Security Officer

Securitas; Newport; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & Development

Mentorship

Brand discounts

Give back schemes

Health & wellbeing support

Pension

Life assurance

EV schemes access

Job summary

Securitas UK Newport site is seeking a Security Officer to safeguard people, property and information. You will welcome staff and visitors, monitor access control and CCTV, carry out patrols, respond to alarms, and support emergency procedures. The role offers 42 hours weekly with a 6am-6pm or 6pm-6am shift pattern.

Applicants must hold a valid UK passport, SIA licence, and BPSS/SC clearance eligibility, with UK residence for the last 5 years. Apply to join a security-focused team today.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Licence.
• British nationality required due to site security clearance requirements.
• Have been continuously resident in the UK for the last 5 years.
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history.
• Willing to undergo security screening and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming and assisting staff, visitors, and contractors.
• Monitoring access control, CCTV, and security systems.
• Conducting regular security, safety, and site patrols.
• Responding to incidents, alarms, and emergency situations.
• Supporting emergency procedures, including evacuations and searches.
• Ensuring compliance with site policies, regulations, and security procedures.
• Remaining vigilant, reporting incidents, and helping to prevent disruption.
• Completing accurate reports, records, and handovers.
• Delivering exceptional customer service at all times.

Skills

Valid SIA Licence

British nationality

UK resident 5 years

Right to work in UK (5-year history)

Flexible to day/night shifts

English communication

UK passport

BPSS & SC clearance eligibility

Background checks willingness

Job description

Location: Newport, NP10 8BE
Pay: £17.07 per hour
Hours: 42 hours per week, flexible shifts, working 6am-6pm days and 6pm-6am nights

Contract: Fixed-term contract until the end of February 2027.

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.

Working at a growing construction and infrastructure site, the Security Officer will provide a professional security service in line with Assignment Instructions and operational requirements, helping to protect employees, visitors, property, and other assets. Supporting a business that is investing in regional growth and development, the Security Officer will deliver exceptional customer service while upholding Securitas' core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness, contributing to a safe, secure, and welcoming environment.

Before You Apply

This role has the following mandatory requirements:

• You must have been continuously resident in the UK for the last 5 years.
• You must be eligible to obtain BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) and SC (Security Check) Clearance.
• You must hold a valid UK passport.
• You must hold a valid SIA Licence.

Job Description

Responsibilities

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

As a Security Officer, you'll play a vital role in helping to keep people, property, and information safe. Your responsibilities will include:

• Welcoming and assisting staff, visitors, and contractors.
• Monitoring access control, CCTV, and security systems.
• Conducting regular security, safety, and site patrols.
• Responding to incidents, alarms, and emergency situations.
• Supporting emergency procedures, including evacuations and searches.
• Ensuring compliance with site policies, regulations, and security procedures.
• Remaining vigilant, reporting incidents, and helping to prevent disruption.
• Completing accurate reports, records, and handovers.
• Delivering exceptional customer service at all times.

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of duties. If you meet the essential requirements and believe you have the skills and commitment to succeed in this role, we'd love to hear from you.

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:

• Valid SIA Licence.
• British nationality required due to site security clearance requirements
• Have been continuously resident in the UK for the last 5 years.
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable employment, education, or address history.
• Flexible to work days, nights, weekends, and public holidays.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Hold a valid UK passport.
• Eligible to obtain BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) and SC (Security Check) Clearance.
• Willing to undergo security screening and background checks.

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.

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).

Keen to take the next step...

Join a team that values your contribution, supports your growth and helps you build a rewarding career.

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