Security Officer

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Location:

London LHR
35
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Pay: £13.50 per Hour
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Hours:

56 (6 days on, 3 off Day, Nights and Weekends)
🎓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!

See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.

As a Security Officer at Securitas, you’ll do more than safeguard property—you’ll create an environment where people feel secure and supported. Your presence will inspire confidence and peace of mind.

Whether you’re monitoring access points, conducting regular patrols, or being the reassuring face employees and visitors rely on, as a Security Officer you’ll play a vital role in maintaining safety and trust. Working on behalf of one of the world’s leading organisations, every shift offers an opportunity to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact.

This isn’t just another job. It’s your chance to step into a Security Officer role where your skills are valued, your potential is recognised, and your career development is supported every step of the way.

Responsibilities

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

• Prevent unauthorised access and monitor alarms and CCTV systems.
• Conduct regular internal and external security patrols.
• Manage traffic control and enforce parking restrictions.
• Perform routine checks on security equipment and report issues.
• Lock and unlock premises as per assignment instructions.
• Maintain accurate logbooks and security records.
• Issue visitor and contractor passes in line with procedures.
• Provide safety guidance to staff, visitors, and contractors.
• Report hazards, accidents, and unsafe practices promptly.
• Respond to emergencies and investigate fire alarm activations.

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.
• Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken.
• Be willing and able to work shifts covering days, nights and weekends.
• A First Aid qualification would be advantageous
• Be punctual and reliable

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
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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
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