Security Officer

Sodexo; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Opportunities for career development

Plus our Sodexo employee benefits pack

Job summary

Sodexo is hiring a Security Officer in York for a full-time role. You will help maintain a safe environment, patrol premises, monitor CCTV, manage access, and respond to incidents while ensuring high-quality customer service.

Key requirements include an essential SIA licence, EFAW certificate, and experience in frontline service. The role offers training, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guarding licence is essential.
• Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) certificate.
• Experience in a customer-facing or frontline service role.
• Good knowledge of security procedures and safe working practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to remain calm and respond effectively during emergencies or challenging situations.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate written records.
• Good IT skills, including confidence using computers and security systems.
• The ability to work independently, use your initiative and contribute positively to a team.
• A reliable, flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Previous experience with CCTV, patrolling, weighbridge operations or facilities management would be advantageous.
• A full, clean driving licence would be beneficial and may be required for site vehicle duties.
• The ability to undertake a physically active role, including standing, walking, climbing stairs and carrying out regular patrols.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays.
• A professional attitude with a strong commitment to customer service and safety.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain a safe and secure environment for employees, visitors and contractors, delivering a professional security service.
• Carry out regular internal, external, perimeter and car park patrols, identifying and reporting potential security risks.
• Monitor CCTV, access control systems and fire alarms, responding appropriately to security concerns.
• Control access to and from the site, ensuring visitors, contractors, employees and vehicles follow security procedures.
• Welcome, register and induct visitors and contractors, providing a professional and helpful service.
• Respond promptly to security incidents, fire alarms, intruder alerts and emergencies, following established procedures.
• Carry out staff and vehicle searches when required and in accordance with site policies.
• Operate the site weighbridge, accurately recording vehicle movements and relevant information.
• Complete daily security control room duties, including monitoring systems and maintaining accurate records.
• Prepare incident reports, witness statements, Health & Safety documentation and daily occurrence records.
• Identify and report hazards, near misses and security concerns, escalating issues appropriately.
• Work closely with colleagues, management, contractors and emergency services when required.
• Support new Security Officers with their induction and training, sharing knowledge of site procedures.
• Complete regular training and competency checks to maintain professional standards.
• Follow Health & Safety procedures, risk assessments and security assignment instructions.
• Carry out site vehicle patrols when required, ensuring safe driving practices and vehicle checks.
• Maintain a professional, approachable and customer-focused presence throughout your shift.

Skills

SIA Licence

EFAW Certificate

Customer service

Security procedures

Communication skills

Record keeping

IT skills

Independent worker

Driving licence

Physically active

Flexibility

Job description

• Full time
• 42 hours per week
• 4 om 4 off both days and nights
• £13.72 per hour
• Free parking
• Opportunities for career development
• Plus our Sodexo employee benefits package

Security Officer

York - Full time

Protect our customers, unlock your career.

At Sodexo, we're passionate about our people.We know that our teams are the key to delivering exceptional service and the safety of our clients, customers, and employees. If you're a vigilant professional with a passion for security, then secure your career with Sodexo!

A role where you're the key to keeping everyone safe. Valued. Recognised. Rewarded.

What you'll do:

• Help maintain a safe and secure environment for employees, visitors and contractors, delivering a professional security service.
• Carry out regular internal, external, perimeter and car park patrols, identifying and reporting potential security risks.
• Monitor CCTV, access control systems and fire alarms, responding appropriately to security concerns.
• Control access to and from the site, ensuring visitors, contractors, employees and vehicles follow security procedures.
• Welcome, register and induct visitors and contractors, providing a professional and helpful service.
• Respond promptly to security incidents, fire alarms, intruder alerts and emergencies, following established procedures.
• Carry out staff and vehicle searches when required and in accordance with site policies.
• Operate the site weighbridge, accurately recording vehicle movements and relevant information.
• Complete daily security control room duties, including monitoring systems and maintaining accurate records.
• Prepare incident reports, witness statements, Health & Safety documentation and daily occurrence records.
• Identify and report hazards, near misses and security concerns, escalating issues appropriately.
• Work closely with colleagues, management, contractors and emergency services when required.
• Support new Security Officers with their induction and training, sharing knowledge of site procedures.
• Complete regular training and competency checks to maintain professional standards.
• Follow Health & Safety procedures, risk assessments and security assignment instructions.
• Carry out site vehicle patrols when required, ensuring safe driving practices and vehicle checks.
• Maintain a professional, approachable and customer-focused presence throughout your shift.

What you'll bring:

• A valid SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guarding licence - essential.
• Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) certificate.
• Previous experience in a customer-facing or frontline service role.
• Good knowledge of security procedures and safe working practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and approachable manner.
• The ability to remain calm and respond effectively during emergencies or challenging situations.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate written records.
• Good IT skills, including confidence using computers and security systems.
• The ability to work independently, use your initiative and contribute positively to a team.
• A reliable, flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Previous experience with CCTV, patrolling, weighbridge operations or facilities management would be advantageous.
• A full, clean driving licence would be beneficial and may be required for site vehicle duties.
• A willingness to undertake training and maintain the required security competencies.
• The ability to undertake a physically active role, including standing, walking, climbing stairs and carrying out regular patrols.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays.
• A professional attitude with a strong commitment to customer service and safety.

Why Sodexo?:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.

Belong in a company and team that values you for you.

Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.

Thrive in your own way.

We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
• Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailers
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
• Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
• Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies

A little more about Sodexo:

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins.

We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

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