Security Officer

Securitas; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning opportunities

Mentorship

Big brand discounts

Give back schemes

Job summary

Securitas is seeking a Security Officer at the Wimborne facility. The role requires guarding staff, visitors, property and assets while delivering customer service. You will uphold site procedures and maintain integrity and vigilance in a busy environment.

The position involves night shifts (4 on, 4 off), with strong emphasis on teamwork, compliance, and proactive security duties. Training and employee benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Licence
• Minimum 2 years' security experience
• Able to obtain BPSS Clearance
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable work history
• British national and UK resident for the past 5 years
• Flexible to work days, nights, weekends, and varying shift patterns
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills
• Professional, reliable, and able to remain calm under pressure
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to security duties

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist staff, visitors, and contractors.
• Conduct regular patrols and monitor CCTV, alarms, and security systems.
• Control access, manage keys, visitor passes, and lock/unlock procedures.
• Respond to emergencies, evacuations, fire alarms, and security incidents.
• Maintain accurate records, incident reports, and handovers.
• Ensure compliance with site procedures, security regulations, and health & safety requirements.
• Remain vigilant, prevent disruption, and protect people, property, and assets.
• Assist with searches, traffic management, parking control, and lost property when required.

Job description

Location: Wimborne, BH21 2BJ
Pay: £13.45 per hour
Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off (Nights)
Hours: 42 hours per week
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!

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

Join a global leader in defence aerospace technology at its Wimborne facility, specialising in world-class air-to-air refuelling and weapons carriage systems. As a Security Officer, you will provide a professional security service, protecting employees, visitors, property, and assets while delivering exceptional customer service. The Security Officer will ensure compliance with site procedures and customer requirements, maintaining the highest standards of integrity, vigilance, and professionalism. A Security Officer plays a vital role in supporting a safe, secure, and efficient working environment.

Job Description

Responsibilities

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

• Welcome and assist staff, visitors, and contractors.
• Conduct regular patrols and monitor CCTV, alarms, and security systems.
• Control access, manage keys, visitor passes, and lock/unlock procedures.
• Respond to emergencies, evacuations, fire alarms, and security incidents.
• Maintain accurate records, incident reports, and handovers.
• Ensure compliance with site procedures, security regulations, and health & safety requirements.
• Remain vigilant, prevent disruption, and protect people, property, and assets.
• Assist with searches, traffic management, parking control, and lost property when required.

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
• Minimum 2 years' security experience
• Able to obtain BPSS Clearance
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable work history
• British national and UK resident for the past 5 years (site requirement)
• Flexible to work days, nights, weekends, and varying shift patterns
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills
• Professional, reliable, and able to remain calm under pressure
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to security duties

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 youstart your career with Securitas UK today.