Company Description
We’re Hiring: Relief Security Officer!
Location: Hertfordshire and Essex: Hatfield, Harlow, Basildon, Canvey Islands, Chelmsford, Southend-on-Sea
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Hours: 36 hours per week: Working days, nights & weekends
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: 3.2 Relief
See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.
A Relief Security Officer is responsible for providing security services across multiple sites within a defined geographical area, ensuring the safety of people, property, and assets in line with site-specific requirements and assignment instructions. The role requires delivering a high standard of customer service while consistently demonstrating the organisation’s core values, including integrity, vigilance, and helpfulness
As a Relief Security Officer, you key responsibilities include preventing unauthorised access, monitoring security systems such as alarms and CCTV, and carrying out regular internal and external patrols. The role also involves managing site access, handling keys, completing equipment checks, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring all procedures are followed in line with company and client requirements.
This isn’t just another job. It’s your opportunity to step into a role as a Relief Security Officer where your potential is recognised, your contribution is valued, and your progress is supported every step of the way✨
Additional benefits:
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Competitive pay rates and overtime opportunities
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Ongoing training and career development opportunities
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Free on-site parking (if applicable)
Job Description
Responsibilities
You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:
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Prevent and deter unauthorised access to site. Monitor fire alarms, intruder alarms and CTV as appropriate
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Conduct external and internal security patrols as detailed in the Assignment Instructions
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Carry out routine tests of security equipment where appropriate
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Manage keys and perform locking and unlocking duties as detailed in the Assignment Instructions
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Maintain all logbooks and records as detailed in the Assignment Instructions
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Issue visitor/contractor passes in accordance with the Assignment Instructions
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To 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.
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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A valid SIA licence
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Driving licence and access to own vehicle is essential
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Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be British nationals and eligible to meet the necessary security requirements
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Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends
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The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history
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Physically fit and capable of long periods of standing and walking
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Able to multitask effectively. E.g. CCTV monitoring, patrols, incident response, and report writing
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Strong attention to detail
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Able to follow procedures and company policies
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Honest, trustworthy, and acts with integrity
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Great decision-making skills in challenging situations
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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.
Additional Information
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:
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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
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:
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Save More: Exclusive employee big brand discounts through STRIVE, Cycle to Work savings, Specsavers offers and free mortgage advice.
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Look After Your Health: Healthcare cash plans, dental cover plans, 24/7 GP access, mental wellbeing support and online dental advice.
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Plan for Your Future: Pension scheme, Payroll ISA and financial wellbeing resources to help you achieve your goals.
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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.
