Security Officer

Securitas; Houghton Regis; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and Development opportunities

Mentorship

Brand discounts

On-site parking

Job summary

Securitas UK is seeking a Security Officer to help safeguard people, property and information across our sites in England.

You'll greet staff, visitors, and contractors; patrol regularly; monitor compliance; assist in evacuations and emergencies; and keep accurate records using our security systems. This role offers learning opportunities and a supportive team in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• SIA licence is required.
• Strong customer service skills are essential.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Proficient computer and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Utilising computer systems to maintain security records, reports, and site documentation.
• Delivering excellent customer service while maintaining a professional and welcoming presence.

Skills

SIA Licence

Customer service

English communication

Computer skills

Flexible schedule

Job description

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.
• Utilising computer systems to maintain security records, reports, and site documentation.
• Delivering excellent customer service while maintaining a professional and welcoming presence.

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.

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 and weekends
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history
• Great computer skills
• Great customer service skills
• Strong communication skills in English-both written and spoken

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!

Grade: 3.1 Site Based 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. With excellent on-site facilities, including a staff restaurant and free on-site parking, you'll be part of a professional environment designed to support your day-to-day experience. Whether you're patrolling key areas, managing gatehouse duties, or being the friendly face clients rely on, as a Security Officer you'll be an essential part of something bigger. Working on behalf of one of the world's leading aerospace and defence organisations, 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 Officer where your potential is recognised, your contribution is valued, and your progress is supported every step of the way. Alongside a supportive team environment, you'll benefit from on-site amenities and opportunities to develop your skills and build a rewarding career with Securitas., 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.

Ready to see a rewarding world? 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).