Distribution Centre Security Officer

Lodge Security; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Lodge Security is seeking a Distribution Centre Security Officer to be on-site at Eastleigh, working with Travis Perkins to safeguard people, premises and assets within a fast-paced logistics setting.

The role requires vigilance, operational discipline and clear communication; the successful candidate will have an SIA licence and experience in security operations, with a focus on access control, patrols and incident reporting. This is a full-time, permanent position based in the UK.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA licence (Security Guarding or Door Supervisor).
• Experience in security operations, physical security, or gatehouse management.
• Strong background in loss prevention and asset protection.
• Experience with incident reporting and health & safety compliance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with conflict de-escalation skills.
• Current right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not available).

Responsibilities

• Manage access control points and gatehouse duties for staff, visitors and vehicles.
• Conduct routine searches to deter theft and support shrinkage control.
• Perform perimeter and static security patrols to identify vulnerabilities and maintain site integrity.
• Respond to alarms, security breaches and emergencies per procedures.
• Maintain detailed incident logs and reports on security events and safety matters.

Skills

SIA licence

Gatehouse management

Loss prevention

Incident reporting

Clear communication

Right to work in UK

Job description

Are you an experienced security professional who takes pride in safeguarding critical supply chain operations?

Lodge Security is looking for a dedicated Distribution Centre Security Officer to join our team on-site in Eastleigh. Working in partnership with Travis Perkins, you will play an essential role in protecting people, premises, and valuable assets across a busy, fast-paced logistics environment. This is a full-time, permanent position designed for someone who thrives on vigilance, operational discipline, and clear communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage access control points, conduct gatehouse duties, and oversee the secure entry and exit of staff, visitors, and commercial vehicles.
• Carry out routine searches to deter theft and actively support shrinkage control across the distribution centre.
• Conduct regular perimeter and static security patrols to identify vulnerabilities, deter unauthorised access, and maintain site integrity.
• Respond promptly to on-site alarms, security breaches, and emergency situations in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain accurate operational logs and complete detailed incident reports covering security events, health and safety matters, and accidents.

Required Skills & Experience

• A valid SIA licence (Security Guarding or Door Supervisor).
• Proven experience working in security operations, physical security, or gatehouse management.
• Strong background in loss prevention, asset protection, and conducting systematic personnel and vehicle searches.
• Sound knowledge of incident response procedures, reporting standards, and health and safety compliance.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills with a professional approach to conflict de-escalation.
• Current right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available for this role).

Nice-to-have

• Prior experience operating in a distribution centre, warehouse, or logistics security setting.
• Familiarity with CCTV monitoring, control room tasks, and surveillance logging.
• Experience with alarm response protocols.

Why Join

By joining Lodge Security on-site at Travis Perkins, you become a core protector of an active distribution hub where your vigilance directly impacts everyday supply chain safety. You will work within an established security team focused on operational standards, asset protection, and safety compliance, providing essential, reliable security cover for a vital distribution operation.

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 they found it.
• Dynamic: Open to innovation and new technology, thinking outside of the box to deliver a truly solution-led service.