Company Description
🚨 Take the next professional step in your security career
Securitas is recruiting experienced Corporate Security Officers for a high‑security warehouse facility in the Heathrow area.
This role offers a genuine opportunity to achieve Security Clearance (SC) and build a long‑term career within a professional environment, supported by industry‑leading training and benefits.
This position is suited to committed, career‑minded security professionals who understand the responsibility and standards required for government‑vetted roles.
📍 Location: Heathrow area (TW6)
💰 Pay: £17.00 per hour
📅 Hours: 42–48 hours per week | Days, nights & weekends | 4 on / 4 off
🏷️ Grade: Site Based
See a Different World. Where potential is recognised and progress is nurtured.
⚠️ Before You Apply - This site requires SC (Security Clearance). To be eligible for the clearance, you must:
- Be a British national
- Hold a valid British passport
- Have lived in the UK continuously for the past 5 years
Please only apply if you meet these requirements, as they are mandatory for this opportunity.
🔐 Security Clearance Commitment
Applicants must be willing and able to undertake and successfully complete SC clearance. Securitas will support you through the vetting process from start to finish. Once you achieve clearance you can then begin your career with Securitas.
Please review the Government Vetting guidance before applying, as this role requires long‑term commitment and integrity: Guidance pack for Applicants - Government Vetting
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct internal and external security patrols and routine equipment testing
- Monitor access control, CCTV and alarm systems (Bosch, Lenel) within a SOC environment
- Respond to alarms, investigate incidents and manage access control alerts
- Dispatch and coordinate Security Officers using radio and security systems
- Manage keys, locking/unlocking procedures and parking/traffic control
- Deliver a consistently high standard of customer service
- Log, investigate and escalate technical faults and security incidents
- Coordinate emergency incidents and liaise with first responders
- Maintain accurate records, logs and professional handovers
- Issue passes, manage visitors/contractors and lost property
- Identify and report health & safety concerns and unsafe practices
- Undertake any other duties as requested by Management
Please note - The responsibilities listed here aren’t the full picture—but they give you a good sense of the role.
Qualifications
Essential Requirements
- Right to work in the UK with a minimum 5‑year checkable history
- British National, resident in the UK for the last 5 years (SC requirement)
- Valid SIA licence (DS / SG / CCTV)
- Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle, with the ability to reach site within 45 minutes
- No current criminal convictions
- Strong commitment and dedication to completing the SC clearance process
- Previous experience as a Security Officer in the security industry
- Confident with using and in-depth knowledge of CCTV surveillance equipment, access controls and alarm systems, experience in the SOC environment is beneficial
- Excellent written and verbal English - and the ability to convey information to a third party in a concise manner
- Proficient in report writing to document incidents clearly and accurately
- Calm, professional approach under pressure and in high-stress situations – maintaining attention to detail
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and incident management – a keen eye for detail and the ability to identify and respond to potential risks
- Strong IT knowledge, with proficiency in using software, databases, and communication systems
- Confident with using and in-depth knowledge of CCTV surveillance equipment, access controls and alarm systems, experience in the SOC environment is beneficial
Desirable (but not essential)
- CCTV licence
- Security Management experience
Additional Information
It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK! You're one step closer to joining a global team of 336,000+ colleagues who help make the world a safer place each and every day.
Here, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, which help guide how we operate and how our people experience work, each and every day! We have a promise too:
- 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
So what you can expect
Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully. We know applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help. No matter the outcomes, you will always receive communication from us.
See an inclusive world
Inclusion isn’t a tick-box for us – it’s how we work. We know our strength comes from different perspectives, in every role and every team. We’re proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident employer. If you tell us you have a disability when you apply, and you meet the minimum requirements for the role, our Talent Team will guarantee you an interview.
Through our Employee Networks, the Race at Work Charter, the Armed Forces Covenant and more, our people drive real change. We celebrate diversity all year round with moments like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month – because seeing an inclusive world starts with how we show up every day.
See a rewarding world
We understand the importance of reward and recognition when it comes to our peoples work. From day one you're able to:
- Save More: Exclusive employee big brand discounts through STRIVE, Cycle to Work savings, Specsavers offers and free mortgage advice.
- Look After Your Health: Healthcare cash plans, dental cover plans, 24/7 GP access, mental wellbeing support and online dental advice.
- Plan for Your Future: Pension scheme, Payroll ISA and financial wellbeing resources to help you achieve your goals.
- Peace of Mind: Life assurance and support for you and your family when it matters most.
Take the next step your career journey
Join a team that values you start your career with Securitas UK today.
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