Security Officer: Patrols, Access Control & 24/7 Support

Securitas UK; Ayr; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing support

Pension benefits

Life assurance

EV Schemes eligibility

Employee discounts

Job summary

Securitas UK is seeking a vigilant Security Officer to help protect people, property and information across client sites in the United Kingdom. You’ll conduct patrols, monitor alarms, control access and respond to incidents in line with site instructions.

You’ll need a valid SIA licence, a UK work right and excellent communication in English. Driving licence is helpful but not essential; flexibility to work days, nights and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA licence is required.
• Driving licence is preferred but not essential.
• Physically fit for site patrolling.
• Flexible to work days, nights and weekends.
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history.
• Good written and spoken English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prevent and deter unauthorised access to the site and monitor alarms/CCTV.
• Carry out external and internal security patrols per site instructions.
• Manage traffic flow and enforce parking restrictions when required.
• Conduct routine tests of security equipment as appropriate.
• Manage keys and perform locking/unlocking duties per instructions.
• Ensure security equipment and logs are maintained according to procedures.
• Keep accurate records and logbooks as required by instructions.
• Issue visitor and contractor passes as directed.
• Handle lost property according to procedures.

Skills

SIA licence

Driving licence

Physical fitness

Flexible shifts

UK work eligibility

English skills

Job description

Securitas UK is seeking a vigilant Security Officer to help protect people, property and information across client sites in the United Kingdom. You’ll conduct patrols, monitor alarms, control access and respond to incidents in line with site instructions.

You’ll need a valid SIA licence, a UK work right and excellent communication in English. Driving licence is helpful but not essential; flexibility to work days, nights and weekends is required.