Job Introduction
Security Officer
Location: Seacroft, Leeds, LS14 2AR
Working Hours: 42 hours per week (4 on 4 off rota)
Hourly Rate: £ - £
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time
Join Sodexo as a Security Officer at our Unilever Seacroft site and be part of a team that plays a vital role in keeping our people, property, and assets safe. If you’re a professional, vigilant and physically capable individual with a current SIA licence, we want to hear from you.
You’ll be the first point of contact for employees, visitors, and contractors, ensuring the site remains secure while delivering excellent customer service. This is a great opportunity for someone who is calm under pressure, highly observant, and values routine and structure.
Main Responsibilities
* Perform regular patrols and inspections around the site
* Monitor access and egress points, verifying credentials and ensuring safety compliance
* Respond promptly to security incidents and site emergencies
* Maintain detailed records of daily activities and incidents in line with procedures
* Operate security systems, including CCTV if qualified
* Follow site-specific safety and operating procedures
* Support the enforcement of health and safety policies on-site
Ideal Candidate
* Holds a valid SIA Manned Guarding Licence (essential)
* First Aid qualification (essential)
* CCTV Monitoring (desirable)
* Minimum age 18 (legal requirement for SIA)
* Physically fit with the ability to perform manual tasks and extended periods on patrol
* Confident communicator who can remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations
* Good understanding of written instructions and standard operating procedures
* Holds a full UK driving licence (essential due to site requirements)
* Able to pass 5-year background vetting
What We Offer
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:
* Free secure parking
* Discounted onsite shop
* Free tea and coffee machines
* Climate controlled gatehouse
About Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 45 countries, serving 100 million consumers each day.
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:
* Flexible and dynamic work environment
* Competitive compensation
* Access to ongoing training and development programs
* Countless opportunities to grow within the company
We’re all about creating a better everyday for everyone, so we offer a range of benefits and wellbeing resources to help our people thrive.