Overview
We are seeking a Security Officer with over 2 years of security experience (preferred). The ideal candidate will hold a valid SIA licence and possess a full UK driving licence. As a Security Officer, you will play a key role in maintaining safety and compliance across our sites. This position requires a proactive and professional Security Officer who can respond effectively to various situations while ensuring high standards of service.
Please note: Although the advert states Dorchester, the actual site location is Yeovil, which is a reasonable and commutable distance.
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!
See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.
Responsibilities
* Welcoming and assisting staff, visitors, and contractors.
* Conducting regular safety and security patrols.
* Ensuring compliance with regulations and procedures.
* Supporting emergency protocols, including evacuations and searches.
* Keeping vigilant, reporting incidents, and preventing disruption.
* Accurately maintaining records of all activity and handovers.
Please note - The responsibilities listed here aren’t the full picture—but they give you a good sense of the role. If you meet the minimum requirements and believe you’ve got what it takes to succeed, we’d love to hear from you
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.
* Resident in the UK for at least 5 years (for BPSS / SC purposes)
* Full UK driving licence
* The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history.
* Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken.
* Customer focused, polite, tactful and discrete.
* Due to the nature of this role, candidates must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance.
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
What You Can Expect
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 role’s 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.
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