Casual Security Officer

OCS; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Award‑winning employer

Digital learning

Retail discounts

Flexible pay access (Wagestream)

Professional growth

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a flexible security officer to cover sickness and holidays on an ad hoc basis across designated areas in the UK. You will perform patrols, monitor access, and respond to incidents, ensuring safety and a professional presence at all times.

The role requires an SIA licence, vigilance, and strong communication skills, with shifts including weekends and public holidays. A customer-focused approach and fitness for patrols are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA licence is required.
• Excellent observational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to stay calm and act decisively under pressure.
• Flexible availability including weekends, evenings and holidays.
• Physically fit for patrols and responding to incidents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular patrols of assigned premises to deter intrusion and detect unusual activity.
• Monitor and control access to ensure only authorised entry.
• Respond promptly to alarms, emergencies, and incidents and mitigate risks.
• Prepare detailed incident reports logging security-related activities.
• Maintain a visible professional presence to reassure clients and the public.
• Operate CCTV and other surveillance equipment as required.
• Provide excellent customer service while enforcing policies.
• Liaise with emergency services and authorities as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

SIA licence

Vigilance

Customer service

Decision making under pressure

Tools

CCTV operation

Access control

Job description

About The Role

Covering sickness and holidays on an ad hoc basis. This is a flexible worker role, covering various shifts around a designated area. Typically shifts available are Monday - Friday to cover sickness and absence. Shift times will vary depending on the location that requires covering at the time. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of our clients, their premises, and the public. This role requires vigilance, excellent communication skills, and the ability to respond promptly and effectively to security incidents.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular patrols of assigned premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion or unusual activity.
• Monitor and control access points to ensure only authorized personnel are allowed entry.
• Respond promptly to alarms, emergencies, and incidents, taking appropriate action to mitigate risks.
• Prepare detailed and accurate incident reports, logging all security-related activities and occurrences.
• Maintain a visible and professional presence to deter unauthorized activity and reassure clients and the public.
• Operate and monitor surveillance equipment, including CCTV systems, as required.
• Provide excellent customer service while enforcing security policies and procedures.
• Liaise with emergency services, law enforcement, and other stakeholders as needed.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a security role is preferred but not essential.
• Valid Security Industry Authority (SIA) licence.
• Excellent observational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Good physical fitness to perform patrols and respond to incidents effectively.
• Flexible availability, including weekends, evenings, and public holidays.
• A professional and customer-focused approach to work.

About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

Why Work for OCS

• Award-Winning Employer: Ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025 — we value and motivate our people.
• Digital Learning: The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career.
• Retail Perks: With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources.
• Professional Growth: 600+ live learners across UK&I — Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications!
• Flexible Pay: Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific)

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.