Lead Security Officer

Securitas UK; Dundee; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental plan – helping you keep that SM

Pension scheme

Payroll ISA

Job summary

Securitas UK is seeking a Lead Security Officer in Dundee to lead security operations, deliver excellent customer service, and inspire a diverse team. The role is based on site with 60 hours per week, and a clear path for progression.

From day one you'll access learning and development opportunities, mentorship, and benefits including big-brand discounts and pension schemes as you protect people and property across our client sites.

Qualifications

• SIA licence valid to work in the UK.
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Strong time management and ability to multitask.
• Adaptable and able to work with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all personnel have valid SIA license or LDN and training.
• Coordinate rostering with Operations Support to cover holidays and absences.
• Hold monthly welfare meetings and monitor performance and coaching.
• Ensure security staff appearance and behavior meet policy.
• Develop and share best practices to improve client service.
• Plan and implement staff training, including emergency procedures.

Skills

SIA Licence

UK Work Rights

English Proficiency

Time Management

Adaptability

Education

UK work rights (5-year history)

Job description

Pay: £47500 p/a.

Hours: 60 hours per week - Monday to Friday.

Grade: Site Based

Location: Dundee, UK

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

Are you looking for a fulfilling career where you can make a difference and feel empowered every day?

We’re Hiring: Lead Security Officer

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!

Join our team at Securitas as a Lead Security Officer, where we value diversity and are committed to creating a supportive environment for all our employees.

As a Lead Security Officer, you'll not only protect people and property but also inspire others by breaking barriers and bias in a traditionally male-dominated field. With comprehensive training, flexibility when you need it, and opportunities for advancement, this is your chance to shine and grow.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take your first step into a career in Security. The role is exciting and varied, offering the chance to get involved in a wide range of duties, including searches, emergency response and providing exceptional customer service. You’ll play a key part in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment, with opportunities to develop your skills and progress within the security field.

Step into a role that's not just a job, but a pathway to leadership and empowerment. You'll be a part of a dynamic team where your skills and unique perspectives are celebrated.

Some Benefits of Working With Us

• Dental plan – helping you keep that smile healthy
• Pension scheme – invest in your future
• Payroll ISA – smart, tax‑efficient savings made easy
• And much more! – we’re always looking for ways to support our team

Join us and enjoy a workplace that truly values you!

Responsibilities and Job Description

• Ensures all personnel under their supervision have undertaken the appropriate site training and are in possession of a valid SIA license or LDN to meet industry requirements.
• Liaison with the Operations Support team, in support of rostering and forward planning of all direct reporting Officers ensuring sufficient cover for holidays, sickness, absences etc.
• Monthly welfare meetings completed with all direct reports, proactively monitoring performance, maintaining positive employee relations and ensuring coaching, counselling and any investigations are carried out in line with company policy and procedures as necessary.
• Monitoring and managing the appearance and behaviours of all Security personnel, taking remedial action as appropriate and in line with company policy and procedures.
• Actively encourage staff recognition and staff nominations for awards.
• Assignment Instructions and site documentation kept up to date.
• All incidents are reported in compliance with customer and company policy and procedures.
• Assist the Security Management Team in developing and sharing of “best practice” and use of systems and tools to improve client excellence, service delivery and effectiveness.
• Planning, development and implementing staff training, including both routine duties and emergency procedures.

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

• A valid SIA licence.
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history.
• Excellent communication skills and fluently speak, read, write and understand English.
• Effective time management, able to deliver tasks on time to meet and exceed client expectations.
• Experience with following up on feedback to ensure positive outcomes.Pro‑active approach, confidence to suggest and organise better ways of frugal working.
• Required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
• Demonstrates ability to adapt and quickly learn unfamiliar areas of business.
• Well‑developed interpersonal and influencing skills. Able to negotiate and deal with sensitive and confidential matters with tact and discretion.
• Adaptable and responsive in the face of changes in priorities, plans and schedules.

Additional Information

It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK! You're one step closer to joining a global team of 336,000+ colleagues who help make the world a safer place each and every day.

Here, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, which help guide how we operate and how our people experience work, each and every day! We have a promise too:

• 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

So What You Can Expect

Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully. We know applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help. No matter the outcomes, you will always receive communication from us.

See an inclusive world

We’re proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident employer. If you tell us you have a disability when you apply, and you meet the minimum requirements for the role, our Talent Team will guarantee you an interview.

Through our Employee Networks, the Race at Work Charter, the Armed Forces Covenant and more, our people drive real change. We celebrate diversity all year round with moments like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month – because seeing an inclusive world starts with how we show up every day.

See a rewarding world

We understand the importance of reward and recognition when it comes to our peoples work. From day one you're able to:

• Save More: Exclusive employee big brand discounts through STRIVE, Cycle to Work savings, Specsavers offers and free mortgage advice.
• Look After Your Health: Healthcare cash plans, dental cover plans, 24/7 GP access, mental wellbeing support and online dental advice.
• Plan for Your Future: Pension scheme, Payroll ISA and financial wellbeing resources to help you achieve your goals.
• Peace of Mind: Life assurance and support for you and your family when it matters most.