Relief Security Officer
Securitas
Posted: April 7, 2026
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Quick Summary
Relief Security Officer is a role that involves providing security services in the community, ensuring the safety and security of individuals and assets. The ideal candidate should have a security background, be able to work independently and as part of a team, and possess excellent communication skills. A Security Licence is required.
Required Skills
Job Description
We’re Hiring: Relief Security Officer
📍 Location: Covering Plymouth and surrounding areas
💰 Pay: £14.00 per hour
📅 Hours: Minimum of 36 hours, plus overtime available. Days, nights and weekends.
🎓 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!
• Minimum of 36 hours, plus overtime available. Days, nights and weekends.
• Flexibility to working hours.
• Great customer service.
• Security experience 2+ Years (preferred)
• SIA licence
• 18+
• Full UK driving licence
The Relief Security Officer provides security services across multiple sites as needed, ensuring the protection of people, property, and assets. The role requires an SIA licence and involves maintaining high standards of integrity, vigilance, and helpfulness. Officers must be flexible and ready to cover shifts at short notice.
Responsibilities
You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe.
In this role, you will support the Protection of Property & Premises by controlling access, monitoring alarms and CCTV, preventing unauthorised entry, carrying out internal and external patrols, reporting safety or security hazards, managing keys, responding to incidents, and following all Assignment Instructions. You will also uphold Health & Safety standards by promoting safe working practices, reporting hazards and near misses, completing accident reports, and ensuring first aid equipment and emergency procedures are properly maintained. To help Prevent Loss, Waste & Crime, you will report any lost, damaged, or stolen property, operate radios, pagers, and other security equipment, conduct stop/search procedures when required, and record any suspicious activities. Providing excellent Customer Service is essential, ensuring staff and visitors are well supported while maintaining high standards of appearance and professionalism. Additional responsibilities include completing all logs and reports accurately, following company policies and management instructions, and consistently representing the Securitas values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness.
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.
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:
• Valid SIA Licence; right to work in the UK; age 18+.
• Five‑year checkable work history and no criminal convictions.
• Flexible availability including days, nights, weekends.
• Good communication, customer service skills, and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Valid UK driving licence and vehicle desirable.
• Previous security officer experience.
• First Aid qualification.
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.