Security Officer jobs in United Kingdom

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

• Front-of-house presence:Warmly meet, greet, and assist all visitors, staff, and contractors, ensuring a professional and approachable first impression
• Site patrols and safety checks:Conduct thorough and regular site patrols, with a strong focus on maintaining health and safety standards as well as overall site security
• Regulatory compliance:Ensure full compliance with all relevant government regulations, demonstrating diligence and attention to detail
• Emergency response support:Provide calm and effective assistance during emergencies, including site evacuations, and carry out staff searches when required, with sensitivity and professionalism
• Situational awareness:Stay alert to potential risks or changes in the environment, taking swift action to minimise disruption and protect people and property
• Record keeping and reporting:Keep detailed and accurate records of all visitors, staff, contractors, couriers, activities, and incidents ensuring transparency and accountability
• Shift handover procedures:Facilitate clear and comprehensive handovers between security personnel at the end of each shift, promoting continuity and effective communication

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.

Job Description

Responsibilities

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

• Front-of-house presence:Warmly meet, greet, and assist all visitors, staff, and contractors, ensuring a professional and approachable first impression
• Site patrols and safety checks:Conduct thorough and regular site patrols, with a strong focus on maintaining health and safety standards as well as overall site security
• Regulatory compliance:Ensure full compliance with all relevant government regulations, demonstrating diligence and attention to detail
• Emergency response support:Provide calm and effective assistance during emergencies, including site evacuations, and carry out staff searches when required, with sensitivity and professionalism
• Situational awareness:Stay alert to potential risks or changes in the environment, taking swift action to minimise disruption and protect people and property
• Record keeping and reporting:Keep detailed and accurate records of all visitors, staff, contractors, couriers, activities, and incidents ensuring transparency and accountability
• Shift handover procedures:Facilitate clear and comprehensive handovers between security personnel at the end of each shift, promoting continuity and effective communication

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.

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.
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends.
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history.
• British nationality and UK residency for the past 5 years (due to site requirements).
• 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.

It’s great to see you’re considering a career with us here at Securitas UK! You're one step away from joining our global team of over 375,000 professionals.

Why Choose Securitas UK?

At Securitas UK, we are on a mission to make the world a safer place, driven by our core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. We foster empowerment, innovation, and growth, offering industry-leading training and career development opportunities.

What You Can Expect

Applying for a new role can be exciting yet daunting. Our dedicated Recruitment Team carefully reviews every application, and we appreciate your patience. Need support? We’re here to help—just drop us an email.

Diversity & Inclusion: Be Yourself at Securitas

We are an all-inclusive employer, embracing individuality and diversity as key to our success. Our belonging strategy focuses on:

• Career Growth: Clear pathways from apprenticeships to leadership programs.
• Inclusive Leadership: A culture of respect, transparency, and collaboration.
• Fair Pay & Benefits: Competitive, equitable compensation and benefits.

Our Commitment to You

We support our workforce through initiatives such as:

• Employee Networks – Safe spaces to connect and influence policies for change.
• Race at Work Charter & Armed Forces Covenant – Supporting equality and inclusion.
• Disability Confident Employer – Ensuring accessibility with our Reasonable Adjustment Passport. With our Level 2Disability Confident Employer Certification - We commit to guaranteeingan interview to anyone who discloses a disability at screening, providing they live within the location requirements.
• Health & Well-being Programs – Mental health support and workplace wellness.
• Neurodiversity Top Employer Certification – Leading inclusivity for neurodivergent individuals.

We celebrate diversity year-round with events like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE, and Black History Month and so much more!

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