Company Description
We’re Hiring: Security Officer
📍 Location: Marshfield, Newport
💰 Pay: 17.07
📅 Hours: 12 hours
🎓 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.
To provide a security officer service at the working location in line with the Assignment Instructions and customer requirements in order to protect the customer’s employees, property, and other assets.
To deliver the highest levels of customer service which consistently demonstrate Securitas’ core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness.
(NB: the prospective Security Officer must have acquired the full SIA licence before being able to start work on operational shifts. The Security Officer will be expected to uphold all company standards and procedures at all times.)
- Valid SIA licence
- Right to work in the UK
- Minimum 3 years’ security experience
- Five‑year checkable work history
- Reason, Strong English communication — written and verbal
- able commuting distance to site
- Good organisational skills
- Reliable and customer‑focused, committed to excellent service
- Organised — manage time and responsibilities effectively
- Communication — strong written and spoken interactions
- Self‑management — able to work independently with confidence
- Problem‑solving skills — resolve issues quickly and effectively
- Relationship‑building — positive interactions with colleagues, clients, and visitors
- Customer‑focused — prioritise satisfaction, safety, and service
- Professional appearance and conduct at all times
- Fixed‑term contract (6 months) with excellent location and amenities
Job Description
Responsibilities
Protection of Property and Premises
- Prevent and deter unauthorised access to the site.
- Monitor fire alarms, intruder alarms, and CCTV systems as required.
- Conduct internal and external security patrols in accordance with Assignment Instructions.
- Manage traffic control and enforce parking restrictions where necessary.
- Carry out routine tests and checks of security equipment.
- Manage keys and perform all locking and unlocking tasks as directed.
- Ensure all equipment provided by the customer and Securitas is used and maintained according to Assignment Instructions.
- Maintain accurate logbooks, records, and documentation.
- Issue visitor and contractor passes in alignment with site procedures.
- Handle lost property in accordance with Assignment Instructions.
Health and Safety
- Provide support, guidance, and information to staff, visitors, and contractors to help ensure a safe environment.
- Ensure all health and safety procedures are followed at all times.
- Record and report faults, hazards, unsafe practices, and all accidents to a supervisor or manager.
- Maintain clear walkways and emergency escape routes at all times.
- Report any use of First Aid equipment and highlight any shortages or issues with First Aid supplies.
- Notify the Securitas Operations Centre (SOC) in the event of emergencies and follow all instructions provided.
- Investigate and report the cause of all fire alarm activations.
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.
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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:
- · Valid SIA licence
- · Flexible availability to work days, nights, and weekends
- · Right to work in the UK with a 5‑year checkable history
- · Strong English communication skills 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.
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.
