Corps Security
Security Officer
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Security Officer – SIA Licensed
About Corps Security
Founded in 1859, Corps Security was originally established to provide employment for ex-servicemen returning from the Crimean War.
Upholding our core values of ‘loyalty, integrity, service’, we are now the UK’s most established and respected specialist security services provider.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled SIA Licensed Security Officer to deliver a secure and safe environment for all staff and visitors.Your key responsibilities will include:
- Applying and enforcing thorough access control procedures
- Conducting site inductions
- Performing planned and ad-hoc patrols
- Adhering to emergency procedures, including escalation to site management, Corps teams, and emergency services
This is a rotating roster averaging 42 hours per week (4 days on, 4 nights on, with 4-day breaks in between).
Our Commitment to You
We are a Real Living Wage Foundation partner and Social Enterprise, ensuring fair pay and inclusive opportunities. Our industry-leading benefits include:
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- Company sick pay scheme
- Paid SIA license renewals
- Enhanced Family Leave Pay
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Discounts and rewards for staff
- Access to a Digital GP
- Excellent pension scheme
- Death in Service benefit (£5,000)
- Recruitment bonus scheme
- New business lead referral scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
What You’ll Need
You must have or be able to achieve:
- Valid SIA Door Supervisor License (essential)
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to establish effective working relationships at all levels
- Confidence when managing multiple tasks under pressure
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, etc.)
- Clearance to BS7858 security vetting standards
The Responsibilities
As a Security Officer, you will be responsible for:
- Conducting regular site patrols, with accurate documentation and reporting
- Manning access control points, briefing and signing in contractors/visitors
- Recording deliveries, securing paperwork and ensuring compliance
- Operating alarm security systems when required
- Completing shift logs, incident reports, and quality assurance documents
- Ensuring familiarity with Assignment Instructions, Risk Assessments, and safety protocols, with input into improvements
- Maintaining up-to-date personal training records (e.g., first aid, fire safety)
- Demonstrating professionalism and displaying your active SIA license at all times
- Performing ad-hoc duties as requested
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Our Commitment to Inclusivity
At Corps Security, we value diversity and believe that every individual contributes unique strengths to our team. We foster an inclusive environment and are committed to:
- Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO)—empowering our colleagues to thrive while strengthening our collective performance
- Supporting the Armed Forces Community Covenant, guaranteeing veterans fair consideration if meeting minimum standards
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