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Relief Security Officer- 42 hours

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Relief Security Officer at Securitas working 42 contracted hours on 12-hour day, night and weekend shifts, protecting a site through patrols, access control, searches and incident reporting. Requires a valid SIA licence and eligibility for UK SC security clearance.

🔒 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

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

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

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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

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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.

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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).

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