Dedicated Security Officer

Securitas UK; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services provider in Grimsby is hiring for the position of Dedicated Security Officer. This role involves ensuring safety and security, conducting site patrols, and assisting visitors. Candidates should possess a valid SIA licence, experience in security, and British nationality with UK residency for at least 5 years. The position offers a pay of £12.94 per hour and access to great benefits including health plans and discounts.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Learning and Development opportunities

Health Plan

Pension Plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Death in Service Benefit

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends.
• British nationality and residency for the past 5 years (due to site requirements).
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history.

Responsibilities

• Meet, greet and assist visitors/staff/contractors.
• Carry out regular site patrols.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations.
• Assist in emergencies and conduct staff searches where required.
• Maintain accurate logs/records of all visitors, staff, contractors, activities and incidents.
• Ensure thorough handover after each shift.

Skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Strong communication skills in English

Education

Valid SIA licence (DS licence)

1+ year security experience

Job description

Company Description

We’re Hiring: Dedicated Security Officer!

Location: Grimsby

Pay: £12.94 per hour

Hours: 42 hours a week: Days, nights & weekends

✅Benefits: Free on‑site parking.

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: 3.2 Relief

See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.

As a Dedicated Security Officer at Securitas, you’ll do more than protect what’s important—you’ll empower people to thrive. Your presence will make others feel safe, welcome, and supported.

Whether you’re patrolling key areas, managing gatehouse duties, or being the friendly face clients rely on, as a Dedicated Security Officer you’ll be an essential part of something bigger. Working on behalf of one of the world’s leading aerospace and defence organisations, every shift is a new chance to learn, grow, and make a difference.

Due to the nature of the site, an additional level of security clearance is required. Therefore, applicants must be a British National and have lived in the UK for at least 5 years. This is essential to meet the specific security requirements of the role.

This isn’t just another job. It’s your opportunity to step into a role as a Dedicated Security Officer where your potential is recognised, your contribution is valued, and your progress is supported every step of the way.

Responsibilities

You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:

• Meet, greet and assist visitors/staff/contractors
• Carry out regular site patrols, focusing on health & safety and security
• Ensuring compliance with government regulations
• Assist in an emergency i.e. site evacuation and conduct staff searches where required
• Always maintain an alert and vigilant approach, to ascertain any potential threats or changes within the work environment and take the appropriate steps to reduce disruption, loss or damage
• Maintain accurate logs/records of all visitors, staff, contractors, couriers, activities and incidents
• Ensure that there is a thorough handover after each shift between Security personnel

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 (DS licence)
• 1+ year security experience
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends.
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history.
• British nationality and UK residency for the past 5 years (due to site requirements).
• Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken.

Additional Information

It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK! Join our global team of 366,000+ 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 like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.

Your Benefits

• STRIVE– 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.
• Dental Plans - A range of plans providing support, 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.
• 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.