Security Officer

Security Officer – Newcastle, UK

Grade:
Site Based

Pay: £12.60 per hour

Hours: 50.4 hours per week / 4.7 days

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.

A Security Officer at Securitas will protect what’s important—empowering people to thrive. Your presence will make others feel safe, welcome, and supported. Whether you’re patrolling key areas, managing gatehouse duties, or being the friendly face clients rely on, you’ll be an essential part of something bigger. Every shift is a new chance to learn, grow, and make a difference.

• 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.
• Provide traffic control and apply parking restrictions as required.
• Carry out routine tests of security equipment where appropriate.
• Manage keys and perform locking and unlocking duties as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
• Ensure any equipment provided by the customer and Securitas is managed in accordance with procedures 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.
• Deal with lost property in accordance with the Assignment Instructions.

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.

• A valid SIA licence.
• Gatehouse Experience.
• Flexibility.
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history.
• Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken.

We’re looking for someone who sees a different world—someone who values teamwork, shows initiative, and wants to grow.

• STRIVE– Securitas Perks gives you access to a variety of discounts.
• Dental Plans – cash back towards everyday dental costs.
• HSF Health Plan – cash plans at discounted rates.
• Cycle to Work – cost‑effective bike purchase.
• Specsavers – savings on eye tests and spectacles.
• WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support, get‑fit programme and more.
• Toothfairy – online dental advice.
• Pension Plan – employer contributions plus tax relief.
• Payroll ISA – savings account.
• Free Mortgage Advice.
• Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub.
• Death in Service Benefit – life assurance for permanent employees.

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.

We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status. We support equality through Employee Networks, the Race at Work Charter, the Armed Forces Covenant, and celebrate diversity with events like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.

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.

Join a team that values you. Click “I’m Interested” and start your career with Securitas UK today.

See a different world.