Control Room Security Officer

Securitas; Reading; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security company in Reading is seeking a Security Control Room Operator to ensure the safety of people, property, and information. Key responsibilities include conducting patrols, assisting staff and visitors, and maintaining incident records. A valid SIA licence and strong communication skills in English are essential. This is a full-time position with opportunities for career growth and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Access to discounts on retailers and services

Health and dental plans

Pension Plan

Death in Service Benefit

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a Security Control room using CCTV systems.
• Flexibility to work days, nights and weekends.
• Strong communication skills in English both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming and assisting staff, visitors, and contractors.
• Conducting regular safety and security patrols.
• Ensuring compliance with regulations and procedures.
• Supporting emergency protocols including evacuations and searches.
• Accurate record-keeping of all activity and handovers.

Skills

CCTV

Customer Service

Communication skills

Computer Skills

Military Experience

Law Enforcement

Security

Education

Valid SIA licence

CCTV valid licence

Job description

Responsibilities

Youll play a vital part in keeping people property and information safe. That includes :

• Welcoming and assisting staff visitors and contractors.
• Conducting regular safety and security patrols.
• Ensuring compliance with regulations and procedures.
• Supporting emergency protocols including evacuations and searches.
• Keeping vigilant reporting incidents and preventing disruption.
• Accurately maintaining records of all activity and handovers.

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 :

• A valid SIA licence.
• Team Player good communicator experience in a control room.
• Ideally 1 year experience in a Security Control room using CCTV systems.
• CCTV valid licence MUST HOLD.
• 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.

Why Join Securitas

We have a promise to our people – a People Promise where opportunity, people and purpose play a vital role in our day to day!

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 believe in your future, not just your past. At Securitas you’ll find a career built on trust, respect and progress.

Additional Information

Its great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK!

Join our global team of 375,000 colleagues and help make the world a safer place.

At Securitas 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.

What You Can Expect

Our Recruitment Team reviews every application carefully. Applying can feel daunting but we’re here to support you. Just email us if you need help.

Diversity & Inclusion – Be Yourself

We are an inclusive employer proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status (guaranteeing interviews for eligible candidates) and recognition as an inclusive employer. We support equality through Employee Networks, the Race at Work Charter and the Armed Forces Covenant. We also celebrate diversity with events such as BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.

Your Benefits

• Pluxxe – Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending to suit your shopping habits.
• Epassi – Save up to 25% on membership at thousands of gyms, leisure centres, yoga studios, bootcamps and more.
• Dental Plans – A range of plans providing support and providing cash back towards everyday dental costs such as dental examinations, X‑rays and treatment.
• HSF Health Plan – Range of healthcare cash plans at highly discounted rates, providing families with peace of mind by getting cash back on everyday medical costs such as dental check‑ups, contact lenses and acupuncture and by covering unexpected costs.
• Cycle to Work – A super cost‑effective way of getting a brand new bike, cycling equipment or both. Save up to 42% of the usual cost and spread the cost over several months from your salary.
• Specsavers – Save money on eye tests and when purchasing spectacles.
• WeCare – A 24/7 online GP mental health support service, get fit programme and more.
• Toothfairy – Online access to advice and guidance from real UK Dentists.
• Pension Plan – Plan for your financial future by building up a benefit in the Securitas Pension Plan, with the benefit of employer contribution plus tax relief on your contributions.
• My Future Now – Transfer other pension savings into your workplace pension.
• Payroll ISA – An ISA savings account is a great way to meet your longer‑term personal financial goals.
• Free Mortgage Advice
• Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub
• Death in Service Benefit – Permanent employees are automatically covered for Life Assurance, which would provide a lump sum benefit to your beneficiaries in the unfortunate event of death in service whilst employed by Securitas.

Take the Next Step

Join a team that values you. Click “I’m Interested” and start your career with Securitas UK today.

See a different world.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full‑time

Key Skills

CCTV, Customer Service, Communication skills, Computer Skills, ICD Coding, Military Experience, Law Enforcement, NIST Standards, Security, DoD Experience, RMF, Writing Skills

Experience

years

Vacancy

1