Relief Security Officer

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; West of England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Health & wellbeing support

Pension

Life assurance

EV schemes

Job summary

Securitas UK in Bristol is seeking a Relief Security Officer to cover a variety of sites within a designated area. You will protect people, property and assets while delivering excellent customer service and adhering to site-specific instructions.

Role involves patrols, access control, CCTV monitoring and incident reporting. A valid SIA licence, UK driving licence, and strong English communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guarding Licence
• UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle
• Previous corporate security experience preferred
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Professional appearance and attitude
• Strong attention to detail and observational skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
• Flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, and public holidays

Responsibilities

• Welcoming and assisting staff, visitors, and contractors.
• Conducting regular safety and security patrols.
• Ensuring compliance with regulations and procedures.
• Supporting emergency protocols, including evacuations and searches.
• Keeping vigilant, reporting incidents, and preventing disruption.
• Accurately maintaining records of all activity and handovers.
• Provide a visible security presence across the site
• Conduct regular foot patrols
• Monitor CCTV systems and security alarms
• Manage access control and visitor sign-in procedures
• Respond to incidents and emergencies professionally
• Complete accurate incident and shift reports
• Assist employees, contractors, and visitors
• Ensure all health, safety, and security procedures are followed at all times

Skills

SIA Licence

UK Driving Licence

Corporate security experience

Right to work (5-year history)

English communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Professional appearance

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Reliability & punctuality

Independent worker

Flexible shifts

Job description

Location: Bristol, BS32 4QH
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Hours: Various shifts including days, nights, and weekends (average 36 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!

See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.

As a Relief Security Officer, you will provide security services across a variety of sites within a designated geographical area as required. The Relief Security Officer will be responsible for protecting employees, property, and assets in line with Assignment Instructions and site-specific customer requirements, while delivering exceptional customer service. The Relief Security Officer will consistently demonstrate Securitas' core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness and must hold a valid SIA licence before commencing operational duties.

Job Description

Responsibilities

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

• Welcoming and assisting staff, visitors, and contractors.
• Conducting regular safety and security patrols.
• Ensuring compliance with regulations and procedures.
• Supporting emergency protocols, including evacuations and searches.
• Keeping vigilant, reporting incidents, and preventing disruption.
• Accurately maintaining records of all activity and handovers.
• Provide a visible security presence across the site
• Conduct regular foot patrols
• Monitor CCTV systems and security alarms
• Manage access control and visitor sign-in procedures
• Respond to incidents and emergencies professionally
• Complete accurate incident and shift reports
• Assist employees, contractors, and visitors
• Ensure all health, safety, and security procedures are followed at all times

Please note -The responsibilities listed here aren’t the full picture—but they give you a good sense of the role. If you meet the minimum requirements and believe you’ve got what it takes to succeed, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

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

What We're Looking For:

• Valid SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guarding Licence
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle
• Previous corporate security experience preferred
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Professional appearance and attitude
• Strong attention to detail and observational skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
• Flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, and public holidays

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).

Keen to take the next step...

Join a team that values your contribution, supports your growth and helps you build a rewarding career.