Mobile Security Officer (Canning Town)

Forcefield; London Borough of Newham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Mobile phone for use on duty

SIA licence renewals

Wellbeing support

Health cash plan

Pension options

Cycle-to-work

Electric vehicle options

Social events

Job summary

The Keyholding Company is seeking a Mobile Security Officer (Car) for night shifts (4 on / 4 off, 19:00-07:00) in the Canning Town area. You will patrol, respond to alarms, and ensure client sites remain secure and compliant, spending most shifts on the road starting from a local base.

You'll work with a team to deliver a technology-enabled security service, maintain logs, and uphold high standards of professionalism while building client relationships across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Professional, reliable and proactive approach
• Experience in mobile security, keyholding or alarm response
• Experience using incident reporting or workforce systems
• Flexibility to work weekends and bank holidays

Responsibilities

• Respond to alarm activations and emergency call-outs
• Carry out proactive mobile patrols across client sites
• Manage lock/unlock services and property inspections
• Take ownership of client keys and access systems
• Support site surveys and onboarding of new client locations
• Perform daily vehicle and equipment checks
• Produce clear incident reports and keep records
• Represent TKC professionally in client interactions
• Collaborate with team to improve service delivery
• Assist with fleet maintenance and equipment readiness
• Coordinate with internal teams to resolve queries and implement improvements
• Support rollout of new tools and technology

Job description

Join the UK’s leading Keyholding and Alarm Response team!

Are you a reliable and proactive security professional who enjoys being out on the road? The Keyholding Company, the UK’s number one keyholding and alarm response specialist, is looking for Mobile Security Officers to join our growing operations team in Canning Town.

We’re transforming the security industry through innovative thinking and bespoke technology, and we want you to be part of that journey.

The role at a glance:

• Position: Mobile Security Officer (Car) – Nights
• Shift pattern: 4 on / 4 off – Nights only (19:00-07:00)
• Salary: £13.78 per hour

What you’ll be doing:

As a Mobile Security Officer, you’ll be at the heart of our frontline operations! Responding to alarms, carrying out patrols, and ensuring our clients’ sites remain safe, secure, and compliant.

No two days are the same. You’ll work across multiple locations, build strong relationships with clients, and play a key role in delivering a high-quality, technology-enabled security service. You’ll spend most of your time on the road, starting each shift from your local base.

What’s in it for you:

• Company vehicle, fuel card and mobile phone for use whilst on duty
• Company-funded SIA licence renewals, plus ongoing training and development to support your career growth
• Access to wellbeing support, including our Employee Assistance Programme, discounted gym membership and free financial coaching tools
• A voluntary health cash plan from £1 per week, covering you and your family, plus additional everyday perks
• Salary sacrifice schemes including pension, cycle-to-work and electric vehicle options
• Regular social events, team days and a supportive team environment

What your day will look like:

• Responding quickly and effectively to alarm activations and emergency call-outs
• Carrying out proactive mobile patrols across a range of client sites to maintain security and visibility
• Managing lock/unlock services, vacant property inspections and access requests with precision
• Taking full ownership of client keys and access systems, ensuring strict control and accountability
• Supporting site surveys and playing a part in setting up new client locations
• Completing daily vehicle and equipment checks to ensure you’re always operationally ready
• Producing clear, accurate incident reports and maintaining detailed operational records
• Representing TKC professionally at all times during client interactions and site visits
• Working closely with your team to create a positive, supportive and high-performing environment
• Supporting the upkeep of fleet, equipment and overall operational readiness
• Collaborating with internal teams to resolve client queries and improve service delivery
• Contributing to continuous improvements, including the rollout of new tools and technology

What we’re looking for:

• Full UK manual driving licence
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively
• Professional, reliable and proactive approach
• Previous experience in mobile security, keyholding or alarm response
• Experience using incident reporting or workforce systems
• Flexibility to work weekends and bank holidays as part of the rota

At TKC, we value diversity and inclusivity. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and can thrive. As part of our team, you'll enjoy a supportive environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a real difference.

We are keen to hear from candidates from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences and are excited about learning from you, as much as we know you can learn from us.