Job Description
A Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for employees, visitors, and property. This includes monitoring premises, responding to incidents, and enforcing site-specific protocols.
There are multiple locations across the UK!
As Security Officer Your Key Responsibilities Include:
- Patrol and monitor premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion
- Authorise entry and exit of employees, visitors, and vehicles
- Respond to alarms and investigate disturbances
- Operate surveillance equipment (e.g., CCTV) and maintain logs
- Liaise with emergency services when necessary
- Conduct safety inspections and report hazards
- Enforce company policies and procedures
- Provide excellent customer service and conflict resolution
Security Officer Requirements:
- Valid SIA licence (Security Industry Authority)
- Strong observational and communication skills
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Basic IT skills for report writing and system monitoring
- Physical fitness for patrol duties
- 5-year checkable work history for vetting purposes
Security Officer Desirable Requirements:
- First Aid certification
- Experience in retail, corporate, or event security
- Fire Marshal or CCTV licence
Benefits For Security Officers Include:
Sharesave Scheme: Save over a fixed period (typically 3 years) with an option to buy shares at a discounted rate.
Travel Loan: Interest-free annual travel ticket loan up to 10,000 (after probation), repayable over 12 months.
Pension Plans: Auto-enrolment: 4% employee / 4% employer contributions from day one. Enhanced: 5% employee / 8% employer contributions (post-probation). Annual Leave (Competitive holiday entitlement based on role seniority)
Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support for personal and professional issues
Flu Vouchers: Annual flu jab vouchers redeemable at participating pharmacies
Digital Health Access: Unlimited Virtual GP, health checks, second opinions, nutrition and mental health support
Family Leave: (Supportive policies for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave)
Property Discounts: Reduced selling and letting fees on your private residential property
Referral Scheme: (Up to 750 reward for referring successful candidates)
Professional Memberships: (Fees covered for relevant industry bodies, plus training/exam support where applicable)
Cluster Groups & Workplace Platform: (Collaborative groups and internal social platform to enhance knowledge sharing and community)
Flexible Working: (A trust-based culture supporting work-life balance and hybrid options)
Cycle to Work Scheme: (Tax-efficient bike/e-bike purchase (up to 1,000) after probation)
SMR Lifestyles Programme: (Discounts across retail, leisure, and services via an employee portal)
Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives: (Participation in working groups promoting representation and equity across the business)
Charity Leave: (Up to 1 day per year for volunteering, matched with annual leave)
Give As You Earn: (GAYE) (Payroll giving scheme supporting charitable donations)
