Relief Security Officer

Role description

We’re Hiring: Relief Security Officer

📍 Location: Bristol, BS32 4QH

💰 Pay: £14.00 per hour

📅 Hours: Various shifts including days, nights, and weekends (average 36 hours per week)

🎓 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.

As a Relief Security Officer , you will provide security services across a variety of sites within a designated geographical area as required. The Relief Security Officer will be responsible for protecting employees, property, and assets in line with Assignment Instructions and site-specific customer requirements, while delivering exceptional customer service. The Relief Security Officer will consistently demonstrate Securitas' core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness and must hold a valid SIA licence before commencing operational duties.

Responsibilities

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

Welcoming and assisting staff, visitors, and contractors.

Conducting regular safety and security patrols.

Ensuring compliance with regulations and procedures.

Supporting emergency protocols, including evacuations and searches.

Keeping vigilant, reporting incidents, and preventing disruption.

Accurately maintaining records of all activity and handovers.

Provide a visible security presence across the site

Conduct regular foot patrols

Monitor CCTV systems and security alarms

Manage access control and visitor sign-in procedures

Respond to incidents and emergencies professionally

Complete accurate incident and shift reports

Assist employees, contractors, and visitors

Ensure all health, safety, and security procedures are followed at all times

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:

What We're Looking For:

Valid SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guarding Licence

Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle

Previous corporate security experience preferred

Ability to obtain and maintain BPSS and Security Check (SC) clearance

Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Strong customer service and interpersonal skills

Professional appearance and attitude

Strong attention to detail and observational skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions

Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently

Flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, and public holidays

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! You're one step closer to joining a global team of 336,000+ colleagues who help make the world a safer place each and every day.

Here, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, which help guide how we operate and how our people experience work, each and every day! We have a promise too:

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

So what you can expect

Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully. We know applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help. No matter the outcomes, you will always receive communication from us.

See an inclusive world

Inclusion isn’t a tick-box for us – it’s how we work. We know our strength comes from different perspectives, in every role and every team. We’re proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident employer. If you tell us you have a disability when you apply, and you meet the minimum requirements for the role, our Talent Team will guarantee you an interview.

Through our Employee Networks, the Race at Work Charter, the Armed Forces Covenant and more, our people drive real change. We celebrate diversity all year round with moments like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month – because seeing an inclusive world starts with how we show up every day.

See a rewarding world

We understand the importance of reward and recognition when it comes to our peoples work. From day one you're able to:

Save More: Exclusive employee big brand discounts through STRIVE, Cycle to Work savings, Specsavers offers and free mortgage advice.

Look After Your Health: Healthcare cash plans, dental cover plans, 24/7 GP access, mental wellbeing support and online dental advice.

Plan for Your Future: Pension scheme, Payroll ISA and financial wellbeing resources to help you achieve your goals.

Peace of Mind: Life assurance and support for you and your family when it matters most.

Take the next step your career journey

Join a team that values you start your career with Securitas UK today.

Click ‘I’m Interested’ to see a different world.