Dynamic Mobile Retail Security Officer for Multi Store

OCS; Arbroath; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Award-winning employer

Digital learning

Retail perks (Hapi app)

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking professional Mobile Retail Security Officers to support multiple supermarket locations across the UK. You will be a visible deterrent, protect people and stock, while delivering excellent customer service as a mobile officer.

Flexibility is essential as you will cover different stores, respond to incidents, and travel between sites to support wider security operations. The role requires SIA licensing and UK driving capabilities.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK and ability to pass enhanced DBS and BS7858 clearance.
• SIA Licence (DS or Security Guarding) with relevant security experience.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Experience in retail security or customer-facing roles preferred.
• Strong observation and decision-making skills; excellent communication.
• Flexible to work across multiple locations and shifts; evenings/weekends/bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high-profile security presence to deter theft and incidents.
• Conduct regular patrols of shop floors, entrances, and perimeters.
• Monitor CCTV and identify suspicious activity in real time.
• Respond quickly to incidents, alarms, and emergencies.
• Carry out searches in line with policy and law.
• Liaise with store management to address risks and support loss prevention.
• Produce clear incident reports in a timely manner.
• Deliver professional customer service and assist queries.
• De-escalate confrontations safely and calmly.
• Ensure health & safety and client procedures compliance.
• Travel between sites and support wider security operations.

Skills

Right to work in the UK

DBS and BS7858 clearance

SIA Licence (DS or Security Guarding)

Full UK driving licence

Retail security experience

Strong observation & decision making

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility across locations

Customer-facing focus

Calm under pressure

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking professional Mobile Retail Security Officers to support multiple supermarket locations across the UK. You will be a visible deterrent, protect people and stock, while delivering excellent customer service as a mobile officer.

Flexibility is essential as you will cover different stores, respond to incidents, and travel between sites to support wider security operations. The role requires SIA licensing and UK driving capabilities.