SIA Licensed Retail Security Officer | On-Demand Pay & Benefits

FGH Security Ltd; Old Warren; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Instant access to wages

Discounts in high street retailers

ACS Accredited

Real Living Wage Employer

Mind Employer

Training and progression opportunities

Job summary

FGH Security Ltd is seeking a Retail Security Officer for Reading. The role focuses on protecting assets and ensuring a safe shopping environment, with duties including guarding, customer assistance, and incident reporting. An SIA licence is required, and the position operates on an entry-level hourly rate.

The role is a fixed-term contract ending 31 March 2027, with shifts across 08:30–22:00, Monday to Sunday. Applicants must be able to provide a 5-year history and references upon request.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Retail Security Officer is required.
• A valid SIA Door Supervisor Licence or SIA Security Guarding Licence is required.
• Screening may require evidence of 5 year employment/education history and references on request.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper upkeep of in-store PPE and equipment (radios, body cams, pagers).
• Discreetly observe the store environment to maintain vigilance.
• Patrol and monitor security cameras to protect customers and staff.
• Provide friendly customer assistance and protect assets.
• Prevent theft, vandalism and other security threats within the store.
• Report observations and actions with accurate documentation to management.

Skills

Security practices

Customer service

Reporting

Communication

Job description

FGH Security Ltd is seeking a Retail Security Officer for Reading. The role focuses on protecting assets and ensuring a safe shopping environment, with duties including guarding, customer assistance, and incident reporting. An SIA licence is required, and the position operates on an entry-level hourly rate.

The role is a fixed-term contract ending 31 March 2027, with shifts across 08:30–22:00, Monday to Sunday. Applicants must be able to provide a 5-year history and references upon request.