Relief Security Officer

Securitas UK; Southampton; On-site; GBP 38,573,000 - 46,838,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & Development

Mentorship

Brand discounts

Give back schemes

Job summary

Securitas UK is seeking a Relief Security Officer for sites in Southampton and Portsmouth. The role involves providing professional security services, controlling access, and ensuring the safety of people and property. You will uphold our standards of integrity and vigilance on site.

From day one, you’ll receive learning and development opportunities, mentorship, and a range of benefits. A valid SIA licence and UK residency are required, with a UK driving licence and at least two years’ security

Qualifications

• UK National
• Eligible to obtain SC (Security Clearance)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Minimum 2 years’ Security Officer experience
• Ability to adapt quickly, learn new processes, and work in a professional environment
• Flexible to work days, nights, and weekends
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable work/history record
• British nationality and UK residence for last 5 years due to site clearance requirements
• Strong communication skills in English—written and spoken

Responsibilities

• Control access to site and monitor security systems.
• Conduct regular security patrols.
• Manage keys, alarms, CCTV, and site security equipment.
• Issue visitor and contractor passes.
• Complete security logs and incident reports.
• Support traffic and parking management.

Skills

UK National

Adaptability

Teamwork

Flexible shifts

Education

SIA Licence

UK Driving Licence

SC (Security Clearance)

Tools

CCTV & alarms systems

Access control systems

Job description

We’re Hiring: Relief Security Officer

Location: Southampton, Portsmouth

Pay: £14.00 per hour

Hours: 40 hours per week

From day one, you’ll gain access to outstanding Learning and Development opportunities, Mentorship, and a whole load of benefits from big brand discounts to give back schemes!

Grade: 3.2 Relief

To provide a professional Security Officer service in accordance with site assignment instructions and customer requirements, ensuring the safety and security of employees, visitors, property, and assets. The Security Officer will maintain the highest standards of customer service while consistently demonstrating Securitas' core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. The successful Security Officer must obtain a valid SIA licence before commencing operational duties on site and be committed to delivering a safe, secure, and welcoming environment at all times.

To be successful in this Security Officer role, candidates must:

• Be a UK National
• Be eligible to obtain SC (Security Clearance)
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Have a minimum of 2 years’ Security Officer experience
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt quickly, learn new processes, and thrive in a professional security environment

Job Description

You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:

Protection of Property & Premises

• Control access to site and monitor security systems.
• Conduct regular security patrols.
• Manage keys, alarms, CCTV, and site security equipment.
• Issue visitor and contractor passes.
• Complete security logs and incident reports.
• Support traffic and parking management where required.

Health & Safety

• Promote a safe and secure environment for all site users.
• Report hazards, incidents, and unsafe practices.
• Keep emergency routes clear and accessible.
• Respond to emergencies and liaise with the SOC.
• Investigate and report fire alarm activations.
• Support compliance with all health and safety procedures.

The responsibilities listed here aren’t the full picture—but they give you a good sense of the role.

Qualifications

We’re looking for someone who sees a different world—someone who values teamwork, shows initiative, and wants to grow. Ideally, you’ll have:

• Valid SIA Licence
• UK National
• Eligible to obtain SC (Security Clearance)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Minimum 2 years’ Security Officer experience
• Ability to adapt quickly, learn new processes, and work effectively in a professional environment
• Flexible to work days, nights, and weekends
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable work/history record
• Must have held British nationality and resided in the UK for the last 5 years due to site clearance requirements.
• Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken.

Additional Information

See a different world with Securitas UK.

Ready to make a difference?

You're one step closer to joining over 322,000 colleagues worldwide who help make your world a safer place every day.

At Securitas, our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness guide everything we do. We believe in making a clear promise to our people:

• Opportunity – Seeing potential in every person
• People – Putting people at the heart of what we do
• Purpose – Making your world a safer place

So what happens next?

Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully and is here to support you throughout the process. Whatever the outcome, you'll always hear back from us.

Creating spaces for you to belong

We're proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Through our networks, partnerships and celebrations throughout the year, we're building a culture where differences are valued and people can be themselves.

Ready to see a rewarding world?

From day one, you'll have access to a range of benefits, including:

• Employee discounts with leading global and local brands.
• Health and wellbeing support, 24/7 online GP services.
• Pension and financial wellbeing resources and support.
• Life assurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee eligibility to EV Schemes (Subject to graded benefits).