Security Officer

First Response Group; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

First Response Group is recruiting Security Officers to safeguard client premises and maintain a secure environment across sites in the United Kingdom. You will patrol, monitor access, respond to incidents, and provide professional customer service.

Essential qualifications include a valid SIA licence, a UK driving licence, and a valid First Aid certificate, with a history of five years in work or education. Flexibility for day, night, and weekend shifts is required.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA licence.
• UK Driving Licence.
• First Aid Certificate.
• 5-year checkable work or education history.

Responsibilities

• Patrolling & Monitoring: Conduct regular patrols to detect signs of intrusion, damage, or suspicious behaviour.
• Access Control: Monitor entrances and exits, check passes, and authorise visitors.
• Incident Response: Respond promptly to alarms, emergencies, and incidents, following established procedures.
• Customer Service: Provide a welcoming, professional presence and assist visitors, staff, and contractors as needed.
• Reporting: Maintain accurate logs and incident reports for handover and compliance purposes.
• Health & Safety: Observe and report any hazards, ensuring a safe environment at all times.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Reliability

Flexible hours

Job description

About the Role

Are you a dependable and professional individual looking to join a forward-thinking security company with a strong sense of community? At First Response Group (FRG), we are seeking Security Officers to help safeguard our clients' premises and maintain a secure environment. If you are looking for a role where your contribution truly matters and where you can develop your skills within a supportive team, FRG could be your next career move.

First Response Group is not just a workplace. It is a vibrant community where passion fuels our excellence, integrity guides our conduct, empowerment shapes our successes, and a sense of community binds us together.

First Response Group is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion across our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We are a Living Wage Foundation Recognised Service Provider, accredited to the Inclusive Employers Standard, a Disability Confident Committed employer and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant.

Why FRG ?

Dynamic Environment: Join a team where your input is valued and you can make a real impact.

Professional Growth: Access ongoing learning and development opportunities to help you advance your career.

Industry Recognition: Work for an SIA approved contractor, ACS Pacesetter, and holder of four NSI Gold accreditations.

Inclusive Culture: Be part of a workplace that values inclusion, happiness, and teamwork.

Job Opportunity

Patrolling & Monitoring: Conduct regular patrols to detect signs of intrusion, damage, or suspicious behaviour.

Access Control: Monitor entrances and exits, check passes, and authorise visitors.

Incident Response: Respond promptly to alarms, emergencies, and incidents, following established procedures.

Customer Service: Provide a welcoming, professional presence and assist visitors, staff, and contractors as needed.

Reporting: Maintain accurate logs and incident reports for handover and compliance purposes.

Health & Safety: Observe and report any hazards, ensuring a safe environment at all times.

Essential Skills

Skills & Competencies

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong attention to detail and observational ability

Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure

Reliable and trustworthy with a flexible approach to working hours

Ability to work days, nights and weekends

Qualifications

Valid SIA licence

UK Driving Licence

Hold Valid First Aid Certificate

5-year checkable work or education history