Security Officer job in UK

About the Employer

The employer provides professional security and support services across a wide range of workplaces and public environments. Its teams help protect people, property, and business operations by maintaining safe, secure, and welcoming sites.

The organisation values professionalism, reliability, teamwork, and excellent customer service. Security officers play an important role in preventing incidents, responding to concerns, and supporting the smooth running of each location.

Role Overview

As a Security Officer, the successful candidate will help safeguard the client’s premises, employees, visitors, and assets. The role involves monitoring the site, controlling access, responding to incidents, and maintaining a visible security presence.

The officer will work closely with colleagues, customers, contractors, and emergency services when required. This position is well suited to someone observant, calm under pressure, and confident communicating with people from different backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities as a Security Officer

• Monitor the premises and identify potential security risks or unusual activity.
• Conduct regular patrols of internal and external areas.
• Control access to the site and check visitors, employees, contractors, and deliveries.
• Operate security systems, alarms, access-control equipment, and CCTV where required.
• Respond promptly and professionally to incidents, emergencies, and security concerns.
• Record incidents, observations, patrols, and relevant information accurately.
• Follow site instructions, security procedures, and company policies at all times.
• Provide a professional and helpful service to employees, visitors, and customers.
• Liaise with colleagues, site management, emergency services, and other relevant personnel.
• Support evacuation procedures and respond appropriately to fire, medical, or other emergencies.
• Protect company property and help prevent theft, damage, unauthorised access, and other incidents.
• Maintain a clean, professional, and visible presence while on duty.

Shift Pattern & Pay

The exact working hours, shift pattern, contract type, and hourly pay will depend on the assigned site and vacancy requirements. Candidates should review the official listing for the latest details before applying.

The role may involve:

• Full-time or part-time shifts.
• Day, evening, night, weekend, or bank holiday work.
• Extended periods of standing and walking.
• Additional responsibilities based on the security requirements of the site.

Start Your Career as a Security Officer

This Security Officer position offers an opportunity to build a rewarding career while helping create a safe and secure environment for employees, visitors, customers, and the wider organisation. The successful candidate will bring reliability, alertness, professionalism, and a strong sense of responsibility to every shift.

Whether already experienced in security or looking to develop within the industry, suitable applicants can make a valuable contribution by protecting people and property and delivering a high standard of service.

Apply now to become a Security Officer and help maintain a safe, secure, and professional environment every day.