Company Description
We’re Hiring: Relief Security Officer
Location: Cumbria - LA14
Pay: Site Rated.
Hours: 36 hours per week | Variable days, nights and 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: Site Based
See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.
We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a key player in the UK offshore wind energy sector, for an exciting Relief Security Officer opportunity based in Cumbria.
This is your chance to join a professional security team supporting critical infrastructure within one of the UK’s fastest-growing and most important industries.
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference every day?
As a Relief Security Officer, you’ll play an important role in protecting people, property, and vital infrastructure while building a long-term career within the security industry.
Relief Security Officer is an exciting and varied role offering the opportunity to get involved in site patrols, searches, emergency response, and delivering exceptional customer service. No two days are the same, and you’ll gain valuable experience while developing skills that can open doors to future progression opportunities.
Whether you’re starting your career in security or looking for your next challenge, this role offers the chance to grow within a supportive and professional environment where your contribution truly matters.
✨ Some Benefits of Working With Us ✨
️️ Free On-Site Gym Membership
Dental plan – helping you keep that smile healthy
Pension scheme – invest in your future
Payroll ISA – smart, tax-efficient savings made easy
Learning & Development opportunities, mentoring, and much more
Join us and enjoy a workplace that genuinely values and supports you.
Job Description
Responsibilities
You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:
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Active Patrols: Regularly patrol designated areas to detect and deter suspicious activity. Your vigilance will ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone
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Thorough Searches: Conduct detailed searches, following our comprehensive company policies and procedures. Your meticulous attention to detail will help keep our restricted areas safe
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Detailed Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate records and complete necessary paperwork related to security incidents and observations
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Effective Communication: Collaborate with colleagues, supervisors and various external authorities to report incidents and coordinate responses to security issues
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Exceptional Customer Service: Provide outstanding customer service to employees, visitors, and guests with professionalism and courtesy
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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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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Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoke
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.
See a different world.
