Job Description

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At Securitas, we’re dedicated to protecting what matters most. With over 300,000 employees worldwide, we offer innovative security solutions tailored to each client’s needs. From on-site officers 🚓 to advanced surveillance 🎥, we use the latest technology to deliver top-tier protection.

Be part of a trusted team, where your contribution makes a real difference in safeguarding people, assets, and information. Join us today and help create safer environments for businesses and communities! 💼🌟

Job Description

🔒 Relief Security Officer – Reading | £15.79 per hour 🔒

12 hour shifts- Days, Nights & Weekends

Contracted Hours: 42 hours per week

Location: Reading

Pay Rate: £14.56 - £15.14 per hour

✅ Benefits:

• Guaranteed 42 hours per week
• Paid induction and ongoing training
• Company-provided uniform and equipment
• Support with obtaining SC Clearance
• Opportunities for promotion and development into supervisory roles
• Secure, long-term employment with a leading security provider

We are currently recruiting a professional and vigilant Relief security Officer to join our team at a high-profile site in Reading. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who take pride in delivering safety and security to people, property, and sensitive environments.

As a Security Officer you will be responsible for protecting people, property, and premises by maintaining a safe and secure environment. Their role involves monitoring access points, conducting patrols, responding to alarms or incidents, and ensuring compliance with site-specific security procedures. They act as a visible deterrent to potential threats, provide clear reporting and documentation, and often serve as the first point of contact for staff, visitors, and emergency services. Security Officers are expected to remain alert, professional, and courteous at all times, while upholding safety, confidentiality, and high standards of customer service.

📋 Responsibilities:

• Enforce site-specific security protocols and procedures
• Carry out internal and external patrols regardless of weather
• Ensure all personnel and vehicles entering the site are authorised
• Monitor health and safety hazards and escalate concerns
• Conduct bag, vehicle, or personnel searches if required
• Maintain a clean and professional appearance at all times
• Keep up-to-date records for all security activity and handovers
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and visitors professionally
• Support lock/unlock duties, key management, and access control logs
• Attend regular briefings and refresher training sessions
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion

Qualifications

✅ Requirements:

• Must hold a valid SIA Licence
• Eligible and willing to undergo SC (Security Clearance) checks – must have been a UK resident for at least 5 years
• 5-year checkable work or education history – full referencing required
• Excellent communication skills and high attention to detail
• Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure
• Willingness to work days, nights, and weekends

Additional Information

Based in Bournemouth to travel to Portsmouth and Weymouth when needed.

See a different world with Securitas UK

Ready to make a difference? You're one step closer to joining over 322,000 colleagues worldwide who help make your world a safer place every day.

At Securitas, our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness guide everything we do. We believe in making a clear promise to our people:

• Opportunity – Seeing potential in every person
• People – Putting people at the heart of what we do
• Purpose – Making your world a safer place

So what happens next?

Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully and is here to support you throughout the process. Whatever the outcome, you'll always hear back from us.

Creating spaces for you to belong

We're proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Through our networks, partnerships and celebrations throughout the year, we're building a culture where differences are valued and people can be themselves.

Ready to see a rewarding world?

From day one, you'll have access to a range of benefits, including:

• Employee discounts with leading global and local brands.
• Health and wellbeing support, 24/7 online GP services.
• Pension and financial wellbeing resources and support.
• Life assurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee eligibility to EV Schemes (Subject to graded benefits).

Keen to take the next step...

Join a team that values your contribution, supports your growth and helps you build a rewarding career.

Click "I'm Interested" and start seeing a different world with Securitas UK.