Security Officer

Role description

Join Securitas - Global Leader in Security Services! 🌍🔐

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! 💼🌟

Security Officer – Samlesbury (BB2 7LF)

💷 £14.56 per hour | ⏱️ 42 hours per week covering days, nights and weekends

🚗 Driver required – own vehicle essential

Ready for a role where you’re trusted to protect, respond, and act?

We’re hiring a Security Officer for a high-profile site covering Samlesbury. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where your presence genuinely matters.

If you’re reliable, switched on, and want a career in security, apply now.

What you’ll get

✅ £14.56 per hour

✅ Full-time 42 hours per week

✅ Paid training & full uniform

✅ Overtime opportunities

✅ Pension & holiday pay

✅ Employee discounts

✅ Real career progression

Your role

Patrol sites (foot & vehicle) to keep people and property safe

Control access – ID checks & visitor management

Monitor CCTV and act on incidents

Respond to alarms and emergencies

Maintain accurate reports and logs

👉 Active role – not desk-based

What we’re looking for

✔ Reliable and professional

✔ Calm under pressure

✔ Strong attention to detail

✔ Full UK driving licence + own vehicle

Essential requirement

🇬🇧 Must be a British national by birth or have held a British passport for 5+ years

Apply now

Join a professional team where your work is valued, visible, and makes a difference every shift.

What you’ll need

✔ Valid SIA Licence

✔ Strong communication skills with a customer-focused approach

✔ Ability to stay calm and professional under pressure

✔ Full UK driving licence + access to your own vehicle

✔ Physically fit (this is an active role with regular walking)

Essential requirements (site clearance)

🇬🇧 British national by birth OR British passport held for 5+ years

✔ 5-year checkable work history

✔ Must be able to obtain SC clearance

Ready to apply?

If you’re looking for a rewarding, hands-on security role and want to be part of a professional team operating across Samlesbury, we want to hear from you.

👉 Apply today and take the next step in your security career

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.

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