Security and Safety Officer

Securitas Ireland; Dublin; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Specified purpose contract

36 hours per week

Pension scheme

Job summary

Securitas Ireland is seeking a Security and Safety Officer on a specified purpose contract to uphold a safe, professional atmosphere within a data center environment. You will manage access control, CCTV monitoring, incident response, and coordination of security operations to support site resilience.

The role requires experience in high-security settings, PSA license, and strong communication skills to build relationships with clients and staff while adhering to SOPs and HSE standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a data center, critical infrastructure, or high-security environment is highly desirable.
• Valid PSA security license. FAR, Manual Handling, Fire warden training desirable.
• Strong understanding of integrated security systems, including Access Control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and alarm monitoring.
• Good working knowledge of Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) standards within a regulated environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and customer-focused approach.
• Strong problem-solving ability with a calm, methodical approach to incident management in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to follow strict procedures while maintaining attention to detail and situational awareness.
• Highly organized with strong multitasking, prioritization, and reporting skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and security reporting systems.
• Strong observational skills and experience using communication systems such as two-way radios.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team within a 24/7 shift-based environment.
• Fully flexible to work days, nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform a range of security and safety duties within a critical data center environment, including access control, CCTV monitoring, alarm response, and control room operations in line with site policies and procedures.
• Secure the facility by conducting proactive patrols, monitoring surveillance systems, inspecting infrastructure, and controlling access to sensitive and restricted areas.
• Assume immediate responsibility for incident and emergency response, including fire alarms, security breaches, and safety risks, ensuring swift escalation and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain the safe and uninterrupted flow of personnel, contractors, and vehicles across the site while enforcing strict security protocols.
• Produce accurate incident reports, logs, and operational records, ensuring all events are documented and communicated in line with compliance requirements.
• Identify, assess, and report all security threats, vulnerabilities, and health & safety risks during patrols or control room monitoring.
• Ensure full compliance with all security policies, SOPs, Operational Orders, and Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) regulations.
• Manage and operate access control systems, including badge issuance, access permissions, visitor management, and key control processes.
• Support contractor management activities, including escorting vendors, and ensuring adherence to site safety requirements.
• Monitor and enforce compliance of all personnel, contractors, and visitors with site security and safety standards.
• Support the coordination of site activities to ensure operational continuity and resilience within a 24/7 mission-critical environment.
• Assist with lost and found, administrative duties, and other operational support tasks as required.
• Deliver a high standard of customer service, building strong working relationships with clients, site teams, and stakeholders.

Skills

Data center experience

Security systems knowledge

PSA license

Health, safety & environment

Communication skills

Incident management

Procedural accuracy

Multitasking

MS Office

Two-way radio operation

Tools

Access Control

CCTV

Intrusion detection

Alarm monitoring

Job description

Are you ready to be a trusted presence in a dynamic and vital environment? At Securitas, our mission goes beyond securing premises - we protect people, property, and peace of mind. As a Security and Safety Officer on a specified purpose contract, you’ll be instrumental in maintaining a safe, professional, and welcoming atmosphere for clients, employees, and visitors.

Ballycoolin D15

Fully Flexible, Monday to Sunday, minimum 36 hours per week

€20.26 per hour plus €20.00 night allowance and Sunday premium

Join Today and Build a Better Tomorrow!

At Securitas Security Services we are united by our purpose of helping make your world a safer place, we are committed to ethics, sustainability, and compliance, our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness. We have created a culture where our people are empowered to be the best they can be.

We believe in celebrating our differences and creating a supportive environment where all voices are heard. Our colleagues are empowered to think big and push the boundaries of innovation. As a purpose-led organisation, we aspire to make a difference every day - and we’re looking for the best and brightest to join our team.

Career opportunities to fuel your future, together we can invest in your professional and personal growth. No matter where you are in your career, there are many training and development opportunities. Your career is in your hands, and we will help you maximize your potential!

We are always looking to grow too!

Join our team and use your talent and passion to help build a safer, healthier, and more efficient world.

Job Description

• Perform a range of security and safety duties within a critical data center environment, including access control, CCTV monitoring, alarm response, and control room operations in line with site policies and procedures.
• Secure the facility by conducting proactive patrols, monitoring surveillance systems, inspecting infrastructure, and controlling access to sensitive and restricted areas.
• Assume immediate responsibility for incident and emergency response, including fire alarms, security breaches, and safety risks, ensuring swift escalation and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain the safe and uninterrupted flow of personnel, contractors, and vehicles across the site while enforcing strict security protocols.
• Produce accurate incident reports, logs, and operational records, ensuring all events are documented and communicated in line with compliance requirements.
• Identify, assess, and report all security threats, vulnerabilities, and health & safety risks during patrols or control room monitoring.
• Ensure full compliance with all security policies, SOPs, Operational Orders, and Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) regulations.
• Manage and operate access control systems, including badge issuance, access permissions, visitor management, and key control processes.
• Support contractor management activities, including escorting vendors, and ensuring adherence to site safety requirements.
• Monitor and enforce compliance of all personnel, contractors, and visitors with site security and safety standards.
• Support the coordination of site activities to ensure operational continuity and resilience within a 24/7 mission-critical environment.
• Assist with lost and found, administrative duties, and other operational support tasks as required.
• Deliver a high standard of customer service, building strong working relationships with clients, site teams, and stakeholders.

Qualifications

Special skills and attributes include:

• Previous experience in a data center, critical infrastructure, or high-security environment is highly desirable.
• Valid PSA security license. FAR, Manual Handling, Fire warden training desirable.
• Strong understanding of integrated security systems, including Access Control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and alarm monitoring.
• Good working knowledge of Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) standards within a regulated environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and customer-focused approach.
• Strong problem-solving ability with a calm, methodical approach to incident management in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to follow strict procedures while maintaining attention to detail and situational awareness.
• Highly organized with strong multitasking, prioritization, and reporting skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and security reporting systems.
• Strong observational skills and experience using communication systems such as two-way radios.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team within a 24/7 shift-based environment.
• Fully flexible to work days, nights and weekends.

Additional Information

At Securitas, we believe in rewarding our people for their hard work. We offer a range of great benefits designed to support our people and their families.

These comprehensive benefits include discounted health care scheme, company pension, bike to work scheme, access to hundreds of discounts from well-known brands and retailers, access to hundreds of high-quality online education courses from some of the world’s leading learning institutions, ways to save for the future, and other resources to improve health and well-being.

Benefits

• Specified purpose contract, 36 hours hours a week contract of employment with the ability to work up to 48 hours per week
• 24 hour EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) free confidential counselling and advice supporting our employees in a number of areas.
• Employer Contribution Pension Scheme from the day you join the Company
• Progression, training and development opportunities
• Christmas Savings Scheme
• Discounted Private Healthcare Scheme (Cash back on everyday medical costs, such as dental check-ups, optical, GP and Emergency Department visits.)
• Internal recognition schemes
• Bicycle to work scheme from the day you join the Company (Save up to 52% on a bike and accessories)
• Employee Refer a friend incentives
• Life Assurance equal to one year's basic pay as per Employment Regulation Order (ERO)
• Overtime as per the ERO
• Sick Pay Scheme as per ERO
• SIPTU Representation Rights
• Substantial Maternity Leave top up payment

Securitas is an equal opportunities Employer

P.S.A. Licence Number : 00352

Website: https://www.securitas.ie/

Available jobs: https://www.securitas.ie/careers/available-jobs/

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Securitas Integrity Line: https://www.securitas.ie/sustainability/securitas-integrity-line/