7 locations: Stanford-le-Hope, Manchester, Cambridge, Telford, London, Macclesfield, City of EdinburghPosted todayFull-time
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Company Description
We’re Hiring: Security Officer!
📍 Location: Stanford-le-Hope, SS17 9LW
💰 Pay: £13.12 per hour
📅 Hours: 42 hours per week: Working 4 on, 4 off nights
🎓 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!
Grade: 3.1 Site Based
See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.
Working for a leading UK energy and logistics provider, the Security Officer will play a key role in protecting employees, property, and operational assets while ensuring the highest standards of safety and security are maintained. The successful candidate will deliver exceptional customer service, demonstrate professionalism at all times, and uphold core values of integrity, vigilance, and helpfulness🛡️
Key responsibilities as a Security Officer will include, monitoring CCTV and alarm systems, conducting internal and external site patrols, controlling access to the premises, and managing vehicle movements and parking restrictions. The role also involves carrying out routine security equipment checks, managing keys and locking procedures, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring all site security procedures are followed in line with operational requirements.
This isn’t just another job. It’s your opportunity to step into a role as a Security Officer where your potential is recognised, your contribution is valued, and your progress is supported every step of the way✨
Additional benefits:🌟
Clear pathways from apprenticeships to leadership programs
Competitive, equitable compensation and benefits
Job Description
Responsibilities
You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:
Prevent and deter unauthorised access to site. Monitor fire alarms, intruder alarms and CCTV as appropriate
Conduct external and internal security patrols as detailed in the Assignment Instructions
Carry out routine tests of security equipment where appropriate
Manage keys and perform locking and unlocking duties as detailed in the Assignment Instructions
Maintain all logbooks and records as detailed in the Assignment Instructions
Issue visitor/contractor passes in accordance with the Assignment Instructions
Provide support, guidance and information to all staff, visitors and contractors whilst ensuring safeguarding of the premises
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
A valid driving licence
Flexibility to work nights
The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history
Ability to stand of long periods of time
Ability to multi task
Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken
Additional Information
See a different world with Securitas UK
Ready to make a difference? You're one step closer to joining over 322,000 colleagues worldwide who help make your world a safer place every day.
At Securitas, our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness guide everything we do. We believe in making a clear promise to our people:
Opportunity – Seeing potential in every person
People – Putting people at the heart of what we do
Purpose – Making your world a safer place
So what happens next?
Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully and is here to support you throughout the process. Whatever the outcome, you'll always hear back from us.
Creating spaces for you to belong
We're proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Through our networks, partnerships and celebrations throughout the year, we're building a culture where differences are valued and people can be themselves.
Ready to see a rewarding world?
From day one, you'll have access to a range of benefits, including:
Employee discounts with leading global and local brands.
Health and wellbeing support, 24/7 online GP services.
Pension and financial wellbeing resources and support.
Life assurance for added peace of mind.
Employee eligibility to EV Schemes (Subject to graded benefits).
Keen to take the next step...
Join a team that values your contribution, supports your growth and helps you build a rewarding career.
Click "I'm Interested" and start seeing a different world with Securitas UK.
Pay Rate (UK): Hourly
Compensation: up to GBP 13.12 - hourly