Relief Security Officer

Sodexo; Leven; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Uniform provided

Job summary

Sodexo in Leven (Diageo Leven site) is seeking a Relief Security Officer to help protect people, premises and property. You will provide flexible security cover across day and night shifts, with patrols and access control, supporting incident response and handovers.

You must hold a valid frontline SIA licence, first aid, and a driving licence with minimal points; the role requires calm decision-making, good communication, and flexibility to work a rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• Frontline SIA licence is required.
• First aid qualification is required.
• Full driving licence with ≤6 points.
• Knowledge of basic security operations and procedures.
• Ability to work day and night shifts with a rotating rota.
• BS7858 vetting will be completed.

Responsibilities

• Provide flexible security cover across day and night shifts.
• Carry out patrols and report security risks or suspicious activity.
• Support access control and ensure visitors and contractors follow site procedures.
• Respond calmly and effectively to incidents and emergencies.
• Maintain accurate records and provide clear shift handovers.
• Work with the Security Manager and colleagues to maintain site security standards.

Skills

SIA Licence

First Aid

Driving Licence

Security Procedures

Communication Skills

Calm under Pressure

Flexibility

Job description

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Location: Diageo Leven, Windygates Road, Leven, Fife, KY8 5HD
Working Hours: Average 48 hours per week
Hourly Rate: £13.95
Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time
Shift Pattern: An average of four shifts per week, covering days and nights with no fixed working pattern. Day shifts: 06:00-18:00. Night shifts: 18:00-06:00.

Job Introduction

As a Relief Security Officer at Sodexo, based at Diageo Leven, you'll help protect our client's people, premises and property. Your flexible approach and knowledge of security procedures will help maintain a safe and secure environment for colleagues, contractors and visitors.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

Role Responsibility

Provide flexible security cover across day and night shifts.

Carry out patrols, identifying and reporting security risks or suspicious activity.

Support access control and ensure visitors and contractors follow site procedures.

Respond calmly and effectively to incidents and emergencies.

Maintain accurate records and provide clear shift handovers.

Work with the Security Manager and colleagues to maintain site security standards.

The Ideal Candidate

A valid frontline SIA licence.

A valid first aid qualification.

A valid driving licence with no more than six penalty points.

Knowledge of basic security operations and procedures.

Flexibility to work a varying rota, including days and nights.

The ability to remain calm and respond effectively in an emergency.

Good communication skills and attention to detail.

Computer skills are desirable.

Appointment is subject to successful completion of vetting to BS7858 standard.

Site-specific benefits include

Free on-site parking.

Uniform provided.

What We Offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you. You'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

Flexible and dynamic work environment

Competitive compensation

Access to ongoing training and development programs

Countless opportunities to grow within the company

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. We believe in equal opportunities, and we're committed to creating an inclusive and respectful culture where everyone feels they belong. We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing lives for the better - and our ambition is to positively impact one billion people.