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    Relief Security Officer

    Company Description

    We’re Hiring: Relief Security Officer

    📍 Location: York, UK
    💰 Pay: £12.60 per hour 
    📅 Hours: 36 hours per week - 12 hour shifts 
    🎓 From day one, you’ll gain access to outstanding Learning and Development opportunities, Mentorship, and a whole load of benefits from big brand discounts to give back schemes!

    Grade: Site Based

    See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.

    As a Relief Security Officer at Securitas, you’ll do more than protect what’s important—you’ll empower people to thrive. Your presence will make others feel safe, welcome, and supported.

    Whether you’re patrolling key areas, managing gatehouse duties, or being the friendly face clients rely on, as a Relief Security Officer you’ll be an essential part of something bigger. Every shift is a new chance to learn, grow, and make a difference.

    This isn’t just another job. It’s your opportunity to step into a role as a Relief Security Officer where your potential is recognized, your contribution is valued, and your progress is supported every step of the way.

    Job Description

    Responsibilities

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

    • Collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute positively as part of a security team.
    • Covers shifts for regular security officers during absences, leave, or emergencies.
    • Communicate clearly and professionally.
    • Supporting emergency protocols, including evacuations and searches.
    • Keeping vigilant, reporting incidents, and preventing disruption.
    • Patrols assigned areas to monitor safety, security, and compliance.

    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.

    Qualifications

    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:

    • 1 year security experience minimum.
    • Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends.
    • The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history.
    • Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken.
    • SIA Security/ Door Supervisor Licence.
    • First Aid Qualification.

     

    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.

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