We’re Hiring
Location: Bristol
Pay: £13.61 per hour
Hours: Average 42 hours per week
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off – Days & Nights (07:00 start)
Grade: Site Based
From day one, you’ll gain access to excellent Learning & Development, mentorship, and a wide range of benefits, including big‑brand discounts and give‑back schemes.
Purpose: To provide a security service at the working location in line with the Assignment Instructions and customer requirements in order to protect the customer’s employees, property, and other assets.
Qualifications: The Security Officer must have acquired the full SIA Licence before being able to start work on operational shifts.
What We’re Looking For
- Professional, reliable, and punctual individuals
- Strong customer service and security awareness
- Ability to work independently on a high‑profile site
- UK national (passport holder)
- Resident in the UK for the past 5 years
- Eligible for BPSS & SC Clearance
- Flexible to work days, nights, and weekends
Responsibilities
Protection of Property & Premises
- Prevent and deter unauthorised access to site
- Monitor fire alarms, intruder alarms, and CCTV
- Conduct internal and external patrols
- Control traffic and enforce parking restrictions
- Carry out routine security equipment checks
- Manage keys and locking/unlocking duties
- Maintain logbooks and site records
- Issue visitor and contractor passes
- Handle lost property correctly
- Report incidents, breaches, and suspicious activity promptly
Health & Safety
- Support staff, visitors, and contractors while safeguarding the premises
- Follow and enforce health & safety procedures at all times
- Record and report hazards, faults, and unsafe practices
- Ensure emergency routes and walkways remain clear
- Report First Aid usage and shortages
- Contact the Securitas Operations Centre (SOC) during emergencies
- Investigate fire alarm activations
- Promote a safe, secure, and professional environment at all times
Qualifications
Essential
- Valid SIA Licence
- Right to work in the UK
- Aged 18 or over
- 5‑year checkable employment history (or supporting documentation)
- No current criminal convictions
- Excellent spoken and written English
- Strong customer focus
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Punctual, professional, and reliable
- Flexible to work days, nights, and weekends
Desirable
- Previous experience as a Security Officer
- First Aid qualification
- Customer‑facing experience
- Knowledge of access control, site procedures, and incident reporting
- Full UK driving licence and access to own transport (not essential)
Benefits
- STRIVE – Securitas Perks gives you access to a range of discounts
- Dental Plans – support and cash back on everyday dental costs
- HSF Health Plan – healthcare cash plans at discounted rates
- Cycle to Work – cost‑effective bike and equipment scheme
- Specsavers – discounts on eye tests and spectacles
- WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support, and more
- Toothfairy – online dental advice and guidance
- Pension Plan – employer contribution and tax relief
- Payroll ISA – savings account for long‑term goals
- Free Mortgage Advice – financial support
- Go & Live – financial wellbeing hub
- Death in Service Benefit – life assurance for permanent employees
Diversity & Inclusion
We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status. We support equality through Employee Networks, the Race at Work Charter, and the Armed Forces Covenant.
Legal Notice
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.
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