Port Security Officer – Driver's Licence Required

Carlisle Support Service; Wirral; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Health and Wellbeing Plans

Stream - wage access to earned pay

Full induction and training

Quality kit and uniform

Funded ISPS/Top-up training

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend Scheme

Job summary

Carlisle Support Services is hiring for a security role at Eastham port. You will provide a professional security presence, conduct vehicle and personnel searches, verify access, and respond to incidents. Full training and progression support are offered.

A valid UK driving licence (2+ years) with up to 6 points is required, along with an SIA licence and ISPS course induction. Join a growing team delivering security and facilities support, with ongoing development, pension access after

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence for at least 2 years with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Must be at least 18 years old due to front-line licensable activity.
• Hold a valid SIA Security Guarding or Door Supervisor Licence.
• Ability to provide a 5-year checkable work and address history.
• Willingness to complete the ISPS Code Course during induction.
• Comfortable conducting vehicle, trailer, cab and personnel searches.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions and in a busy port environment.
• Reliable, punctual, flexible and professional in appearance.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide a professional, visible security presence across the port.
• Conduct vehicle searches, primarily HGVs, including driver cabs and cargo areas.
• Conduct driver and visitor searches following site procedures.
• Verify passes, permits and identifications to ensure authorised access.
• Control access and egress points for people and vehicles.
• Perform port-wide security patrols around moving vehicles and equipment.
• Monitor for security breaches and safety concerns, escalating as needed.
• Collaborate with Port Police and Border Force on safety tasks.
• Guide and assist drivers, visitors, contractors, and staff as first contact.
• Manage incidents professionally, maintaining calm under pressure.
• Follow all security procedures and work as part of a team.

Education

SIA Licence

ISPS Code Course

Job description

Carlisle Support Services is hiring for a security role at Eastham port. You will provide a professional security presence, conduct vehicle and personnel searches, verify access, and respond to incidents. Full training and progression support are offered.

A valid UK driving licence (2+ years) with up to 6 points is required, along with an SIA licence and ISPS course induction. Join a growing team delivering security and facilities support, with ongoing development, pension access after