Security Officer

Securitas

Grimsby

On-site

GBP 14,706 - 20,945

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on a variety of retailers

Dental Plans

Healthcare cash plans

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts on eye tests

24/7 online GP

Financial Wellbeing Hub

Pension Plan

Mortgage Advice

Death in Service Benefit

Job summary

A security services company in Grimsby seeks a dedicated Security Officer to ensure safety and security across various premises. This role requires strong communication skills, flexibility in working hours, and a valid SIA licence. Key responsibilities include conducting patrols, assisting visitors, and maintaining safety records. The company offers competitive pay, extensive learning opportunities, and various employee benefits, fostering a culture that values teamwork and personal growth.

Qualifications

Must hold a valid SIA licence.
Flexibility to work different shifts including nights and weekends.
Right to work in the UK with a checkable 5-year history.

Responsibilities

Welcome and assist staff, visitors, and contractors.
Conduct regular safety and security patrols.
Ensure compliance with regulations and procedures.
Support emergency protocols, including evacuations and searches.
Keep vigilant, report incidents, and prevent disruption.
Accurately maintain records of all activity and handovers.

Skills

Strong communication skills in English (both written and spoken)

Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

Valid SIA licence

Job description

📍Location: Grimsby, UK
💰 Pay: £12.94 per hour.
📅 Hours: 42 hours per week - 4 on 4 off
🎓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!

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

As a Security Officer at Securitas, you’ll do more than protect what’s important—you’ll empower people to thrive. Your presence will make others feel safe, welcome, and supported.

Whether you’re patrolling key areas, managing gatehouse duties, or being the friendly face clients rely on, as a Security Officeryou’ll be an essential part of something bigger, every shift is a new chance to learn, grow, and make a difference.

This isn’t just another job. It’s your opportunity to step into a role as a Security Officerwhere your potential is recognized, 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:

Welcoming and assisting staff, visitors, and contractors.
Conducting regular safety and security patrols.
Ensuring compliance with regulations and procedures.
Supporting emergency protocols, including evacuations and searches.
Keeping vigilant, reporting incidents, and preventing disruption.
Accurately maintaining records of all activity and handovers.

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.
Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends.
The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history.
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

It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK!
Join our global team of 336,000+ colleagues and help make the world a safer place.

At Securitas, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, and our People Promise:

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

What You Can Expect
Our Recruitment Team reviews every application carefully. Applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help.

Diversity & Inclusion – Be Yourself
We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status (we will always try our hardest to guarantee interviews for eligible candidates, should you meet the roles minimum requirements, having disclosed a disability to our Talent Team upon application). We support equality through Employee Networks -Our real change makers of the business.. YOU, the Race at Work Charter, and the Armed Forces Covenant. We also celebrate diversity with events like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.

STRIVE– Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending to suit your shopping habits.
Dental Plans- A range of plans providing support, providing cash back towards everyday dental costs, such as dental examinations, X-rays, and treatment
HSF Health Plan- Range of healthcare cash plans at highly discounted rates, providing families with peace of mind by getting cash back on everyday medical costs, such as dental check-ups, contact lenses and acupuncture, and by covering unexpected costs.
Cycle to Work– A super cost-effective way of getting a brand new bike, cycling equipment or both. Save up to 42% of the usual cost and spread the cost over several months from your salary.
Specsavers– Save money on eye tests and when purchasing spectacles.
WeCare– A 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more.
Toothfairy– Online access to advice and guidance, from real UK Dentists.
Pension Plan– Plan for your financial future by building up a benefit in the Securitas Pension Plan, with the benefit of employer contribution plus tax relief on your contributions.
Payroll ISA– An ISA savings account is a great way to meet your longer term personal financial goals.
Free Mortgage Advice
Go & Live– Financial Wellbeing Hub
Death in Service Benefit- Permanent employees are automatically covered for Life Assurance, which would provide a lump sum benefit to your beneficiaries in the unfortunate event of death in service whilst employed by Securitas