Security Officer

OCS Group; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a vigilant security officer to join our 4 on, 4 off rolling roster. You will monitor site activity, control access, and respond to alarms while maintaining a professional presence across the premises.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, be SIA licensed, and pass BS7858 screening. Computer literacy and strong presentation are essential, with the ability to engage politely with visitors and senior management.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
• You will be required to undergo screening and vetting (BS7858).
• SIA licensed essential.
• Computer literate.
• Able to interact at all levels from visitors to senior management.
• High standards of personal presentation.

Responsibilities

• Recording of vehicles, visitors and contractors as well as all site activities maintaining accurate records and a site daily occurrence record.
• Monitor site visually and via CCTV and be fully conversant with the CCTV and site electronic security systems responding to alerts and alarms as required.
• Completing regular site patrols and inspections of client’s premises in accordance with the assignment Instructions.
• To show a professional security presence throughout the site.
• To fulfil health and safety responsibilities by adherence to the requirements of the company’s Health & Safety policy and Health & Safety Management plans.

Skills

SIA licence

Right to work

Screening awareness

Computer literacy

Professional presentation

Interpersonal skills

Job description

About The Role

Days of working

4 on 4 off rolling roster

As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Recording of vehicles, visitors and contractors as well as all site activities maintaining accurate records and a site daily occurrence record
• Monitor site visually and via CCTV and be fully conversant with the CCTV and site electronic security systems responding to alerts and alarms as required
• Completing regular site patrols and inspections of client’s premises in accordance with the assignment Instructions
• To show a professional security presence throughout the site
• To fulfil health and safety responsibilities by adherence to the requirements of the company’s Health & Safety policy and Health & Safety Management plans

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
• You will be required to undergo screening and vetting (BS7858)
• SIA licensed essential
• Computer literate
• Able to interact at all levels from visitors to senior management.
• High standards of personal presentation

About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values -Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

Why Work for OCS?

• Award-Winning Employer: Ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025 — we value and motivate our people.
• Digital Learning: The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career.
• Retail Perks: With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources.
• Professional Growth: 600+ live learners across UK&I — Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications!
• Flexible Pay: Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific)

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.