Security Officer

6 days ago


Barry, United Kingdom Securitas Security Services Full time
About the Role

Join Our Team as a Security Officer

Are you passionate about creating a safe and secure environment? Securitas is looking for a dedicated Security Officer to protect people and property within Barry.

As a vital member of our security team, you'll be on the frontline, closely monitoring activities and reporting any incidents with tools such as wands and metal detectors. With a strong focus on continuous training and service improvement, you'll play an essential role in maintaining a secure and safe environment.

Position Details:

  •  Shift Pattern: Nights and weekends
  • ⏰ Weekly Hours: 42hrs
  •  Qualifications: SIA license required
  •  Travel: Must have a Driving Licence & access to a vehicle or good transport links.


Why Work with Securitas?

At Securitas, we recognise and value your commitment to safety. As a Security Officer, you'll join a dynamic and supportive team, where your contributions are crucial to our security mission. Make a real difference in the safety and well-being of those you protect by joining us today


Job Opportunity
  • Patrol Duties: Carry out internal and external patrols, day and night, in all weather conditions to ensure the security and integrity of the site.
  • Customer-Facing Environment: Work in a customer-facing environment, handling situations politely, tactfully, and discreetly.
  • Access Control: Manage access to the site at various control points, vehicle barriers, and reception stations, ensuring adherence to access control measures and identification checks.
  • Emergency Response: Perform musters, evacuations, and other roles as required in the event of an emergency.
  • Search Duties: Conduct searches of vehicles and bags to maintain high security levels and meet client requirements.
  • Escort Duties: Escort and chaperone VIPs and other visitors as needed.
  • Key Management: Issue keys and perform locking and unlocking duties as detailed in the Assignment Instructions (AIs).
  • Safety Reporting: Report and record any faults, health and safety hazards, and unsafe working practices.


Skills Required:

  • Vigilant and Reliable: Ensure the safety and security of the site through diligent patrols and monitoring.
  • Strong Communication: Handle interactions with customers and visitors effectively and with discretion.
  • Attention to Detail: Maintain high standards of security through thorough searches and access control.
  • Adaptability: Handle various roles and responsibilities with flexibility and professionalism.
  • Commitment to Safety: Proactively report and address any safety hazards or security breaches.

Essential Skills
  • Basic understanding of fire safety and emergency response principles
  • Driving licence and access to own vehicle
  • Reside within 30 miles from site
  • Able to conduct patrols internal and external 
  • Ability to remain calm and composed for effective response during emergency situations
  • Valid SIA licence 
  • 5 year checkable employment/education history
  • 3+ years of security experience
  • Computer literate

DE&I

Securitas is an all-inclusive employer, and we encourage individuality within our company. We believe that diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords, but integral parts of our business strategy. Our goal is to create an environment where every employee feels that they belong regardless of their background or identity. Our belonging strategy has three pillars,

  • how you join us and develop your career,
  • the way we lead our teams
  • fair pay and benefits.


To achieve this, we have a number of initiatives: employee networks which are a safe space to build communities and influence practices, Race at Work Charter, Armed Forces Covenant, Disability Confident, Reasonable Adjustment Passport, Domestic Abuse Charter, Healthy Workplace Awards and we are leading the way in the Neurodiversity Top Employer Certification. We celebrate our differences throughout the year by recognising significant dates such as BSL Week, International Women's Day, PRIDE, Black History Month and many more.


If you want to learn more visit our website.


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