Security Officer

Securitas UK; West of England; On-site; GBP 42,706,000 - 47,665,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and Development opportunities

Mentorship

Big brand discounts

Give back schemes

Job summary

Securitas UK is seeking professional Security Officers for a corporate site in Bristol. The role involves patrolling, monitoring access points, CCTV, and responding to incidents across day and night shifts with a 4-on, 4-off pattern.

You will help keep people, property, and information secure, while delivering strong customer service and adhering to site policies. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, a valid SIA licence, and be eligible for BPSS/SC clearance.

Qualifications

• Must have been continuously resident in the UK for the last 5 years.
• Eligible to obtain BPSS and SC clearance.
• Hold a valid UK passport.
• Hold a valid SIA Licence.
• Flexible to work days, nights, weekends and public holidays.
• Strong written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Monitor access control, CCTV, and security systems.
• Conduct regular security patrols.
• Welcome and assist staff, visitors, and contractors.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and emergencies.
• Support evacuations and security procedures.
• Complete accurate reports and records.
• Deliver excellent customer service.
• Ensure compliance with site policies and regulations.

Skills

SIA Licence

English communication

UK work eligibility

Tools

BPSS

SC Clearance

Job description

Pay: £14.22

4-on, 4-off shift pattern averaging 42 hours per week, including days, nights, and weekends (07:00-19:00 / 19:00-07:00).

We’re Hiring: Security Officer

Location: Bristol, BS16 1EJ

Pay: £14.22

Hours: 4-on, 4-off shift pattern averaging 42 hours per week, including days, nights, and weekends (07:00-19:00 / 19:00-07:00).

From day one, you’ll gain access to outstanding Learning and Development opportunities, Mentorship, and a whole load of benefits from big brand discounts to give back schemes!

Grade: Site Based 3.1

See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.

We are seeking professional and motivated Security Officers to join our team at a prestigious corporate office in BS16, Bristol.

The successful Security Officer will work a 4 on, 4 off shift pattern covering days, nights, weekends, and public holidays.

Before You Apply

This role has the following mandatory requirements:

• You must have been continuously resident in the UK for the last 5 years.
• You must be eligible to obtain BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) and SC (Security Check) Clearance.
• You must hold a valid UK passport.
• You must hold a valid SIA Licence.

Please only apply if you meet all of the above requirements, as they are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

Job Description

You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:

• Monitoring access control, CCTV, and security systems.
• Conducting regular security patrols.
• Welcoming and assisting staff, visitors, and contractors.
• Responding to incidents, alarms, and emergencies.
• Supporting evacuations and security procedures.
• Completing accurate reports and records.
• Delivering excellent customer service.
• Ensuring compliance with site policies and regulations.

Please note - The responsibilities listed here aren’t the full picture—but they give you a good sense of the role. If you meet the minimum requirements and believe you’ve got what it takes to succeed, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for someone who sees a different world—someone who values teamwork, shows initiative, and wants to grow. Ideally, you’ll have:

• Valid SIA Licence.
• Flexible to work days, nights, weekends, and public holidays.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable employment, education, or address history.
• Hold a valid UK passport.
• Have been continuously resident in the UK for the last 5 years.
• Eligible to obtain BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) and SC (Security Check) Clearance.
• Willing to undergo security screening and background checks.
• British nationality required due to site security clearance requirements.

Additional Information

It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK! You're one step closer to joining a global team of 336,000+ colleagues who help make the world a safer place each and every day.

Here, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, which help guide how we operate and how our people experience work, each and every day! We have a promise too:

• Opportunity – We see potential in every person and situation
• People – We open our eyes to all that’s good
• Purpose – We make your world a safer place

So What You Can Expect

Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully. We know applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help. No matter the outcomes, you will always receive communication from us.

See an inclusive world

Inclusion isn’t a tick-box for us – it’s how we work. We know our strength comes from different perspectives, in every role and every team. We’re proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident employer. If you tell us you have a disability when you apply, and you meet the minimum requirements for the role, our Talent Team will guarantee you an interview.

Through our Employee Networks, the Race at Work Charter, the Armed Forces Covenant and more, our people drive real change. We celebrate diversity all year round with moments like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month – because seeing an inclusive world starts with how we show up every day.

See a rewarding world

We understand the importance of reward and recognition when it comes to our peoples work. From day one you’re able to:

• Save More: Exclusive employee big brand discounts through STRIVE, Cycle to Work savings, Specsavers offers and free mortgage advice.
• Look After Your Health: Healthcare cash plans, dental cover plans, 24/7 GP access, mental wellbeing support and online dental advice.
• Plan for Your Future: Pension scheme, Payroll ISA and financial wellbeing resources to help you achieve your goals.
• Peace of Mind: Life assurance and support for you and your family when it matters most.

Take the next step your career journey

Join a team that values you start your career with Securitas UK today.