Mobile Retail Security Officer - Travel Between Stores

OCS; Harwich (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

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Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking professional Mobile Retail Security Officers to support multiple supermarket locations. You’ll deter theft, monitor CCTV, respond to incidents, and deliver excellent customer service as a mobile officer across sites.

Ideal candidates hold a UK SIA licence, DBS clearance, and have a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Must have the Right to Work in the UK and ability to pass an enhanced DBS and BS7858 clearance.
• A valid SIA Licence (Door Supervisor or Security Guarding) and relevant security experience
• Full UK driving licence and use of own vehicle
• Previous experience in retail security or customer-facing roles preferred
• Strong observation and decision-making skills
• Confident handling confrontation and conflict situations
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• A reliable, proactive, and professional attitude
• Flexibility to work across multiple locations and varied shifts
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays

Responsibilities

• Provide a high-profile security presence to deter theft, anti-social behaviour, and store-related incidents
• Conduct regular patrols across shop floors, entrances, and store perimeters
• Monitor CCTV systems and identify suspicious activity in real time
• Respond quickly and effectively to incidents, alarms, and emergencies
• Carry out searches in line with company policies and legal requirements
• Liaise with store management and local teams to address risks and support loss prevention strategies
• Produce clear, accurate incident reports in a timely manner
• Deliver a professional and approachable customer experience, assisting with queries when required
• De-escalate challenging situations calmly and safely
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety, legal, and client-specific procedures
• Travel between sites as required and support wider security operations

Skills

SIA Licence

Right to Work UK

DBS clearance

Driving licence

Own vehicle

Security experience

Observation skills

Decision making

Communication skills

Flexibility

Shift flexibility

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking professional Mobile Retail Security Officers to support multiple supermarket locations. You’ll deter theft, monitor CCTV, respond to incidents, and deliver excellent customer service as a mobile officer across sites.

Ideal candidates hold a UK SIA licence, DBS clearance, and have a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays is required.