Security Compliance Officer

Securitas UK; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Securitas UK is recruiting a Business Security Compliance Officer for our Wimborne site. You will deliver all aspects of site security service support in line with company and government guidance, communicate security requirements clearly, and plan workloads to meet operational and business needs.

The role requires a valid SIA licence, DISA qualification, British nationality, and the ability to maintain DISA compliance.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Licence.
• DISA (Defence Industry Security Association) qualification.
• British National due to site security requirements.
• Eligible for and able to maintain DISA compliance.
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history.
• Must have been resident in the UK for the last 5 years.
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends when required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver all aspects of site security service support in line with company and government guidance.
• Communicate security requirements clearly with all personnel.
• Plan and prioritise workload to meet operational and business requirements.
• Gather and report security-related data to support informed decision-making.
• Maintain knowledge of current company and government security guidance.
• Manage security records and databases accurately and confidentially.
• Support security investigations and related activities.
• Develop strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Handle general site enquiries and complaints professionally, providing excellent customer service.
• Support awareness, education, and training activities related to security.
• Demonstrate integrity, vigilance, and professionalism whilst identifying and mitigating potential security risks.
• Carry out additional duties as directed by the Deputy Security Manager or Site Security Manager.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Time management

Flexibility to cover shifts

Education

DISA (Defence Industry Security Association) qualification

British National status

Job description

We're Hiring: Business Security Compliance Officer

Location: Wimborne, BH21 2BJ

Pay: £14.58 per hour (£30,326 per annum)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (8-hour shifts)

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: 3.1 Site Based

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

As a major global supplier of aerospace and defence systems, specialising in air-to-air refuelling technology, environmental systems, and actuation equipment, the Business Security Compliance Officer plays a vital role in supporting all aspects of security delivery, providing advice, guidance, and support to the business while ensuring compliance with company policies and National Security standards. The Business Security Compliance Officer is responsible for managing a varied workload with limited supervision, demonstrating strong organisational and problem-solving skills while escalating any issues to the Deputy Security Manager or Site Security Manager as required. Working within a highly regulated environment, the Business Security Compliance Officer contributes to maintaining robust security frameworks, protecting critical assets, and supporting the organisation's commitment to operational excellence and compliance.

Before you apply- This site requires SC (Security Clearance). To be eligible for the clearance, you must:

• Be a British national
• Hold a valid British passport
• Have lived in the UK continuously for the past 5 years

Please only apply if you meet these requirements, as they are mandatory for this role.

Responsibilities

Job Description

• Deliver all aspects of site security service support in line with company and government guidance.
• Communicate security requirements clearly with all personnel.
• Plan and prioritise workload to meet operational and business requirements.
• Gather and report security-related data to support informed decision-making.
• Maintain knowledge of current company and government security guidance.
• Manage security records and databases accurately and confidentially.
• Support security investigations and related activities.
• Develop strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Handle general site enquiries and complaints professionally, providing excellent customer service.
• Support awareness, education, and training activities related to security.
• Demonstrate integrity, vigilance, and professionalism whilst identifying and mitigating potential security risks.
• Carry out additional duties as directed by the Deputy Security Manager or Site Security Manager.

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:

• Valid SIA Licence
• DISA (Defence Industry Security Association) qualification required.
• British National due to site security requirements.
• Eligible for and able to maintain DISA compliance.
• Must have the right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable work and address history.
• Must have been resident in the UK for the last 5 years.
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends when required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.

Additional Information

It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK! You're one step closer to joining a global team of 336,000+ colleagues who help make the world a safer place each and every day.

Here, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, which help guide how we operate and how our people experience work, each and every day! We have a promise too:

• Opportunity - We see potential in every person and situation
• People - We open our eyes to all that’s good
• Purpose - We make your world a safer place

So What You Can Expect

Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully. We know applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help. No matter the outcomes, you will always receive communication from us.

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