Security Officer

Securitas AB; Paisley; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Health & wellbeing support

Pension and financial wellbeing

Job summary

Securitas UK is seeking a Relief Security Officer based in Bishopton with guaranteed 42 hours per week at 14.51 GBP per hour. A full UK driving licence is essential, and you will drive a company vehicle for site patrols. Shift patterns include days, nights, and weekends.

Requirements include SIA Licence, SC clearance eligibility, and British citizenship or 5 years of UK passport history. You will monitor access, maintain security, and deliver excellent customer service across the site.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Licence.
• Valid UK Driving Licence.
• Must have 5 years of checkable work history.
• Security Clearance (SC) required.
• British citizen by birth or hold a UK passport for at least 5 years.
• Willing to work days, nights and weekends.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Carry out regular site patrols using a company vehicle.
• Monitor site access and ensure only authorised personnel enter.
• Maintain a visible security presence and professional conduct.
• Identify, report and respond to security incidents.
• Complete accurate incident reports and site documentation.
• Respond to emergencies following established procedures.
• Provide excellent customer service to staff and visitors.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Education

SIA Licence

UK Driving Licence

5 years of checkable work history

Security Clearance (SC)

British citizen by birth or UK passport 5 years

Job description

At Securitas, we’re dedicated to protecting what matters most. With over 300,000 employees worldwide, we offer innovative security solutions tailored to each client’s needs. From on-site officers to advanced surveillance, we use the latest technology to deliver top-tier protection.

Be part of a trusted team, where your contribution makes a real difference in safeguarding people, assets, and information. Join us today and help create safer environments for businesses and communities!

Job Description

Relief Security Officer – Guaranteed 42 Hours

Location: Bishopton
Pay Rate: £14.51 per hour
Hours: Guaranteed 42 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Days, nights and weekends

A FULL, VALID UK DRIVING LICENCE IS ESSENTIAL. The successful candidate must be confident driving a site vehicle to carry out regular security patrols.

Join Our Security Team!

Are you a reliable, professional and proactive Security Officer looking for your next opportunity?

We are currently recruiting for a Relief Security Officer based in Bishopton, offering guaranteed 42 hours per week at an attractive hourly rate of £14.51.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied working environment, takes pride in maintaining high security standards and is comfortable working a flexible shift pattern covering days, nights and weekends.

The Role

As a Relief Security Officer, you will play an important role in maintaining the safety and security of the site, its employees, visitors and property.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out regular security patrols using a company vehicle.
• Monitoring site access and ensuring only authorised personnel enter the premises.
• Maintaining a visible security presence and providing a professional approach at all times.
• Identifying, reporting and responding appropriately to security incidents.
• Completing accurate incident reports, logbooks and site documentation.
• Responding to emergencies and following established procedures.
• Providing excellent customer service to employees, visitors and contractors.

Security Clearance Requirements – Essential

Due to the nature of the site and the security requirements of the position, applicants must:

• Be eligible to undergo and successfully obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.
• Have been born a British citizen OR have held a British passport continuously for a minimum of five years.
• Be willing to undergo the required background checks and security vetting.

Please note: Applicants must meet the above eligibility requirements to be considered for this position.

Qualifications

Requirements:

- Valid SIA Licence

- Valid UK Driving Licence

- Must have 5 years of checkable work history

- Must have Security Clearance (SC)

- Must be a British citizen by birth or have held a British passport for at least 5 years

- Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently

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.