Security Officer

We’re Hiring: Security Officer

📍 Location: Bristol
💷 Pay Rate: £13.61 per hour
⏰ Hours: Average 42 hours per week
📅 Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off – Days & Nights
🕖 Shifts: 07:00–19:00 & 19:00–07:00
🎓 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.

Purpose: To deliver effective security services as a Security Officer at the assigned location, in accordance with Assignment Instructions and client requirements, ensuring the safety and protection of employees, property, and assets.

The Security Officer is committed to achieving the highest standards of customer service while consistently demonstrating and upholding Securitas’ core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. Please note that all required screening and licensing standards must be met.

We are seeking a highly professional Corporate Security Officer to join our team in supporting a prestigious client based in BS16 1FJ. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced security professional who takes pride in delivering a high standard of safety, protection, and customer service within a critical corporate environment.

Essential Requirements

• Hold a valid SIA Licence (Security Guarding or Door Supervisor).
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to remain calm, professional, and effective under pressure.
• Maintain a high level of integrity, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Be able to work a rotating shift pattern, including night shifts.
• Have the right to work in the UK.

Security Clearance Requirements: Due to the nature of this role, successful candidates must be able to obtain the following clearances:

• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS)
• Security Check (SC) Clearance*

*Please note: SC clearance requires applicants to have lived in the UK continuously for a minimum of five (5) years.Shift Pattern: 

• Average of 42 hours per week
• 12‑hour shifts
• 4 on / 4 off rotating shift pattern
• Flexibility to work both days and nights is required

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience in corporate or defence‑related security environments
• First Aid qualification
• CCTV (SIA) Licence

Responsibilities

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

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a visible and proactive security presence across the site
• Control access and egress, ensuring all personnel and visitors follow security protocols
• Conduct regular internal and external patrols
• Monitor CCTV and security systems in line with company procedures
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and emergencies professionally and efficiently
• Maintain accurate logs, reports, and incident records
• Deliver excellent customer service to staff, visitors, and contractors
• Support the client’s security culture and uphold site integrity at all times

Protection of Property and Premises

• Prevent and deter unauthorised access to the site at all times.
• Monitor fire alarms, intruder alarms, and CCTV systems in accordance with procedures.
• Conduct regular internal and external security patrols as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
• Provide traffic control services and enforce parking restrictions when required.
• Carry out routine checks of security equipment and ensure correct usage at all times.
• Manage keys, including secure locking and unlocking of buildings, in line with Assignment Instructions.
• Ensure all equipment issued by the customer and Securitas is used, maintained, and stored correctly.
• Maintain accurate logs, incident reports, and records in accordance with Assignment Instructions.
• Issue visitor and contractor passes as required and ensure compliance with site procedures.
• Handle and process lost property in line with Assignment Instructions.

Health and Safety

• Provide clear support, guidance, and information to staff, visitors, and contractors to ensure the safeguarding of the premises.
• Ensure all health and safety procedures are followed at all times.
• Record and promptly report any faults, hazards, unsafe practices, accidents, or incidents to supervisors or management.
• Ensure all access and egress routes remain clear and unobstructed at all times.
• Use and check First Aid equipment appropriately and report usage or shortages within First Aid boxes.
• Notify the Securitas Operations Centre (SOC) immediately in the event of any emergency and follow all given instructions.
• Investigate fire alarm activations and take appropriate action in accordance with site procedures.

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

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:

• A valid SIA licence.
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends.
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history.
• British nationality and UK residency for the past 5 years (due to site requirements).
• Strong communication skills in English—both 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.

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.

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