Security Officer

Job Description

Purpose

• Provide security services at the working location in line with Assignment Instructions and customer requirements.
• Protect customers’ employees, property, and assets.
• Deliver high levels of customer service demonstrating Securitas’ core values: Integrity, Vigilance, Helpfulness.
• Must have a full SIA Licence before starting operational shifts.

Responsibilities

Protection of Property and Premises

• Prevent and deter unauthorized access.
• Monitor fire alarms, intruder alarms, and CCTV.
• Conduct external and internal patrols as per Assignment Instructions.
• Provide traffic control and apply parking restrictions.
• Carry out routine security equipment tests.
• Manage keys and perform locking/unlocking duties.
• Ensure equipment is managed per procedures.
• Maintain logs and records.
• Issue visitor/contractor passes.
• Deal with lost property.

Health and Safety

• Provide support, guidance, and information to staff, visitors, and contractors.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are followed.
• Record and report faults, hazards, and unsafe practices.
• Respond to accidents and emergencies.
• Ensure emergency escape routes are clear.
• Report First Aid equipment usage and shortages.
• Notify the Security Operations Centre of emergencies.
• Investigate fire alarm activations.

Prevent Loss and Waste

• Report property at risk of theft, damage, or vandalism.
• Switch off unnecessary lights and close windows during patrols.

Prevent and Deter Crime

• Operate radios, pagers, clocking equipment, and other security devices.
• Implement customer’s “stop and search” policies when required.
• Conduct initial investigations and report incidents (verbally and in writing) involving suspicious activities, objects, and vehicles.

Customer Service

• Deliver outstanding customer service.
• Take responsibility for resolving staff and visitor issues.
• Maintain high standards of personal presentation and uniform.
• Answer telephone calls professionally as per Assignment Instructions.

Other Responsibilities

• Book on at the start of each shift and make check calls per company policy.
• Complete paperwork promptly and follow cost-effective procedures.
• Undertake additional duties as requested by Branch Management.
• Demonstrate understanding of Securitas Core Values: Integrity, Vigilance, Helpfulness.
• Recognize risks and prioritize safety, complying with policies and training.

Competencies

• Manages Self
• Decision Making
• Communication Skills
• Operational Excellence
• Relationship Building and Networking

Person Specification

Essential:

• Must be working towards acquiring a valid SIA Licence.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Must be over 18.

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:

Essential Requirements

• Valid SIA licence (Security Guarding or Door Supervisor).
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends.
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history.
• Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken.
• No current criminal convictions.
• Ability to embody and uphold Securitas core values: Integrity, Vigilance, Helpfulness.
• Excellent communication skills and strong customer focus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Punctual and reliable.

Desirable

• Prior experience as a Security Officer in the security industry.
• A First Aid qualification would be advantageous.
• A full UK driving licence and own transport.
• Experience in corporate security, reception security, or control room duties.
• Competent in using CCTV, access control, and basic IT systems.

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.

Additional Information

It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK!
Join our global team of 336,000+ colleagues and help make the world a safer place.

At Securitas, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, and our People Promise:

• 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

What You Can Expect
Our Recruitment Team reviews every application carefully. Applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help.

Diversity & Inclusion – Be Yourself
We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status (we will always try our hardest to guarantee interviews for eligible candidates, should you meet the roles minimum requirements, having disclosed a disability to our Talent Team upon application). We support equality through Employee Networks - Our real change makers of the business.. YOU, the Race at Work Charter, and the Armed Forces Covenant. We also celebrate diversity with events like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.

Your Benefits

• STRIVE– Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending to suit your shopping habits.
• Dental Plans - A range of plans providing support, providing cash back towards everyday dental costs, such as dental examinations, X-rays, and treatment
• HSF Health Plan - Range of healthcare cash plans at highly discounted rates, providing families with peace of mind by getting cash back on everyday medical costs, such as dental check-ups, contact lenses and acupuncture, and by covering unexpected costs.
• Cycle to Work – A super cost-effective way of getting a brand new bike, cycling equipment or both. Save up to 42% of the usual cost and spread the cost over several months from your salary.
• Specsavers – Save money on eye tests and when purchasing spectacles.
• WeCare – A 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more.
• Toothfairy – Online access to advice and guidance, from real UK Dentists.
• Pension Plan – Plan for your financial future by building up a benefit in the Securitas Pension Plan, with the benefit of employer contribution plus tax relief on your contributions.
• Payroll ISA – An ISA savings account is a great way to meet your longer term personal financial goals.
• Free Mortgage Advice
• Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub
• Death in Service Benefit - Permanent employees are automatically covered for Life Assurance, which would provide a lump sum benefit to your beneficiaries in the unfortunate event of death in service whilst employed by Securitas

Take the Next Step
Join a team that values you. Click ‘I’m Interested’ and start your career with Securitas UK today.

See a different world.