Lead Security Officer

We’re Hiring: Lead Security Officer!

Location: London, E14 4QA
Pay: £16.93 per hour
Hours: 42 hours a week: 4 on, 4 off, working days, including weekends and bank holidays
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!

Grade: 3.1 Site Based

See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.

As a Lead Security Officer, you will play a key role in managing the security team and ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations across your shift. Acting as the main point of contact for service delivery and performance, you will help maintain strong working relationships between the client and Securitas while upholding the company values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. Your leadership will directly contribute to the success and professionalism of the on‑site security operation

In this role as a Lead Security Officer, you will oversee officer training compliance, coordinate staffing and rota planning, and carry out regular check‑ins to support development and maintain high performance standards. You will also monitor conduct and appearance, address any issues in line with company policies, and encourage a culture of recognition within the team. This position offers a great opportunity to lead by example and ensure a consistently high‑quality security service.

This isn’t just another job. It’s your opportunity to step into a role as a Lead Security Officer where your potential is recognised, 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:

• Conduct monthly check-ins with all security officers, proactively monitoring performance, maintaining positive employee relations and implementing coaching, counselling and investigations as needed
• Monitor and manage the appearance and behaviour of all security personnel, taking remedial action in line with company policy and procedures
• Report all incidents in compliance with customer and company policy and procedures
• Monitor faults with security-related equipment, ensuring they are reported correctly
• Be fully conversant with operational functions including Access Control, CCTV, Detection and Alarm Systems, ensuring effective monitoring and reporting
• Assist the site manager with an reasonable or practical request

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
• Supervisor experience
• Flexibility to work days and weekends
• Works well with others and contributes positively to the environment
• Dependable, takes ownership, and adjusts well to change
• Can analyse issues and offer practical solutions
• Ability to perform core duties accurately and efficiently
• Able to commit to a 6am start and able to attend site on weekends and bank holidays
• 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!
Join our global team of 336,000+ colleagues and help make the world a safer place.

At Securitas, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, and our People Promise:

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  Opportunity – We see potential in every person and situation
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  People – We open our eyes to all that’s good
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  Purpose – We make your world a safer place

What You Can Expect
Our Recruitment Team reviews every application carefully. Applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help.

Diversity & Inclusion – Be Yourself
We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status (we will always try our hardest to guarantee interviews for eligible candidates, should you meet the roles minimum requirements, having disclosed a disability to our Talent Team upon application). We support equality through Employee Networks – Our real change makers of the business.. YOU, the Race at Work Charter, and the Armed Forces Covenant. We also celebrate diversity with events like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.

Your Benefits

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  STRIVE– Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending to suit your shopping habits.
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  Dental Plans – A range of plans providing support, providing cash back towards everyday dental costs, such as dental examinations, X-rays, and treatment
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  HSF Health Plan – Range of healthcare cash plans at highly discounted rates, providing families with peace of mind by getting cash back on everyday medical costs, such as dental check-ups, contact lenses and acupuncture, and by covering unexpected costs.
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  Cycle to Work – A super cost-effective way of getting a brand new bike, cycling equipment or both. Save up to 42% of the usual cost and spread the cost over several months from your salary.
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  Specsavers – Save money on eye tests and when purchasing spectacles.
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  WeCare – A 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more.
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  Toothfairy – Online access to advice and guidance, from real UK Dentists.
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  Pension Plan – Plan for your financial future by building up a benefit in the Securitas Pension Plan, with the benefit of employer contribution plus tax relief on your contributions.
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  Payroll ISA – An ISA savings account is a great way to meet your longer term personal financial goals.
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  Free Mortgage Advice
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  Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub
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  Death in Service Benefit – Permanent employees are automatically covered for Life Assurance, which would provide a lump sum benefit to your beneficiaries in the unfortunate event of death in service whilst employed by Securitas

Take the Next Step
Join a team that values you. Click ‘I’m Interested’ and start your career with Securitas UK today.

See a different world.