Security Officer
| Posting date: | 11 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £15.18 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 March 2026 |
| Location: | ZE1 0LL |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Kingdom Group |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 17936 |
Summary
Kingdom Security are recruiting a Flexible Seasonal Temporary Worker.
The Assignment is for a Security Guard working at the Port of Lerwick and surrounding areas of the harbour, ZE1 area.
Hours: On average 30 - 60 hours per week, Various shifts as per site requirements. Start and finish times will vary depending on the arrival and departure time of the ships.
Pay rate: £15.18 per hour. Weekly pay.
When: Start date of 01/04/2026
Job Purpose: Play a vital role in ensuring the security and smooth operation of a bustling UK port facility. As a Port Security Officer, you'll be entrusted with upholding the highest standards of safety and compliance, protecting valuable cargo, infrastructure, and personnel.
What's in it for you?
• Full PAYE status (still allows Tax Credits/SSP etc)
• Remain eligible for SSP/SMP
• Weekly pay every Friday
• Holiday pay
• Job flexibility – allowing you to be registered with more than one company
• The ability to claim and be paid legitimate HMRC work/travel related expenses each week. https://www.gov.uk/tax-relief-for-employees/travel-and-overnight-expenses
• Company Pension - NEST (Automatically enrolled if eligible – one month opt out period)
What will you be doing?
• Maintaining Vigilance: Conduct regular patrols of the port, monitoring activity and identifying potential security threats.
• Access Control: Manage and enforce access procedures for vehicles, personnel, and cargo, ensuring only authorized individuals and goods enter restricted areas.
• Security Awareness: Foster a culture of security consciousness by providing training and guidance to port staff and contractors.
• Incident Response: Act swiftly and decisively in emergency situations, coordinating with emergency services and implementing response protocols.
• Compliance Champion: Ensure adherence to all relevant UK regulations and international maritime security standards, including the ISPS Code.
• Report and Document: Maintain accurate and detailed records of all security activities, incidents, and observations.
• Technology Savvy: Utilise security software and communication systems effectively to monitor activity and enhance overall security.
• Cruise Operation: Ensure the safe arrival, stay, and departure of cruise ships, passengers and visitors. Interacting with passengers visiting the local area for the day passing on local information and guidance to ensure they have an enjoyable experience.
What do we need from you?
• A valid SIA licence or we can put you through the training and the charge will be deducted from your wage.
• A full five year checkable employment history
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• An ability to work as part of a team
• An enthusiastic, self-motivated and flexible approach
• IT skills
You will receive a contract of employment from your employer separately.
You will receive your pay weekly on a Friday from HIVE360.
You will not be working for Kingdom Service Group directly, although will have the opportunity to request your temporary agreement to be transferred to a Kingdom Contract in the future.
Introduction: We generally operate as an Agency and Employment Business, as referred to in the regulations in our ‘agreement for work finding services’, and we are in the business of providing recruitment services to Client’s looking for workers, and work finding services to candidates seeking work. If you are seeking work, have provided us with your personal details to be registered on our database of candidates, and have asked us to locate work for you. We are prepared to seek work for you on our assignments set out our terms, and you wish to accept our services.