Royal Mail - Security Officer - Stoke - Early Shift

Angard Staffing Solutions Ltd; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime opportunities

Christmas season assignment

Job summary

Angard Staffing Solutions Ltd is recruiting experienced security officers for Royal Mail during the Peak Season. You’ll patrol, control access, perform searches and ensure security procedures are followed at all times.

The role offers early, late and night shift patterns with pay rates of £16.29–£17.59 per hour, and overtime where applicable. This temporary assignment aims to protect a busy parcel hub and support UK operations.

Qualifications

• Holds a valid SIA Licence.
• Experience in security, gatehouse, or site-based roles.
• Experience conducting personal searches with search wands and randomisers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident dealing with employees, visitors, contractors and drivers.
• Strong observation skills and attention to detail.
• Calm and effective during emergencies and challenging situations.
• Reliable, punctual and professional with good record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Patrol site and maintain security.
• Control access for employees, visitors and vehicles.
• Carry out personal searches following site procedures.
• Conduct security patrols and site inspections.
• Identify and report security concerns or incidents.
• Maintain logs and security reports and liaise with management.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Reliability & punctuality

Calm under pressure

Gatehouse/site-based experience

Education

SIA Licence

Tools

Search wands

Randomisers

Job description

Are you detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment?

Do you have a strong eye for detail, a commitment to safety, and the confidence to deal with people professionally and effectively?

Angard Staffing is recruiting experienced and motivated individuals to join our team as Temporary Security Officers with Royal Mail.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in protecting one of Royal Mail's busiest parcel operations during the Peak Season, helping to ensure the safe and secure movement of millions of parcels across the UK.

Available working patterns:

Early Shift patterns:

• Pattern A: Monday to Thursday - 05:00 - 15:00 (Total 40 hours)
• Pattern B: Friday to Sunday - 05:00 - 15:00 (Total 30 hours)

Late Shift Pattern:

• Pattern A: Monday to Thursday - 13:00 - 23:00 (Total 40 hours)
• Pattern B: Friday to Sunday - 13:00 - 23:00 (Total 30 hours)

Night Shift Pattern:

• Pattern A: Monday to Thursday - 21:00 - 07:00 (Total 40 hours)
• Pattern B: Friday to Sunday - 21:00 - 07:00 (Total 30 hours)

What You'll Be Doing

As a Security Officer, you will be responsible for patrolling site, maintaining site security, controlling access, conducting searches, and ensuring all security procedures are followed at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and regulate the entry and exit of employees, visitors, contractors, and vehicles.
• Carry out personal searches in accordance with site procedures using randomisers and search wands.
• Conduct security patrols and routine site inspections.
• Identify and report security concerns, incidents, or potential risks.
• Maintain accurate records, logs, and security reports.
• Respond professionally and effectively to emergencies and incidents.
• Liaise with site management and operational teams regarding security matters.
• Ensure all security policies and procedures are followed consistently.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Holds a valid SIA Licence.
• Has previous experience within security, gatehouse, or site-based roles.
• Has experience conducting personal searches and using randomisers and search wands.
• Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is confident dealing with employees, visitors, contractors, and drivers.
• Has excellent observation skills and attention to detail.
• Can remain calm and effective during challenging situations and emergencies.
• Demonstrates strong adherence to procedures and record-keeping standards.
• Is reliable, punctual, and professional at all times.

Why Join?

• Be part of Royal Mail's Peak Season operation.
• Play a vital role in maintaining the safety and security of a major parcel hub.
• Competitive pay with overtime and enhanced rates where applicable.
• Gain valuable experience within a large-scale logistics environment.
• Work within a supportive and professional operational team.

Pay & Shifts

Shift - Shift Description - Pay Rate

Morning Shift Rate: 06:00–14:00 = £16.29

Afternoon Shift Rate: 14:00–22:00 = £16.29

Night Shift Rate: 22:00–06:00 = £17.59

Sunday Day Rate: 06:00 – 22:00 = £16.29

Sunday Night Rate: 22:00 – 06:00 = £16.86

Important Information

This role is for a Christmas period. Assignments are temporary and will automatically end once the site closes for the Christmas season.

If you’re ready to take on a key operational role and contribute to keeping the UK’s mail moving, we’d love to hear from you.