Security Officer

Securitas UK; Gloucester; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & Development opportunities

Brand discounts

Give back schemes

Health and wellbeing support

Pension

Life assurance

Job summary

Securitas UK is hiring a Security Officer at a Gloucester site. You’ll protect people and assets, control access, monitor CCTV and respond to incidents across day and night shifts. A British National with 5 years UK residence is required to achieve SC clearance.

The role emphasizes safety, vigilance and customer service, with opportunities for development and employee benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid SIA licence (essential).
• British National and 5-year UK residence requirement for SC clearance.
• Right to work in the UK with a clear history.
• 18 or older and no criminal convictions.
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
• Reliable, punctual and flexible with shifts.

Responsibilities

• Protect people, assets and operations by managing access control and CCTV.
• Conduct regular patrols and monitor alarms.
• Escort visitors and issues passes according to procedures.
• Support site safety and health procedures.
• Report hazards, incidents and emergencies promptly.

Skills

SIA Licence

British National SC clearance

Right to work in the UK

18+ years old

Good communication

Reliable and punctual

Team player

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Location: Gloucester, UK
Pay: £13.45 per hour
Hours: Av 42 hrs 4 on 4 off DAYS & NIGHTS (07:00-19:00 & 19:00-07:00)
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!

As aSecurity Officerat Securitas you'll be working with one of our UK-based manufacturers of advanced composite materials and thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) solutions, who deliver high‑performance components across sectors including defence, aerospace, rail, automotive, medical, marine, and energy.

As aSecurity Officer, you'll play a vital role in maintaining a safe, secure, and compliant site. OurSecurity Officersprotect people, assets, and operations by managing access control, responding to incidents, and supporting site safety standards helping to ensure the smooth and uninterrupted running of the manufacturing environment.

For this position and as a Site requirement, you must be willing and able to successfully achieve SC Clearance. You must be a British National and have lived in the UK for the past 5 years

Job Description

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

Protection of Property and Premises

• Prevent unauthorised access and monitor alarms/CCTV.
• Conduct regular internal and external patrols.
• Manage traffic, parking, keys, and locking/unlocking duties.
• Carry out routine equipment checks and maintain records/logbooks.
• Issue visitor passes and manage site equipment per procedures.
• Handle lost property in line with instructions.

Health and Safety

• Support staff, visitors, and contractors to ensure site safety.
• Follow and enforce health and safety procedures, reporting hazards and incidents.
• Keep emergency routes clear at all times.
• Report use and shortages of First Aid supplies.
• Notify SOC in emergencies and follow instructions.
• Investigate all fire alarm activations.

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 proactive, reliable, and committed to delivering high standards, with a strong team mindset. You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:

• Must have lived in the UK for the past 5 years, Must be British National - Must be able to achieve and obtain SC Clearance
• SIA Licence (essential)
• Right to work in the UK, with a 5 year checkable history.
• Must be 18 and have no criminal convictions
• Good communication skills and customer focus, ability to work independently and in a team.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible with shifts (days/nights/weekends).
• Full UK driving licence and own transport desirable.
• Previous experience in a security or gatehouse role (preferred).

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.

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.