Protective Service Officer

Securitas; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security firm seeks a Protective Service Officer in Scotland. This role includes short-term deployments to ensure client asset protection across various locations. Candidates must hold a valid SIA licence and have a driving licence, with strong communication and professionalism skills required. The position offers varied shifts, training, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate plus expenses paid

Career growth and development opportunities

Full training and uniform provided

Qualifications

• Must have access to own vehicle.
• Must be a British Citizen by birth or have held a British passport for at least 5 years.
• Must be able to obtain SC (Security Clearance).

Responsibilities

• Maintain a secure environment for client properties, equipment, and personnel.
• Travel between multiple sites to provide dynamic and rapid-response security.
• Operate security systems (CCTV, alarms, access control).
• React effectively to emergencies and liaise with relevant services.
• Implement site-specific security measures, visitor management, and ID checks.
• Engage with staff, visitors, and contractors with professionalism.

Skills

Strong communication

Observational skills

Decision-making skills

Professionalism

Integrity

Reliability

Education

Valid SIA Licence

Full UK Driving Licence

5-year checkable work history

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Protective Service Officer – £14.50ph – 42 Hours per Week
Covering Scotstoun, Govan, Bishopton, and Hillend (as required)

What We Offer:

Competitive hourly rate of £14.50 plus expenses paid
42 hours per week on a varied shift pattern (days, nights, weekends)
Career growth and development opportunities
Supportive and professional team environment
Full training and uniform provided
Exciting deployments and short-notice operations for those who thrive under pressure

Your Role:

As a Protective Service Officer in our Response Team, you'll be part of a dynamic unit based Scotland. Your role includes short-term deployments (typically 2–4 nights) to protect client assets across the UK and abroad, often at short notice. You'll also provide resilience at sites including Scotstoun, Govan, Bishopton, and Hillend, ensuring constant protection and peace of mind for our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Asset Protection: Maintain a secure environment for client properties, equipment, and personnel.

Mobile Protection: Travel between multiple sites to provide dynamic and rapid-response security.

Surveillance & Monitoring: Operate security systems (CCTV, alarms, access control).

Incident & Emergency Response: React effectively to emergencies, liaising with relevant services.

Enforcement of Protocols: Implement site-specific security measures, visitor management, and ID checks.

Stakeholder Support: Engage with staff, visitors, and contractors with professionalism.

Professional Conduct: Maintain a smart appearance and represent the client with integrity.

Job Description

Protective Service Officer – £14.50ph – 42 Hours per Week
Covering Scotstoun, Govan, Bishopton, and Hillend (as required)

What We Offer:

Competitive hourly rate of £14.50 plus expenses paid
42 hours per week on a varied shift pattern (days, nights, weekends)
Career growth and development opportunities
Supportive and professional team environment
Full training and uniform provided
Exciting deployments and short-notice operations for those who thrive under pressure

Your Role:

As a Protective Service Officer in our Response Team, you'll be part of a dynamic unit based Scotland. Your role includes short-term deployments (typically 2–4 nights) to protect client assets across the UK and abroad, often at short notice. You'll also provide resilience at sites including Scotstoun, Govan, Bishopton, and Hillend, ensuring constant protection and peace of mind for our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Asset Protection: Maintain a secure environment for client properties, equipment, and personnel.

• Mobile Protection: Travel between multiple sites to provide dynamic and rapid-response security.

• Surveillance & Monitoring: Operate security systems (CCTV, alarms, access control).

• Incident & Emergency Response: React effectively to emergencies, liaising with relevant services.

• Enforcement of Protocols: Implement site-specific security measures, visitor management, and ID checks.

• Stakeholder Support: Engage with staff, visitors, and contractors with professionalism.

• Professional Conduct: Maintain a smart appearance and represent the client with integrity.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• Valid SIA Licence (Essential)

• Full UK Driving Licence with access to own vehicle (Essential)

• Must be a British Citizen by birth or have held a British passport for at least 5 years

• Must be able to obtain SC (Security Clearance)

• 5-year checkable work history

• Previous experience in security or protective services (Preferred)

• Strong communication, observational, and decision-making skills

• High level of professionalism, integrity, and reliability

• Able to work flexible hours including days, nights, and weekends