Security Officer

Securitas UK; Preston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Full uniform

Overtime

Pension

Holiday pay

Employee discounts

Career progression

Job summary

Securitas UK is hiring a Security Officer for a high-profile site in Samlesbury (BB2 7LF). The role is hands-on and active, involving patrols on foot and by vehicle, managing access, monitoring CCTV, and responding to alarms to keep people and property safe.

You’ll need a valid UK driving licence, a current SIA licence, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. The company offers paid training, a full uniform, overtime opportunities, pension and holiday pay, plus clear career progression.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Licence.
• Full UK driving licence and own vehicle.
• British national by birth or passport held for 5+ years.
• 5-year checkable work history; ability to obtain SC clearance.

Responsibilities

• Patrol sites (foot and vehicle) to keep people and property safe.
• Control access – ID checks and visitor management.
• Monitor CCTV and act on incidents.
• Respond to alarms and emergencies.
• Maintain accurate reports and logs.

Skills

Driving

Customer service

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Education

SIA Licence

Job description

Join Securitas - Global Leader in Security Services!

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

Security Officer – Samlesbury (BB2 7LF)

£14.56 per hour | 42 hours per week covering days, nights and weekends

Driver Required – Own Vehicle Essential

Ready for a role where you’re trusted to protect, respond, and act?

We’re hiring a Security Officer for a high‑profile site covering Samlesbury. This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced role where your presence genuinely matters.

If you’re reliable, switched on, and want a career in security,

What You’ll Get

• £14.56 per hour
• Full-time 42 hours per week
• Paid training & full uniform
• Overtime opportunities
• Pension & holiday pay
• Employee discounts
• Real career progression

Your role

• Patrol sites (foot & vehicle) to keep people and property safe
• Control access – ID checks & visitor management
• Monitor CCTV and act on incidents
• Respond to alarms and emergencies
• Maintain accurate reports and logs

Active role – not desk-based

What We’re Looking For

• Reliable and professional
• Calm under pressure
• Strong attention to detail
• Full UK driving licence + own vehicle

Essential Requirement

Must be a British national by birth or have held a British passport for 5+ years

Qualifications

What you’ll need

• Valid SIA Licence
• Strong communication skills with a customer-focused approach
• Ability to stay calm and professional under pressure
• Full UK driving licence + access to your own vehicle
• Physically fit (this is an active role with regular walking)

Essential Requirements (site Clearance)

• British national by birth OR British passport held for 5+ years
• 5-year checkable work history
• Must be able to obtain SC clearance

Ready to apply?

If you’re looking for a rewarding, hands‑on security role and want to be part of a professional team operating across Samlesbury, we want to hear from you.

take the next step in your security career

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.