Security Officer

Securitas; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services provider in Harrogate seeks a dedicated individual for a full-time security role. The position involves patrolling, incident response, monitoring CCTV, and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate must possess an SIA licence, strong communication skills, and a minimum of two years' security experience. Join Securitas UK to help create a safer environment for everyone. Competitive benefits and support for personal development are offered.

Benefits

STRIVE Securitas Perks

Dental Plans

HSF Health Plan

Pension Plan

Death in Service Benefit

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK with a 5‑year checkable history.
• Desirable to have a driving licence or good access to public transport.
• 2 years security experience required.
• Must be smart and presentable.

Responsibilities

• Control access and egress.
• Respond to incidents including first aid situations.
• Patrol the building.
• Monitor in-house CCTV.

Skills

SIA licence

Strong communication skills

Customer service skills

IT literacy

Physical fitness

Job description

Responsibilities

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

• Controlling access and egress
• Responding to incidents including first aid situations
• Patrolling the building
• Gatehouse duties
• Signing visitors and contractors
• Monitoring in‑house CCTV
• Carrying out regular audits on the site security systems
• Reception duties

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:

• SIA licence
• The right to work in the UK with a 5‑year checkable history.
• Driving licence desirable or good access with public transport.
• 2 years security experience
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Flexible and adaptable
• IT literate
• Physically fit for patrolling duties
• Excellent customer service skills
• Smart and presentable

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 out hardest to guarantee interviews for eligible candidates should you meet the role’s 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 such as BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.

Your Benefits

• STRIVE Securitas Perks – access to a great range of discounts on retailers, services and everyday spending.
• Dental Plans – support and cash back for everyday dental costs.
• HSF Health Plan – highly discounted cash plans for medical costs.
• Cycle to Work – cost‑effective bike and equipment.
• Specsavers – save money on eye tests and spectacles.
• WeCare – 24/7 online GP mental health support service and more.
• Toothfairy – online access to advice and guidance from real UK dentists.
• Pension Plan – build a benefit with employer contribution plus tax relief.
• Payroll ISA – meet long‑term personal financial goals.
• Free Mortgage Advice
• Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub
• Death in Service Benefit – permanent employees covered for Life Assurance.

Take the Next Step

Join a team that values you. Click "I’m Interested" and start your career with Securitas UK today.

See a different world.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full‑time

Key Skills

CCTV, Customer Service, Communication skills, Computer Skills, ICD Coding, Military Experience, Law Enforcement, NIST Standards, Security, DoD Experience, RMF, Writing Skills

Experience

Years

Vacancy

1