Retail security officer

BARDWOOD; Minehead; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

BardWood Support Services is hiring a Retail Security Officer for a well‑known Minehead store. You will patrol premises, monitor entrances, respond to incidents and help maintain a safe environment for staff and visitors.

Essential requirements include a valid SIA License, a 5‑year checkable work history and relevant experience. You must be physically fit and able to work under pressure; own vehicle preferred.

Qualifications

• SIA License is required.
• 5-year checkable work history.
• Experience in a similar role is advantageous.
• Physically fit and able to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the Retail Store Premises to maintain security.
• Investigate disturbances and monitor entry/exit points.
• Call for help in emergencies and operate theft-detecting devices.
• Deal with large crowds and build positive customer relations.

Skills

Physically fit

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

SIA License

Job description

About the role

Title – Retail security officer

Pay Rate – £13.10

Location – Minehead

Shift Timings – 10:00-22:00 Wed, 09:30-22:00 Fri & Sun 10:00-16:00

Must have their own vehicle

You will be working in a well‑known retail store, which holds various stock. Officers are responsible for providing safety and security to both staff and visitors alike.

What will you get in return?

Please note all our roles require transfer to our client on a permanent basis after 12 weeks, with amazing benefits which would be discussed upon transfer.

Your main responsibilities may include:

• Patrolling the Retail Store Premises.
• Investigating Disturbances, as well as monitoring the entry and exit points of the retail store.
• Confidently calling for help in emergency situations and operating theft‑detecting devices.
• Effectively dealing with large crowds and building positive customer relations.

To succeed in this role, you will need the following:

• SIA License.
• 5‑year checkable work/career history.
• Experience in a similar role, would an advantage
• Physically fit to undertake given tasks.
• Possess the ability to work under pressure.

About our company

At BardWood Support Services we are recruitment specialists, supporting the facilities industry in the UK since 2015. We recognize that PEOPLE are our most valued resource and as such we aim to ensure our employees are matched within the right role that suits them, with a view to help them progress.