SECURITY OFFICER ROLE

Akon Security; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 13,776 - 19,286; Full time

Job summary

Akon Security is seeking a Security Officer based in Canterbury, covering sites across Kent and the South East of England. You will be the visible, professional presence ensuring safety across diverse environments, from retail to construction sites.

Daily duties include patrols, access control, incident response, and detailed reporting. The role emphasizes reliability, integrity and maintaining high standards, with on-going training opportunities and a commitment to public safety.

Qualifications

• SIA Security Guard licence is mandatory.
• Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) required.
• Conflict Management and Communication Skills training required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular foot and vehicle patrols of assigned sites
• Monitor and manage access control points
• Respond to alarms, incidents, and emergencies
• Complete accurate incident reports via Guardhouse
• Liaise with police, fire, and ambulance services as required
• Maintain a visible, professional presence at all times
• Represent Akon Security with integrity and discretion

Education

SIA Security Guard Licence

Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)

Conflict Management & Communication Skills Training

Job description

BASED IN CANTERBURY, COVERING KENT & SOUTH EAST ENGLAND

SECURITY OFFICER

Protect people, property and assets across a variety of sites. You'll be the visible, professional presence that makes clients feel safe and criminals think twice.

As a Security Officer at Akon, you're responsible for the safety and security of people and property across a range of client sites, from retail units and office buildings to construction sites and residential developments.

Your day involves conducting regular patrols, managing access points, monitoring for suspicious activity, responding to alarms and incidents, completing digital reports via our Guardhouse system and liaising with clients and emergency services when needed.

You're the face of Akon on site. Our clients chose us because of our standards and you're the reason those standards are maintained.

THE AKON SECURITY WAY

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct regular foot and vehicle patrols of assigned sites
• Monitor and manage access control points
• Respond to alarms, incidents, and emergencies
• Complete accurate, detailed incident reports via Guardhouse
• Liaise with police, fire, and ambulance services as required
• Maintain a visible, professional presence at all times
• Represent Akon Security with integrity and discretion

REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS & LICENSES

• SIA Security Guard Licence (minimum requirement)
• Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)
• Conflict Management & Communication Skills Training

Previous experience in security, military, or emergency services is an advantage but not essential. We value attitude, reliability, and professionalism above all else. If you're new to the industry, ask us about our OnnPoint Training pathway to help you get qualified.