Security Officer

Serco Group; Hollywater; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays

Pension

Training and development

Health and wellbeing

Discounts

Job summary

Serco Group is seeking a Security Officer for the Skynet contract to protect critical government and military infrastructure in the UK. You will play a vital role in ensuring safety, security, and continuity in a high-stakes environment, with a focus on reliability and professional conduct.

No prior security experience is required as training is provided; what matters is reliability, professionalism, and a commitment to doing things properly.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence (manual).
• Hold a valid UK Passport.
• The ability to achieve Security Check (SC) clearance.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent timekeeping.
• Good customer service and communication skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first line of defence in support of the site mission.
• Carry out patrols and escort duties across the site.
• Conduct vehicle and baggage searches.
• Issue and receive keys and maintain accurate records.
• Monitor CCTV, intrusion detection systems and entry control systems.
• Process visitors and maintain secure site access.
• Complete detailed reports and maintain clear documentation.
• Liaise with other security personnel and external agencies.
• Support ongoing training and development activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Timekeeping

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Location:SGS Oakhanger, Bordon, Hampshire GU35 9JA
Salary: £32,292.67 total annual package (£28,832.74 + 12% flexibility allowance) and excellent benefits
Schedule: 43 hours per week. 2 days, 2 nights, 4 days off. Full-time shift pattern. Applicants should be happy to work flexible hours as required and will be based onsite.

Ready to impact a better future?

As a Security Officer in our Skynet contract team, you’ll play a vital role in protecting critical infrastructure that supports secure communications for the UK Government and Armed Forces. Your work will help ensure safety, security, and continuity in an environment where reliability matters most.

You don’t need previous security experience to join us. We’ll provide the training and support you need to build your skills and succeed in the role. What matters most is that you’re reliable, professional, and take pride in doing things properly.

In this role, you’ll be part of a trusted team delivering high standards of security while supporting a mission that has a real impact on national operations. Every shift offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to grow your career in a supportive environment where your contribution is valued.

What you’ll do as a Security Officer

You’ll be entrusted to:

• Act as the first line of defence in support of the site mission
• Carry out patrols and escort duties across the site
• Conduct vehicle and baggage searches
• Issue and receive keys and maintain accurate records
• Monitor CCTV, intrusion detection systems and entry control systems
• Process visitors and maintain secure site access
• Complete detailed reports and maintain clear documentation
• Liaise with other security personnel and external agencies
• Support ongoing training and development activities

Does this sound like you?

You’ll be a great fit for this role if you have:

• A full UK driving licence (manual)
• Hold a valid UK Passport
• The ability to achieve Security Check (SC) clearance
• Strong attention to detail and excellent timekeeping
• Good customer service and communication skills
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications

What we offer

• Holidays:Competitive holiday package
• Pension:Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Training and development:Over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships (including L3 Team Leader and L5 Operations Manager apprenticeships), mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
• Health and wellbeing:Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime Healthline, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres, and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service
• Discounts:Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
• Charity:Paid volunteering day, tax‑free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme, donate your pennies from your monthly pay to the Serco People Fund Charity
• Employee networks:Our networks support inclusion and connection by providing spaces for collaboration, learning, and belonging. They represent and empower all our colleagues including LGBTQIA+ employees, women, parents and carers, people with disabilities, veterans, and people from all cultural backgrounds.

Vetting and checks:

This role requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance, which involves verifying your identity, employment history, nationality, and criminal record to meet government security standards. In addition, depending on the nature of the role, you may need to obtain formal Security Clearance (such as CTC or SC), which includes more detailed background checks on employment, criminal record, and financial history to ensure suitability for working in secure environments. Please note that UK residency requirements may apply for certain levels of clearance. You will also complete an Occupational Health Questionnaire so we can identify and provide any support you may need to undertake the role effectively.

A little bit about us:

At Serco, everyone plays a vital part in delivering essential public services that make a real difference. As a global team of 50,000 people across Defence, Transport, Justice, Immigration, Healthcare, Leisure and Citizen Services, we’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the services that communities rely on. Guided by our values of Trust, Care, Innovation and Pride, our people make meaningful impact, every single day.

Our inclusive recruitment commitment:

We prioritise your skills and potential. As a Disability Confident Leader, the Top Great British Employer of Veterans 2026, and a Gold Inclusive Employer Standard holder, we champion equal opportunities for all. We offer flexible and hybrid working where possible and make reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment.

• Guaranteed Interview Scheme: Applicants with disabilities, veterans and people with convictions, who meet the minimum job criteria, are guaranteed an interview. Simply opt into the relevant scheme on the application form.
• Ban The Box: We also support fair access for those with unspent criminal convictions through our ‘Ban the Box’ pledge (some roles may have security exemptions).