Security Officer: Patrol, Access Control & Customer Service

Securitas UK; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing support

Pension and financial wellbeing

Life assurance

Job summary

Securitas UK is seeking a Security Officer to help keep people, property and information safe across sites in the United Kingdom. You will monitor alarms, patrol areas, manage access, and support staff and contractors.

The role requires a valid SIA licence where possible, a UK driving licence, good English communication, and a commitment to safety and teamwork. Training is provided where needed, and you will join a diverse, service‑minded team.

Qualifications

• SIA licence preferred; training can be provided.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Customer service skills.
• Physically fit to patrol the site.
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history.
• Strong communication skills in English—written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Prevent and deter unauthorised access to site and monitor alarms.
• Conduct security patrols and manage traffic/parking as required.
• Carry out routine tests of security equipment where appropriate.
• Lock/unlock duties and manage keys and access control.
• Ensure equipment provided by customer and Securitas is maintained according to procedures.
• Maintain logbooks and records as detailed.
• Issue visitor/contractor passes.
• Deal with lost property.
• Provide support and information to staff, visitors and contractors.

Skills

SIA licence

Driving licence

Customer service

Physical fitness

Right to work in UK

English communication

Job description

Securitas UK is seeking a Security Officer to help keep people, property and information safe across sites in the United Kingdom. You will monitor alarms, patrol areas, manage access, and support staff and contractors.

The role requires a valid SIA licence where possible, a UK driving licence, good English communication, and a commitment to safety and teamwork. Training is provided where needed, and you will join a diverse, service‑minded team.