Senior Security Officer

Securitas; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services provider in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Security Officer to oversee all security operations. You will manage daily activities, conduct patrols, and lead a team to ensure safety and security compliance. The ideal candidate will have a valid SIA licence, over 2 years of security supervision experience, and strong decision-making skills. This role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits in a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Access to discounts on retail and services

Dental and health plans

Cycle to Work scheme

Pension Plan with employer contributions

Death in Service Benefit

Qualifications

• Must have a valid SIA licence.
• Require more than 2 years of experience in security supervision.
• Must be competent in making decisions independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily security operations including surveillance and access control.
• Conduct regular patrols and assess potential risks.
• Lead investigations into security breaches and prepare incident reports.

Skills

Teamwork

Initiative

IT skills

Organisational skills

Strong communication skills in English

Education

Valid SIA licence

2+ years experience in security

Job description

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Company Description

We're Hiring: Senior Security Officer!

Location: Cambridge, CB1 2FB
Pay: £15.65 per hour
Hours: 50 hours per week: Monday - Friday
From day one, you'll gain access to outstanding Learning and Development opportunities, Mentorship, and a whole load of benefits from big brand discounts to give back schemes!

Grade: Direct

See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.

Role Overview

Join our team as a Senior Security Officer and play a pivotal role in safeguarding our organisation. In this leadership position, you will oversee all aspects of physical and operational security, ensuring the safety of employees, visitors, assets, and information. You'll implement robust security policies, supervise security personnel, and coordinate with external agencies to maintain a secure environment.

Your responsibilities as a Senior Security Officer will include managing daily security operations, conducting regular patrols, and assessing potential risks to prevent incidents. You'll lead by example, assigning duties and ensuring adherence to security protocols while investigating breaches and recommending corrective actions. If you're proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about risk management, we'd love to hear from you.

This isn't just another job. It's your opportunity to step into a role as a Senior Security Officer where your potential is recognised, your contribution is valued, and your progress is supported every step of the way.

Responsibilities

You'll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:

• Assign duties and ensure adherence to security patrols
• Oversee daily security operations including access control, surveillance, and incident reports
• Conduct regular patrols and inspections to identify vulnerabilities
• Assess potential threats and develop initiative-taking measures to minimise risks
• Investigate security breaches, prepare incident reports and recommend corrective actions
• Coordinate emergency preparedness drills and crisis management plans
• Function as the primary point of contact during emergencies

Please note - The responsibilities listed here aren't the full picture-but they give you a good sense of the role. If you meet the minimum requirements and believe you've got what it takes to succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications

What we're looking for:

We're looking for someone who sees a different world-someone who values teamwork, shows initiative, and wants to grow. Ideally, you'll have:

• A valid SIA licence
• 2+ years experience in security supervision, law enforcement or military service
• Ability to work on your own
• Competent in making decisions
• Great IT skills
• Great organisational skills
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history
• Strong communication skills in English-both written and spoken

Why Join Securitas?

We have a promise to our people, a 'People Promise' where opportunity, people and purpose play a vital role in our day to day!

Opportunity: We see potential in every person and situation
People: We open our eyes to all that's good
Purpose: We make your world a safer place

We believe in your future, not just your past. At Securitas, you'll find a career built on trust, respect, and progress.

Additional Information

It's great to see you're considering a career with Securitas UK!
Join our global team of 336,000+ colleagues and help make the world a safer place.

At Securitas, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, and our People Promise:

• Opportunity - We see potential in every person and situation
• People - We open our eyes to all that's good
• Purpose - We make your world a safer place

What You Can Expect

Our Recruitment Team reviews every application carefully. Applying can feel daunting, but we're here to support you-just email us if you need help.

Diversity & Inclusion - Be Yourself

We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status (we will always try out hardest to guarantee interviews for eligible candidates, should you meet the roles minimum requirements, having disclosed a disability to our Talent Team upon application). We support equality through Employee Networks - Our real change makers of the business.. YOU, the Race at Work Charter, and the Armed Forces Covenant. We also celebrate diversity with events like BSL Week, International Women's Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.

Your Benefits

• STRIVE- Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending to suit your shopping habits.
• Dental Plans - A range of plans providing support, providing cash back towards everyday dental costs, such as dental examinations, X-rays, and treatment
• HSF Health Plan - Range of healthcare cash plans at highly discounted rates, providing families with peace of mind by getting cash back on everyday medical costs, such as dental check-ups, contact lenses and acupuncture, and by covering unexpected costs.
• Cycle to Work - A super cost-effective way of getting a brand new bike, cycling equipment or both. Save up to 42% of the usual cost and spread the cost over several months from your salary.
• Specsavers - Save money on eye tests and when purchasing spectacles.
• WeCare - A 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more.
• Toothfairy - Online access to advice and guidance, from real UK Dentists.
• Pension Plan - Plan for your financial future by building up a benefit in the Securitas Pension Plan, with the benefit of employer contribution plus tax relief on your contributions.
• Payroll ISA - An ISA savings account is a great way to meet your longer term personal financial goals.
• Free Mortgage Advice
• Go & Live - Financial Wellbeing Hub
• Death in Service Benefit - Permanent employees are automatically covered for Life Assurance, which would provide a lump sum benefit to your beneficiaries in the unfortunate event of death in service whilst employed by Securitas

Take the Next Step

Join a team that values you. Click 'I'm Interested' and start your career with Securitas UK today.

See a different world.