Location: Prestwick UK
Pay: £13.44 per hour
Hours: 56 hours per week, mix of days and nights 12 hr shifts
From day one, you’ll gain access to outstanding Learning and Development opportunities, Mentorship, and a whole load of benefits from brand discounts to give back schemes!
Are you looking for a fulfilling career where you can make a difference and feel empowered every day?
Join our team at Securitas as a Security Officer, where we value diversity and are committed to creating a supportive environment for all our employees.
As a Security Officer, you'll protect people and property, inspire others by breaking barriers in a traditionally male‑dominated field, and have opportunities for advancement. This is your chance to shine and grow, so invest in yourself by applying today.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take the first step into a career in Security. The role is exciting and varied, with duties including searches, emergency response and providing exceptional customer service. You’ll play a key part in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment and can progress within the security field.
Step into a role that’s not just a job, but a pathway to leadership and empowerment. You’ll be part of a dynamic team where your skills and unique perspectives are celebrated.
Free parking on site
Dental plan – helping you keep that smile healthy
Pension scheme – invest in your future
Payroll ISA – smart, tax‑efficient savings made easy
And much more! – we’re always looking for ways to support our team
Join us and enjoy a workplace that truly values you!
Job Description
Responsibilities
You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:
* Active Patrols: Regularly patrol designated areas to detect and deter suspicious activity. Your vigilance will ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone.
* Thorough Searches: Conduct detailed searches, following company policies and procedures. Your meticulous attention to detail will keep restricted areas safe.
* Detailed Record‑Keeping: Maintain accurate records and complete necessary paperwork related to security incidents and observations.
* Effective Communication: Collaborate with colleagues, supervisors and external authorities to report incidents and coordinate responses to security issues.
* Exceptional Customer Service: Provide outstanding service to employees, visitors and guests with professionalism and courtesy.
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
What we’re looking for:
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.
* Flexibility to work days, nights and weekends.
* The right to work in the UK, with a 5‑year checkable history.
* Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken.
Additional Information
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.
We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status. We will try our hardest to guarantee interviews for eligible candidates who meet the minimum requirements and disclose a disability to our Talent Team upon application. We support equality through Employee Networks and celebrate diversity with events such as BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.
Benefits:
* STRIVE – Securitas Perks gives you access to discounts on retailers, services and everyday spending.
* Dental Plans – Provide support and cash back towards everyday dental costs such as examinations, X‑rays and treatment.
* HSF Health Plan – Healthcare cash plans at highly discounted rates, giving families peace of mind with cash back on everyday medical costs.
* Cycle to Work – Cost‑effective way to get a new bike, cycling equipment or both; save up to 42% of the usual cost and spread payments over months from your salary.
* Specsavers – Save money on eye tests and purchasing spectacles.
* WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support, fitness programmes and more.
* Toothfairy – Online access to advice and guidance from UK dentists.
* Pension Plan – Build your future with employer contributions and tax relief.
* Payroll ISA – An ISA savings account for longer‑term personal financial goals.
* Free Mortgage Advice
* Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub
* Death in Service Benefit – Permanent employees automatically covered for Life Assurance, providing a lump sum benefit to beneficiaries upon death in service.
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