Security Officer

Manchester Arndale; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a Security Officer to be the first line of support for employees and visitors at the site on a monthly on-site rotation. You will monitor fire, security and building systems and ensure tasks are completed professionally and in line with legislation.

The ideal candidate has an SIA license, strong communication, and the ability to work on their own initiative, with reliable and punctual attendance; previous security experience is helpful.

Qualifications

• You must have the right to work in the UK.
• Experience in Security is advantageous.
• SIA licence is essential.
• Ability to work on your own initiative.
• Professional demeanour with sound judgement and integrity.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Act as a first line support to employees and visitors, providing a professional and friendly service.
• Monitor fire, security and building systems.
• Ensure tasks are completed professionally and in a timely manner, meeting legislation.
• Conduct regular patrols to ensure premises security.
• Respond promptly to security incidents or emergencies.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents and activities.
• Collaborate with other security personnel to ensure coverage.

Skills

SIA licence

Right to work in UK

Communication skills

Patrol experience

Calm under pressure

Job description

About The Role

Working Pattern

to be agreed monthly on site

As a Security Officer, you will be the first line of support for employees and visitors to the site, providing a professional and friendly service. You will be responsible for monitoring fire, security, and building systems, ensuring that all assigned tasks are completed in a professional and timely manner, and in compliance with relevant legislation

As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Act as a first line support to employees and visitors to the site, providing a professional and friendly service
• Monitor fire, security, and building systems
• Ensure that assigned tasks are completed in a professional and timely manner, meeting relevant legislation
• Conduct regular patrols to ensure the security of the premises
• Respond promptly to any security incidents or emergencies
• Maintain accurate records of incidents and activities
• Collaborate with other security personnel to ensure comprehensive coverage

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• You must have the right to work in the UK
• Experience of working within the Security Industry is an advantage
• SIA licence is essential
• Ability to work on own initiative
• A professional demeanour with sound judgement and integrity
• Strong communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Reliable and punctual, with a strong work ethic

About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values -Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

Why Work for OCS?

• Award-Winning Employer: Ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025 — we value and motivate our people.
• Digital Learning: The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career.
• Retail Perks With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources.
• Professional Growth: 600+ live learners across UK&I — Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications!
• Flexible Pay: Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific)

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.