Security Officer – Testwood

SGC Security Services Company; Testwood; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded EUSR Water Hygiene (Blue 

Job summary

SGC Security Services Company are seeking dedicated and vigilant Security Officers to join our team in Testwood on a permanent basis. The role involves outdoor work at water industry sites, patrolling up to 10+ km per shift and responding to incidents to keep staff, visitors, and infrastructure safe.

You will monitor access, operate security systems, and maintain professional communication with stakeholders while following all safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Requires valid SIA Licence (DS).
• First Aid certification required.
• Clear criminal background check.
• Previous security experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling duties.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Experience with access control and patrolling systems.
• Basic computer literacy for logging reports and using security systems.
• Ongoing training with clear career development pathways.
• Monthly pay and overtime available.
• Career progression opportunities.
• 12-hour shifts.
• 4 on 4 off shift pattern (day & night)
• Full uniform and PPE provided
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Fully funded EUSR Water Hygiene (Blue Card) training on onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control site access to authorised personnel only.
• Conduct regular foot patrols across challenging terrain (10 km+ per shift).
• Respond promptly to incidents and emergencies.
• Operate security systems and access control software.
• Maintain high situational awareness and assess on-site risks.
• De-escalate confrontations professionally.
• Liaise with management and emergency services during escalated incidents.
• Ensure compliance with security and safety protocols.
• Engage with the public courteously and professionally.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Manual handling

Shift flexibility

Situational awareness

Education

SIA Licence (DS)

First Aid Certification

Tools

Access control systems

Patrolling systems

Security reporting software

Job description

SGC are seeking dedicated and vigilant Security Officers to join our team in Testwood , working on a permanent basis (48 Hours per Week).

This role plays a vital part in protecting a critical water industry site, ensuring the safety of staff, visitors, and essential infrastructure. As stated in your document, the role is primarily outdoors in remote locations, overseeing the protection of water reservoirs and conducting regular patrols over varying terrain, including distances of over 10 km per shift.

Duties/Responsibilities

You will be responsible for maintaining a secure environment, deterring criminal activity, and preventing unauthorised access. Your duties will include:

• Monitoring and controlling access to ensure only authorised personnel enter the site.
• Conducting regular foot patrols across challenging terrain (10 km+ per shift).
• Responding promptly and effectively to incidents and emergencies.
• Operating and monitoring security systems and access control software.
• Maintaining high levels of situational awareness and assessing on-site risks.
• De-escalating confrontational situations with professionalism.
• Liaising with management, emergency services, and stakeholders during escalated incidents.
• Ensuring compliance with all security and safety protocols.
• Engaging with members of the public courteously and professionally.

These responsibilities reflect the job description, including “monitor and control access,” “conduct regular foot patrols,” and “respond promptly and effectively to security incidents”.

Requirements

• Valid SIA Licence (DS)
• First Aid Certification
• Clear criminal background check
• Previous security experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling duties
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends
• Experience with access control and patrolling systems
• Basic computer literacy for logging reports and using security systems
• Ongoing training with clear career development pathways
• Monthly pay
• Access to our online training portal
• Competitive pay with overtime available
• Career progression opportunities
• 12-hour shifts
• 4 on 4 off shift pattern (day & night shifts available)
• Full uniform and PPE provided
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Additional

To support your development and ensure compliance with water industry standards, we provide:

Fully funded EUSR Water Hygiene (Blue Card) training as part of your onboarding.

This essential qualification will be paid for by the company.

Pay rate: £13.45 per hour PAYE

As a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant:

“We are proud to pledge our support to our Armed Forces community and are delighted that our work within the security services sector has been recognised with this Gold Award.”