Company Description
We’re Hiring: Mobile Patrol Officer
Location: Cardiff, UK
Pay: £13.40
Hours: 42 Hours 4 on 4 off nights
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 Mobile Security Officer, you will provide mobile security services and world-class client service excellence across a portfolio of client sites within a designated geographical area. As a Mobile Security Officer, you will perform various tasks such as locks/unlocks, escort services, alarm responses, vacant property inspections, patrols, and other mobile services as directed by the Deputy Branch Manager. Your role as a Mobile Security Officer is to protect clients' people, property, and assets while consistently upholding Securitas core values: Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness, ensuring their world is a safer place.
Job Description
Responsibilities
You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:
Key Skills & Essential Requirements
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Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and prioritise tasks
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Excellent timekeeping with a strong record of reliability
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Full UK manual driving licence with solid driving experience
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Valid SIA Licence
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Strong decision-making skills in fast-paced and dynamic environments
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Experienced in lone working while maintaining safety and professionalism
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Capable of managing a varied workload efficiently
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Experience working with a diverse range of customers and environments
Core Responsibilities (Mobile Security Officer)
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Deliver mobile security services including lock/unlock duties, internal/external patrols, alarm responses, property inspections, and escorts
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Maintain a professional, courteous, and helpful approach with clients, staff, and colleagues
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Follow assignment instructions and collaborate effectively with team members and Team Leaders
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Conduct dynamic risk assessments when attending client sites
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Complete accurate incident reports, including incidents, break-ins, health & safety issues, and road traffic accidents
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Use GRS/SMP reporting systems with accurate data capture and supporting evidence (photos where applicable)
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Drive safely in line with the Highway Code and company policies, ensuring vehicle and public safety
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Manage company vehicles, including checks and handovers at the start and end of each shift
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Handle keys in accordance with strict key management procedures
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Ensure compliance with SIA regulations, SOPs, and company policies at all times
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Maintain uniform standards, including displaying SIA licence and ID
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Secure company assets (e.g., PDAs, vehicles, dashcams) and ensure proper usage
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Remain flexible to cover different guarding districts and support other branches as required
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:
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Previous experience in a similar role preferred but not essential.
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Minimum of one year of mobile security experience preferred but not essential
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Full UK Manual Driving Licence.
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Valid SIA, Front Line Licence required to work as a Mobile Security Officer.
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Flexibility to work – days, nights, and weekends.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Good verbal and communication skills.
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Ability to remain calm under pressure.
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Client-focused with attention to detail.
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Commitment to delivering service excellence
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Must have the right to work in the UK.
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Have a five-year checkable employment history or be able to produce documentary evidence of any period of unemployment, self-employment, or full and part-time education during that period.
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The ability to embody and uphold the Securitas core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness.
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:
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Opportunity – We see potential in every person and situation
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People – We open our eyes to all that’s good
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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
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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.
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Dental Plans - A range of plans providing support, providing cash back towards everyday dental costs, such as dental examinations, X-rays, and treatment
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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.
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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.
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Specsavers – Save money on eye tests and when purchasing spectacles.
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WeCare – A 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more.
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Toothfairy – Online access to advice and guidance, from real UK Dentists.
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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.
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Payroll ISA – An ISA savings account is a great way to meet your longer term personal financial goals.
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Free Mortgage Advice
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Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub
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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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