Security Officer

Equans Working with Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare partnership in Portsmouth is seeking a Security Officer to ensure safety and security at Queen Alexandra Hospital. The role requires a valid SIA Licence and Full Driving Licence, with opportunities for professional development and training. Applicants should possess good communication skills and be prepared to work variable shifts. The salary ranges from £24,937 to £26,598 with enhancements available.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Opportunity to join NHS pension scheme

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Licence is required for the position.
• Possess a Full Driving Licence.
• Basic IT skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site security at Queen Alexandra Hospital.
• Ensure a secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Safeguard Trust property against theft and damage.
• Assist with car parking and related queries.

Skills

SIA Licence

IT Skills

CCTV Licence

Education

Full Driving Licence

Job description

Security Officer

Closing date is 07 December 2025

A Full Driving Licence and a valid Security Industry Authority (SIA) Licence is required.

A vacancy has arisen for Security Officers to join the busy Security Department at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust (PHT) working at Queen Alexandra Hospital. An average of 37.5 hours per week includes weekend/evening shifts, which attracts an unsocial payment. Duties include a security presence in A&E, internal/external patrols, locking and alarming of buildings, assisting staff and the general public with security and parking problems, and training on monitoring of CCTV system and control room duties.

Having a valid CCTV Licence is an advantage. On‑and‑off‑job training will be provided. Previous security or forces employment would also be an advantage.

Uniforms are supplied, and a smart appearance is essential. Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team are required.

A generous annual leave entitlement is given and an opportunity to join the NHS pension scheme.

IN LINE WITH TRUST GUIDELINES CANDIDATES ARE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE 3 YEARS OF EMPLOYMENT AND/OR PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES.

This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) form to be completed.

Main duties of the job

Must be SIA trained to effectively carry out all duties in line with Policy and Procedure.

Report all Security and Car Parking machinery related maintenance requirements within the department and across the Trust to the Help Desk.

Help direct emergency vehicles and other traffic if a major incident occurs.

Computer literate to deal with complex systems within the Security Department, e.g., Trust ID badge system, CCTV.

Carry out internal/external patrols of all buildings, grounds and any other premises as may be required using electronic frequency tags located internally and externally around the site. This reduces the risk to staff and property out of hours and provides detailed information of rounds completed and by whom.

Process and produce ID cards for PHT, Portsmouth Healthcare Trust and Health Authority personnel using the imaging badging system in an efficient and professional manner so all Trust staff are identifiable and can move around the site efficiently.

Deal with car parking problems, minor problems on all machinery, and use the car parking control computer.

About us

Equans working in partnership with Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust.

PHU NHS Trust was rated good by the CQC in its recent inspection. In July 2020 it became a university hospital; we will work to drive benefits for patients, colleagues by embedding research, education and training across the Trust.

The Trust’s main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which started as a military hospital over a century ago. It is one of the largest, modern hospitals on the south coast, with 1,200 beds, and provides comprehensive secondary care and specialist services to a local population of 675,000 people across SE Hampshire. With over 7,300 staff it is the largest employer in Portsmouth.

Our patients are from all walks of life, and so are we. If you share our values and enthusiasm for getting it right for patients, colleagues and our community, you will find a home at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust (PHU).

Job responsibilities

To provide on‑site security at Queen Alexandra Hospital 24 hours a day.

To ensure a secure and safe environment for patients, visitors and staff.

To safeguard the property of patients, visitors and staff.

To safeguard Trust property and assets against acts of theft, fire, flood and vandalism, and to uphold good order on site.

To assist members of staff and the general public with all matters relating to car parking within the hospital grounds and to ensure the hospital Car Park Policy and Procedures are actioned to ensure free‑flowing traffic throughout the premises.

Person Specification

See job description attached.

Qualifications

• A Full Driving Licence
• SIA Licence
• IT Skills
• CCTV Licence

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

Equans Working with Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

£24,937 to £26,598 a year, rotating shift – average 37 hours per week – plus enhancements