warton & Salmesbury (PR4 1AX & BB2 7LF)
* Hours: 42 hours per week
* Shift Pattern: Days, nights, and weekends
* Rate of Pay: £14.56 per hour
* Must be a driver with access to your own vehicle
* Must be a British national by birth or have held a British passport for a minimum of 5 years
What We Offer
* Competitive pay at £14.56 per hour
* 42‑hour work week with varied shifts (days, nights, weekends)
* Full training and uniform provided
* Opportunities for career growth and progression
Great Benefits
* Paid holiday leave
* Pension scheme
* Employee discounts
* Overtime opportunities
Your Role
As a Security Officer covering Warton & Salmesbury, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the sites, staff, visitors, and assets. You will conduct regular patrols, manage access control, monitor security systems, and respond to incidents promptly. A key part of the role will involve significant walking, so being physically fit is essential.
Detailed Job Duties
* Patrols: Conduct regular foot and vehicle patrols across the Warton and Salmesbury sites to ensure all areas are secure, checking for any signs of unauthorized access or security breaches.
* Access Control: Manage entry points by checking IDs, issuing visitor passes, and enforcing site access procedures.
* Surveillance: Monitor CCTV feeds, identifying suspicious activity, and responding swiftly to any incidents.
* Incident Response: Quickly and effectively respond to security incidents, emergencies, and alarm activations.
* Reporting: Maintain accurate and detailed records of incidents, breaches, and unusual activities, ensuring reports are completed in a timely and professional manner.
* Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to health and safety procedures, creating a safe and secure environment for all staff and visitors.
* Equipment Checks: Regularly inspect security equipment, such as alarm systems and CCTV, to ensure they are functioning properly.
* Driving: You will need to have access to your own vehicle to travel between Warton and Salmesbury sites efficiently.
* Customer Service: Maintain a high level of customer service while ensuring security procedures are followed at all times.
Qualifications
* Valid SIA Licence (essential)
* Strong communication skills and a customer‑focused approach
* Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
* Must be a driver with access to your own vehicle
* Must be a British national by birth or have held a British passport for a minimum of 5 years
* Must have a 5‑year checkable work history
* Must be able to obtain SC clearance
* Must be physically fit due to significant walking required throughout the shift
Additional Information
It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK! Join our global team of 336,000+ colleagues and help make the world a safer place. At Securitas, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, and our People Promise:
* 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
Our Recruitment Team reviews every application carefully. Applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help.
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, should you meet the roles minimum requirements, having disclosed a disability to our Talent Team upon application). We support equality through Employee Networks – Our real change makers of the business… YOU, the Race at Work Charter, and the Armed Forces Covenant. We also celebrate diversity with events like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.
Your Benefits
* STRIVE– Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending to suit your shopping habits.
* Dental Plans - A range of plans providing support, providing cash back towards everyday dental costs, such as dental examinations, X-rays, and treatment
* HSF Health Plan - Range of healthcare cash plans at highly discounted rates, providing families with peace of mind by getting cash back on everyday medical costs, such as dental check‑ups, contact lenses and acupuncture, and by covering unexpected costs.
* Cycle to Work – A super cost‑effective way of getting a brand new bike, cycling equipment or both. Save up to 42% of the usual cost and spread the cost over several months from your salary.
* Specsavers – Save money on eye tests and when purchasing 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 – Plan for your financial future by building up a benefit in the Securitas Pension Plan, with the benefit of employer contribution plus tax relief on your contributions.
* Payroll ISA – An ISA savings account is a great way to meet your 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 would provide a lump sum benefit to your beneficiaries in the unfortunate event of death in service whilst employed by Securitas
Take the Next Step
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