Security Officer (Relief)

Securitas; Manchester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental plan

Payroll ISA

Big brand discounts

Give Back schemes

Job summary

Securitas in Manchester is seeking Relief Security Officers to provide professional security cover across multiple client sites in the Manchester area. You will perform patrols, access control, and customer-facing responsibilities, working independently when needed while being part of a supportive team.

This role requires an SIA Licence, valid UK driving licence, and SC clearance criteria. Candidates must be British nationals, with five years of UK residency, and be flexible to work days, nights

Qualifications

• SIA Licence.
• Good computer skills and familiarity with basic software.
• Driving Licence and access to a vehicle; ability to share licence details.
• SC clearance requirements for this role: British nationals and 5 years UK residence for security vetting.
• Must be fully flexible to work nights, days and weekends with short notice.
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history.
• Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Provide security cover across multiple client sites.
• Perform patrols and monitor access control.
• Respond to incidents and maintain logs.
• Manage keys and locking/unlocking duties as required.
• Operate security equipment and keep logs up to date.
• Deliver professional, reassuring service to clients and visitors.

Skills

SIA Licence

Computer Skills

Driving Licence

UK security clearance

Job description

Location: Manchester, UK -Various locations around Manchester and South Manchester
Pay:Site Rated+ paid millage.
Hours:48hours per week - Days, Nights and Weekends.

Please note: Due to the security (SC) clearance requirements for this role, applicants must be British nationals and have been resident in the UK continuously for the past five years to meet the eligibility criteria for security vetting.

From day one, you’ll have access to excellent Learning & Development opportunities, mentoring support and a wide range of benefits — from major brand discounts to meaningful give-back schemes.

Grade:Relief

See a Different World. Where potential is recognised and progress is supported.

At Securitas, we believe security is about people first. We create safe, welcoming environments where everyone can go about their day with confidence. As a Relief Security Officer, you’ll play a key role in making this happen across a variety of sites in Manchester.

About the Role

As a Relief Security Officer, you’ll provide professional and reassuring security cover across multiple client sites. Your presence will help ensure people feel safe, respected, and supported at all times.

You’ll carry out a range of duties depending on the site and shift, including patrols, access control, and customer-facing responsibilities. You’ll be trusted to work independently when required, while also being part of a wider, supportive team.

• Dental plan – helping you keep that smile healthy.
• Payroll ISA – smart, tax-efficient savings made easy.
• Big brand discounts & Give Back schemes – plus a whole load of additional benefits.
• And much more! – we're always looking for ways to support our team.

Job Description

Responsibilities

You’ll play an important role in keeping people, property, and information secure. Your responsibilities will include:

• Prevent and deter unauthorized access to site. Monitor fire alarms, intruder alarms, and CCTV as appropriate.
• Conduct external and internal security patrols as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
• Provide traffic control and apply parking restrictions as required.
• Carry out routine tests of security equipment where appropriate.
• Manage keys and perform locking and unlocking duties as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
• Ensure any equipment provided by the customer and Securitas is managed in accordance with procedures detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
• Maintain all logbooks and records as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
• Issue visitor/contractor passes in accordance with the Assignment Instructions.
• Deal with lost property in accordance with the Assignment Instructions.

Please note: This list gives an overview of the role but is not exhaustive. If you meet the essential requirements and feel this role could be right for you, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for someone who values teamwork, takes pride in their work, and is keen to develop. You don’t need to tick every box, but the ideal candidate will have:

• SIA Licence.
• Computer Skills,
• Driving Licence and access to vehicle -and able to send across the D/L Share code.
• (SC) clearance requirements for this role, applicants must be British nationals and have been resident in the UK continuously for the past five years to meet the eligibility criteria for security vetting.
• Must be fully flexible and able to work nights, days, weekends at short notice.
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable employment or address history.
• Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

Securitas is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the recruitment process and in the role.

Additional Information

See a different world with Securitas UK

Ready to make a difference? You're one step closer to joining over 322,000 colleagues worldwide who help make your world a safer place every day.

At Securitas, our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness guide everything we do. We believe in making a clear promise to our people:

• Opportunity – Seeing potential in every person
• People – Putting people at the heart of what we do
• Purpose – Making your world a safer place

So what happens next?

Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully and is here to support you throughout the process. Whatever the outcome, you'll always hear back from us.

Creating spaces for you to belong

We're proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Through our networks, partnerships and celebrations throughout the year, we're building a culture where differences are valued and people can be themselves.

Ready to see a rewarding world?

From day one, you'll have access to a range of benefits, including:

• Employee discounts with leading global and local brands.
• Health and wellbeing support, 24/7 online GP services.
• Pension and financial wellbeing resources and support.
• Life assurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee eligibility to EV Schemes (Subject to graded benefits).

Keen to take the next step...

Join a team that values your contribution, supports your growth and helps you build a rewarding career.