Job Description

We’re Hiring: Security Officer

📍 Location Reading
💰 Pay: £14.91 per hour, £32,600 per year
📅 Hours: 42, 4 on 4 off
🎓 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!

Grade: Site Based

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

The security officer is responsible for preventing unauthorised access, monitoring fire and intruder alarms, CCTV, and overall site activity. Duties include conducting internal and external patrols, where the s ecurity officer manages traffic control points, carries out routine equipment tests, and oversees key control and locking procedures in line with Assignment Instructions. The security officer must also ensure customer‑provided equipment is used correctly, maintain accurate logs, manage visitor and contractor access, and handle lost property in accordance with site procedures.

Note, this role requires you to have the following:

Requirements

• Prior experience working within a control room environment
• Good telephone manner and confident communication skills
• Computer literate with strong IT ability
• MUST hold a valid SIA Licence and CCTV Licence
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends
• Right to work in the UK with a 5‑year checkable history
• Strong written and spoken communication skills in English

Responsibilities

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

Responsibilities

Prevent Loss and Waste

• Report risks of loss, damage, or vandalism.
• Switch off unnecessary lights and secure windows during patrols.

Prevent and Deter Crime

• Operate on‑site security devices.
• Follow stop‑and‑search procedures when required.
• Report incidents and suspicious activity.

Customer Service

• Deliver excellent customer service and resolve issues.
• Maintain a professional appearance.
• Answer calls professionally as per Assignment Instructions.

Other Responsibilities

• Book on at shift start and complete check calls.
• Complete paperwork and handovers promptly.
• Perform additional duties requested by management.
• Demonstrate Securitas Core Values.
• Identify risks and follow company procedures.

Health and Safety

• Support staff, visitors, and contractors to maintain safety.
• Follow H&S processes and report hazards or incidents.
• Keep escape routes clear.
• Check First Aid supplies and report shortages.
• Notify SOC in emergencies and follow instructions.
• 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.

Qualifications

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:

• Prior experience working within a control room environment
• Good telephone manner and confident communication skills
• Computer literate with strong IT ability
• MUST hold a valid SIA Licence and CCTV Licence
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends
• Right to work in the UK with a 5‑year checkable history
• Strong written and spoken communication skills in English

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 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.

Additional Information

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

Your Benefits

• STRIVE– Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending to suit your shopping habits.
• Dental Plans - A range of plans providing support, providing cash back towards everyday dental costs, such as dental examinations, X-rays, and treatment
• HSF Health Plan - Range of healthcare cash plans at highly discounted rates, providing families with peace of mind by getting cash back on everyday medical costs, such as dental check-ups, contact lenses and acupuncture, and by covering unexpected costs.
• Cycle to Work – A super cost-effective way of getting a brand new bike, cycling equipment or both. Save up to 42% of the usual cost and spread the cost over several months from your salary.
• Specsavers – Save money on eye tests and when purchasing spectacles.
• WeCare – A 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more.
• Toothfairy – Online access to advice and guidance, from real UK Dentists.
• Pension Plan – Plan for your financial future by building up a benefit in the Securitas Pension Plan, with the benefit of employer contribution plus tax relief on your contributions.
• Payroll ISA – An ISA savings account is a great way to meet your longer term personal financial goals.
• Free Mortgage Advice
• Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub
• Death in Service Benefit - Permanent employees are automatically covered for Life Assurance, which would provide a lump sum benefit to your beneficiaries in the unfortunate event of death in service whilst employed by Securitas

Take the Next Step

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

See a different world.