Winchester Security Officer

Venturesec; Winchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Venturesec is seeking a professional SIA Security Officer to join our team in Winchester. This role includes supervising daily operations, providing a visible security presence, and undertaking routine patrols to reduce crime and antisocial behavior. The ideal candidate will hold a current SIA licence and a First Aid at Work qualification, with excellent communication skills and the ability to act on their initiative. A commitment to safety and effective communication with local authorities is essential.

Qualifications

• Current and active SIA licence (Door Supervisor or Close Protection).
• First Aid at Work qualification.
• Willingness to undergo Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations to ensure safety and compliance.
• Provide a visible security presence in the city centre.
• Undertake routine foot patrols and manage incidents.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to use own initiative

Good timekeeping

Smart and well-presented

Education

First Aid at Work qualification

Current and active SIA licence

Job description

We are looking for a professional SIA Security Officer to join our Winchester-based team as part of the Winchester BID Rangers, working as part of a dedicated team focused on reducing low‑level crime and antisocial behaviour in the area.

Duties

Supervise day to day operations to ensure work is carried out effectively, safely and in line with company policies and procedures.

Provide a visible, alert and smart security presence within Winchester City Centre.

Undertake routine foot patrols.

Respond to and manage incidents efficiently and effectively.

Utilise dedicated technology, including body‑worn CCTV, radios, mobile apps, and digital monitoring systems.

Maintain effective communication with the project supervisor ensuring that issues are raised and dealt with promptly and effectively.

Promote a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture, ensuring procedures are followed and risks are reported and managed.

Liaise with police, client representatives and other agencies as needed.

Complete necessary documentation including incident and occurrence reports as required.

Complete required screening and training programme to become an Accredited CSAS Officer (where applicable).

Candidate Requirements

Current and active SIA licence (either Door Supervisor or Close Protection).

First Aid at Work qualification.

Be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check and 10‑year background checks.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to use own initiative to assess situations and respond appropriately.

A good timekeeper and able to plan own workload.

Smart, well‑presented and confident in dealing with the general public.

Selection Process

Security officers at this site must have a valid SIA licence, either Door Supervision (DS) or Close Protection (CP).