Mobile Area Court Security Officer (Multi-Site)

OCS; Crawley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed 40 hours per week

Overtime at enhanced rates

Travel and mileage support

Funded training and development

Courts & Tribunals Service team

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking an Area Relief Officer to maintain a safe, secure and welcoming environment across multiple court and tribunal sites in the Crawley area. You will oversee access control, monitor activity and respond to incidents, ensuring service users and staff are supported professionally.

This daytime, 40-hour-per-week role involves working across sites with occasional travel; a valid SIA licence, enhanced DBS clearance, Right to Work in the UK and a driving licence are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have Right to Work in the UK and ability to pass enhanced DBS and BS7858 security clearance.
• A valid SIA Licence and relevant security experience.
• Full UK driving licence and use of own vehicle.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Professional, reliable and detail‑focused approach.
• Ability to work across multiple locations and adapt to changing priorities.
• Good understanding of security procedures and health & safety practices.
• Ability to remain calm and respond effectively in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Flexibility to support multiple sites within a defined area.
• Provide a professional, welcoming and customer‑focused service to all court users.
• Control access to buildings, ensuring security procedures are followed at all times.
• Operate security equipment including CCTV, x‑ray machines and handheld metal detectors.
• Conduct searches in line with site procedures.
• Patrol public and restricted areas, maintaining regular communication with control points.
• Respond promptly and effectively to alarms, incidents and security concerns.
• Accurately record and report all incidents and activities.
• Support safe and secure movement of people within the building.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism and compliance at all times.

Skills

SIA Licence

Security experience

Driving licence

Communication

Customer service

Calm under pressure

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking an Area Relief Officer to maintain a safe, secure and welcoming environment across multiple court and tribunal sites in the Crawley area. You will oversee access control, monitor activity and respond to incidents, ensuring service users and staff are supported professionally.

This daytime, 40-hour-per-week role involves working across sites with occasional travel; a valid SIA licence, enhanced DBS clearance, Right to Work in the UK and a driving licence are essential.