Security Officer
| Posting date: | 29 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £15.3 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 October 2025 |
| Location: | PR5 0UP |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Staffline |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 5029212-36959 |
Summary
This vacancy qualifies for a retention bonus of £1,000, payable to employees who remain employed and are not serving a notice period at the time the bonus is due.
PLEASE NOTE - you must have been a resident in the United Kingdom for a minimum of 10 years and apply with a full CV for consideration for this role. This vacancy is subject to Enhanced Developed Vetting which may take up to 12 months.
- Location: Preston
- Shift pattern: 4 on 4 off, 12-hour shifts, 06:30 to 18:30/18:30 to 06:30, 2 days 2 nights
- Rate of pay: £15.30 per hour
Role Overview
As a Security Officer at G4S, you will be entrusted with responsibilities beyond those of a conventional Security Guard. Your role will encompass ensuring the safety and security of our customers, staff, their premises, and assets, while consistently delivering exceptional customer service. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment and pride ourselves on adherence to stringent policies and regulatory requirements.
It's a varied role that includes greeting staff and visitors and ensuring they adhere to the required security protocols, conducting searches where required, patrolling the premises and dealing with security incidents. With a keen eye and a brilliant way with people, you could look forward to an interesting role where no two days are the same with exciting career opportunities.
Our Perfect Worker
A valid SIA badge is a prerequisite. Prior security experience is advantageous. While a CCTV operator's license is desirable, it is not mandatory, as training can be provided.
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older, possess strong communication skills, demonstrate teamwork, and be committed to delivering a consistently friendly and professional service. Proficiency in IT is essential, as is a robust security mindset.
Candidates must exhibit flexibility and be available to work a varied shift pattern, encompassing days, nights, and weekends. Opportunities for additional shifts to cover sickness and annual leave are also available.
The Benefits
- 5.6 weeks paid holiday (8 of these will be in lieu of bank holidays - subject to shift pattern and accrual)
- Workplace pension scheme
- Life assurance benefit
- Financial support for SIA Licence & renewal
- Contributory Healthcare Scheme
- Eyecare vouchers
- Employee Discount Schemes
- Progression, training & development opportunities
- Refer a friend scheme
- Free uniform provided
Job Ref: G320
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About Staffline
Staffline are working in Partnership with G4S, providing a recruitment solution for security roles.
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