DC Security Officer

B&M Retail Limited; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts in-store

Benefits with partners

Job summary

B&M Retail Limited is seeking a dedicated Security Officer at our Bedford Distribution Centre. The role runs a 36-hour fixed pattern on Sunday to Tuesday nights, 19:00–07:00, safeguarding staff, assets and operations.

You’ll manage site access, log incidents with clarity, and perform regular patrols and audits while collaborating with an experienced team. An SIA licence is desirable but not essential; Excel literacy is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar security role.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Understanding of Data Protection and Health & Safety.

Responsibilities

• Manage and control all access to the site.
• Booking vehicles in and out.
• Write accurate and timely incident reports.
• Conduct vehicle and colleague searches.
• Respond quickly to security incidents.
• Carry out daily and weekly patrols.
• Carry out audits (daily/weekly).
• Engage in physical duties as required.

Skills

Experience in a security role

Strong written communication

Resilience

Team player

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated Security Officer to join our team at our Bedford Distribution Centre, working a 36-hour fixed shift pattern / Sunday - Tuesday Nights 19:00 - 07:00. If you’re passionate about safety, security, and maintaining high standards, this could be the role for you!

As a Distribution Security Officer, you’ll play a key part in safeguarding our people, assets, and operations. The role can be challenging, but it’s also highly rewarding and offers great support from an experienced team. We’re looking for someone who is vigilant, assertive, resilient, and a helpful team player with a genuine interest in security.

The key Responsibilities are:

• Managing and controlling all access to the site
• Booking vehicles in and out
• Writing accurate and timely incident reports
• Conducting vehicle and colleague searches
• Responding quickly to security incidents
• Completing regular internal and external patrols
• Carrying out daily and weekly audits
• Engaging in physical duties as required

We’d love to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:

• Experience in a similar security role
• Strong written communication skills
• Confidence using Microsoft Excel
• Understanding of Data Protection and Health & Safety
• Experience in conflict management and incident reporting
• A resilient, professional approach when dealing with challenging situations
• An SIA Licence is desirable, but not essential

Why Join B&M?

B&M is one of the UK’s fastest growing retailers, and with our continued expansion, there’s never been a better time to join us. With over 3 million shoppers each week, we’re known for offering Big Brands at Sensational Prices and we’re equally committed to supporting and developing our colleagues.

We offer a competitive benefits package, including discounts in-store and with a wide range of retail and hospitality partners. Check out our full benefits here - Our B&M Benefits - B&M Careers

If you're vigilant, proactive, and ready to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you …

B&M are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all colleagues.