Securitas
Relief Security Officer
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Company Description
We’re Hiring: Relief Security Officer!
📍 Location: Cambridge, CB1 2FB
💰 Pay: £14.50 per hour
📅 Hours: 36 hours per week
🎓 Benefits: 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!
About the Role
Grade: 3.2 Relief
See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.
We are seeking a reliable and professional Relief Security Officer to provide high-quality security services across a range of sites. This role involves protecting employees, property, and assets in line with site-specific requirements and Assignment Instructions, while consistently delivering excellent customer service. The successful candidate will embody core values of integrity, vigilance, and helpfulness at all times🛡️
As a Relief Security Officer, you will be responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment through regular patrols, monitoring alarm systems and CCTV, and preventing unauthorized access. Duties also include managing site access, carrying out equipment checks, handling key control and lock/unlock procedures, and maintaining accurate records. A valid SIA licence is required prior to starting operational shifts.
This isn’t just another job. It’s your opportunity to step into a role as a Relief Security Officer where your potential is recognized, your contribution is valued, and your progress is supported every step of the way✨
Job Description
Responsibilities
You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:
- Prevent and deter unauthorized access to site.
- Monitor fire alarms, intruder alarms, and CCTV as appropriate.
- Conduct external and internal security patrols as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
- Carry out routine tests of security equipment where appropriate.
- Manage keys and perform locking and unlocking duties as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
- Maintain all logbooks and records as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
- Issue visitor/contractor passes in accordance with the Assignment Instructions.
- Provide support, guidance, and information to all staff, visitors, and contractors while ensuring safeguarding of the premises.
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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:
- A valid SIA licence
- Valid driving licence
- Great customer skills
- The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history
- 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:
- 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.
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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 people's 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 in Your Career Journey
Join a team that values you. Start your career with Securitas UK today.
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Pay Rate (UK): Hourly
Compensation: up to GBP 14.50 - hourly
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