Relief Security Officer

Compass Group UK & Ireland; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Development opportunities

Job summary

Compass Group UK & Ireland is seeking Relief Security Officers to join a 24/7 operation, providing cover for annual leave, training, sickness absence and other operational requirements. You will patrol, monitor access and maintain a visible security presence across day and night shifts.

We offer full training, ongoing development, and a reliable, professional team environment. The role offers £16.30 per hour with an average of 42 hours per week on a permanent full-time contract.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Licence required (Door Supervisor or Security Guarding).
• Experience in security, facilities or customer-facing environments preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions.
• Flexible approach to rotating day/night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Providing security cover across day and night shifts.
• Supporting the core Security Officer team and Security Team Leader.
• Conducting regular patrols and maintaining a visible security presence.
• Responding to incidents, emergencies and security concerns professionally.
• Monitoring access and egress points.
• Completing accurate reports and incident documentation.
• Delivering excellent customer service to colleagues, visitors and clients.
• Supporting mobilisation, training and wider operational requirements as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Flexible shifts

Reliability

Education

SIA Licence (Door Supervisor or Security Guarding)

Job description

Pay Rate: £16.30 per hour

Hours: Average 42 hours per week, covering days, nights, holidays and sickness absence

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Join Our Security Team

We are looking for professional, reliable and customer-focused Relief Security Officers to join our growing security team. Working across a 24/7 operation, you will play a vital role in ensuring the site remains safe, secure and fully staffed by providing cover for annual leave, training, sickness absence and other operational requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced security professionals who enjoy variety in their work and can adapt to different shifts and situations while maintaining the highest standards of service.

What You'll Be Doing

• Providing security cover across day and night shifts.
• Supporting the core Security Officer team and Security Team Leader.
• Conducting regular patrols and maintaining a visible security presence.
• Responding to incidents, emergencies and security concerns in a professional manner.
• Monitoring access and egress points.
• Completing accurate reports and incident documentation.
• Delivering excellent customer service to colleagues, visitors and clients.
• Supporting mobilisation, training and wider operational requirements as needed.

What We're Looking For

• A valid SIA Licence (Door Supervisor or Security Guarding).
• Previous experience within a security, facilities or customer-facing environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions.
• Flexible approach to working a rotating shift pattern covering both days and nights.
• Reliable, professional and committed to delivering exceptional service.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive pay of £16.30 per hour.
• Guaranteed average of 42 hours per week.
• Full training and ongoing development opportunities.
• Variety of work across a busy and dynamic operation.
• Opportunity to be part of a supportive and experienced security team.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing contract.

About the Role

These positions form part of a dedicated relief team, providing essential operational resilience across a team of Security Officers and Team Leaders. By covering planned and unplanned absences, you'll play a key role in maintaining service standards while reducing the need for agency and overtime support.

If you're an experienced Security Officer looking for a stable role with excellent earning potential and the opportunity to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.