Security Officer

We’re Hiring: Security Officer!

📍 Location: Witney, OX29 4BP
💰 Pay: £13.45 per hour 
📅 Hours: 42 hours average a week, working 4 on, 4 off nights: 6pm - 6am
🎓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: 3.1 Site Based

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

We are currently recruiting for a professional and reliable Security Officer to provide a high standard of service at a prestigious, forward-thinking site. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a globally recognised organisation known for its innovation, engineering excellence, and commitment to creating smarter, more sustainable environments. You will play a key role in protecting employees, visitors, and assets while delivering exceptional customer service and upholding the core values of integrity, vigilance, and helpfulness🛡️

As a Security Officer, you will be responsible for maintaining the safety and security of the premises through regular patrols, monitoring of CCTV and alarm systems, and effective access control. You will support the smooth day-to-day operations of a busy, high-performing site, ensuring all procedures are followed and risks are minimised. This position is ideal for someone proactive, detail-focused, and confident working in a professional, high-profile environment where excellence is expected✨

This isn’t just another job. It’s your opportunity to step into a role as a Security Officer where your potential is recognised, your contribution is valued, and your progress is supported every step of the way🌟

Additional benefits:🌟

• Free on-site parking
• Emergency first aid training fully funded
• Uniform provided

Responsibilities

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

• 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
• Carry out routine tests of security equipment where appropriate 
• Manage keys and perform locking and unlocking duties as 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 
• Provide support, guidance and information to all staff, visitors and contractors whilst ensuring safeguarding of the premises 

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.

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:

• A valid SIA licence
• Flexibility to work nights and weekends
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history
• Great customer service
• Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken

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.

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 ofIntegrity, 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 ourLevel 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 throughEmployee Networks - Our real change makers of the business.. YOU, theRace at Work Charter, and theArmed Forces Covenant. We also celebrate diversity with events likeBSL 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.