Security Officer

Securitas UK; Cambridge; À distance; GBP 15 000 - 21 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Learning and development opportunities

Mentorship program

Employee discounts

Health and wellbeing support

Résumé du poste

Securitas UK, based in Cambridge, is hiring a Security Officer to protect people, property and information across a busy site. You’ll monitor CCTV, alarms, and carry out patrols, maintaining high standards of integrity and vigilance.

The role requires a valid SIA licence, UK work eligibility, punctuality, and excellent English communication. We offer learning opportunities, mentorship and a range of benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• A valid SIA licence is required.
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history.
• Punctual and reliable and able to work weekends.
• British nationality and UK residency for the past 5 years.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

Responsabilités

• Monitor CCTV, fire, and intruder alarm systems.
• Conduct external and internal security patrols.
• Carry out routine tests of security equipment.
• Manage keys and locking/unlocking duties.
• Maintain logbooks and records.
• Issue visitor/contractor passes per instructions.
• Provide support and information to staff, visitors and contractors.

Formation

SIA licence

Right to work in UK (5-year history)

Punctual and reliable

UK residency 5 years

English communication skills

Description du poste

Location: Cambridge
Pay: £13.23 per hour
Hours: 24 hours per week working Saturdays and Sundays
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!

You must be BPSS cleared before starting the role.

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

We are recruiting aSecurity Officerto deliver a professional and reliable service at a well-established organisation. In this role, you will help protect employees, visitors, and site assets by following assignment instructions and maintaining the highest standards of integrity, vigilance, and helpfulness. The successful candidate will play a key part in ensuring the safe and secure day-to-day operations of a busy site environment

As aSecurity Officer,your key responsibilities include monitoring CCTV, fire, and intruder alarm systems, conducting both internal and external patrols, and preventing unauthorised access to the premises. You will also assist with traffic management and parking enforcement, carry out routine checks of security equipment, and manage key holding duties including locking and unlocking facilities. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone proactive, attentive, and committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment at all times.

This isn’t just another job. It’s your opportunity to step into a role as aSecurity Officerwhere your potential is recognised, your contribution is valued, and your progress is supported every step of the way

Job Description

Responsibilities

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

• Prevent and deter unauthorised access to site. Monitor fire alarms, intruder alarms and CCTV as appropriate
• Conduct external and internal security patrols as detailed in the Assignment Instructions
• Carry out routine tests of security equipment where appropriate
• Manage keys and perform locking and unlocking duties as detailed in the Assignment Instructions
• Maintain all logbooks and records as detailed in the Assignment Instructions
• Issue visitor/contractor passes in accordance with the Assignment Instructions
• Provide support, guidance and information to all staff, visitors and contractors whilst ensuring safeguarding of the premises

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:

• A valid SIA licence
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history
• Punctual and reliable
• British nationality and UK residency for the past 5 years (due to site requirements)
• Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken

Why Join Securitas?

We have a promise to our people, a ‘People Promise’ where opportunity, people and purpose play a vital role in our day to day!

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.

We believe in your future, not just your past. At Securitas, you’ll find a career built on trust, respect, and progress.

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.