Security Officer

Hours: 42 hours per week

Grade: 3.1 Site Based

Location: Cambridge

Pay: £17.31 per hour

As a Security Officer at Securitas, you will protect people, property and information, patrol key areas, manage gatehouse duties, and provide a friendly presence to staff and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Prevent and deter unauthorised access to site. Monitor fire alarms, intruder alarms and CCTV as appropriate.
• Conduct external and internal security patrols as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
• Carry out routine tests of security equipment where appropriate.
• Manage keys and perform locking and unlocking duties as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
• Maintain all logbooks and records as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
• Issue visitor/contractor passes in accordance with the Assignment Instructions.
• Provide support, guidance and information to all staff, visitors and contractors whilst ensuring safeguarding of the premises.

Qualifications

• A valid SIA licence.
• 3+ years of security experience.
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5‑year checkable history.
• First aid qualifications.
• Strong communication skills in English – both written and spoken.

Benefits

• STRIVE – Securitas Perks gives access to discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending.
• Dental Plans offering cash back for dental examinations, X‑rays and treatment.
• HSF Health Plan providing discounted cash plans for medical costs.
• Cycle to Work facilitating cost‑effective bike and equipment purchases.
• Specsavers discounts for eye tests and spectacles.
• WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support, fitness programme and more.
• Toothfairy – online dental advice and guidance.
• Pension Plan with employer contribution and tax relief.
• Payroll ISA for long‑term savings.
• Free Mortgage Advice.
• Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub.
• Death in Service Benefit – permanent employees receive life assurance with a lump sum to beneficiaries.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status and Employee Networks. We support equality and celebrate diversity through events such as BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.

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