Adhoc Retail Security Officer – Southend

Lodge Service; Southend-on-Sea; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & career paths

Pay before payday option

Pension scheme

28 days holiday

Uniform provided

Body worn cameras

Discounts portal

24/7 doctor & counselling

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Lodge Service is seeking a Security Officer to join its AdHoc team, offering flexible working across a range of retail clients including Boots, bp, Next, Nike, Footlocker and Cineworld. The role emphasizes professionalism, customer service, and safety, with pay rates depending on the client from £12.71 to £16.00 per hour.

A strong emphasis on human-centric, solution-led service in a dynamic retail environment.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA License.
• UK right to work with a 5-year history.
• Customer service skills.
• Smart appearance.
• Ability to follow procedures.
• Calm under pressure.
• Retail security experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Protect staff, stock & customers.
• Prevent theft.
• Partner with store management teams.
• Deliver professionalism and customer service.
• Use ASCONE for shoplifting prevention.
• Ensure safety of employees and customers.
• Visible deterrent presence.

Skills

SIA License

Customer service

Smart appearance

Calm under pressure

Follow procedures

Retail security experience

Job description

Why Lodge:

Lodge are a bold, ambitious Security company growing at pace. A human centric – solution led business where people and tech merge to offer holistic and innovative solutions to our clients and teams. Boasting a 100+ year heritage, Lodge offers the values and community of a (4th generation) family run organisation with the mindset and vision of a tech start up; and being independently owned and managed means we can respond and act with agility. We promote a collaborative, inclusive and dynamic working environment which provides real scope for growth and development to our team members.

• As part of the Lodge Security AdHoc team you will be required to have full working flexibility.
• The capacity of our AdHoc team will be carefully reviewed on a consistent basis to ensure that work will be available to those who want it.
• You will be expected to work across a range of retail clients including but not limited to Boots, bp, Next, Nike, Footlocker, Cineworld.
• Work will carry variable pay rates depending on the clients, ranging from £12.71 to £16.00.

Our Values:

This role brings our values to life through everyday actions, decisions, and the way people are treated and supported.

• Human:Client focused & considerate to colleagues and strives for best outcomes for all parties
• United:Shares information freely, communicates well, and understands the positive impact of a connected, in-tune team
• Grounded:Compliance leads decision making and takes pride in leaving projects better than it found it
• Dynamic:Open to innovation and new technology, thinking outside of the box to deliver a truly solution-led service

Security Officer Role:

• Protect staff, stock & customers
• Prevent theft
• Partner with store management teams
• Deliver professionalism and customer service
• Use ASCONE for shoplifting prevention
• Ensure safety of employees and Customers
• Visible deterrent presence

Requirements:

• Valid SIA License
• UK right to work & 5-year history
• Customer service skills
• Smart appearance
• Ability to follow procedures
• Calm under pressure
• Retail security experience is preferred

We Offer:

• Training & career paths
• Financial Support – Ability to access your pay before payday
• Pension scheme
• 28 days holiday
• Uniform & Body Worn Videos
• Benefits portal Retail, dining and gym discounts
• 24/7 Doctor on Line & Counselling services
• Wellbeing Support

Inclusive culture | Disability Confident Employer

Please note: Due to the high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will receive a response.