Security Officer – Kent

Job Summary

As a Security Officer in Kent, you will help protect people, property and day-to-day operations through attentive surveillance, loss prevention and prompt, professional responses to concerns. You will remain alert to changing situations and communicate clearly with colleagues and members of the public. Your impact: By identifying potential risks early and sharing clear information, you help colleagues respond promptly and people feel safer on site.

Responsibilities

• Monitor premises through regular patrols, noting and reporting unusual activity in line with site procedures.
• Support loss prevention by observing potential security risks, safeguarding property and escalating concerns appropriately.
• Respond calmly to incidents, provide clear information to colleagues and assist with first aid where appropriate.
• Keep accurate records of observations and incidents, and communicate relevant updates during handovers.

Experience

Required: You should be able to stay observant, communicate clearly, record information accurately and respond calmly to concerns; practical awareness of surveillance, CCTV and loss prevention supports these duties. Preferred: Related security experience and first aid skills are advantageous, helping you contribute confidently to incident response and effective site protection.

Areas

Ashford, Lydd, Dover, Deal & Canterbury – or able to travel to these areas.

Pay: £12.71-£13.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 36.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension

Application question(s):

• Can you travel to sites throughout Kent?

Licence/Certification:

• SIA Licence (required)
• Enhanced DBS Certificate? (required)

Location:

• Ashford, Kent (preferred)

Work Location: In person