Event Security Officer

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Event Security Officers

Ministry Protective

Manchester & North of England

Location: Manchester & North of England
Role Type: Casual / Event-Based (regular work available)
Employment Type: PAYE only
Pay: Competitive rates – based on role and experience

About Ministry Protective

Ministry Protective is a specialist security company and risk management consultancy delivering professional security solutions across the UK. We operate across commercial, residential, licensed premises, and large-scale events and festivals, with senior management present at deployments and a reputation built on experience, reliability, and operational excellence.

Due to continued growth within our events division, we are recruiting Event Security Operatives based in the North of England, who are willing and able to travel to support a range of high-profile and prestigious events across the region.

The Role

You will play a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, and well-managed environment at festivals, live music events, corporate functions, sporting fixtures, and public events across the North of England.

Key Responsibilities

Providing a visible, professional, and approachable security presence

Access control, searching, and ticket checks

Crowd management and incident response

Patrolling event areas and monitoring behaviour

Liaising with event management, supervisors, and emergency services

Upholding Ministry Protective’s high standards of professionalism and conduct

Essential Requirements

Valid SIA Door Supervisor or Close Protection licence

English as a first language, with strong verbal and written communication skills

Right to work in the UK

Based in the North of England

Willingness and ability to travel to event locations

Professional appearance and attitude at all times

Ability to work evenings, weekends, and long event hours

Reliable, punctual, and team-focused

Pre-Employment Screening

All positions are PAYE only

All successful candidates must undergo BS7858 security screening

Employment is subject to satisfactory screening and reference checks

Desirable (Not Essential)

Previous event or festival security experience

First Aid qualification

Experience working large crowds or high-profile environments

What Ministry Protective Offers

Competitive PAYE rates

Regular event work throughout the season

Supportive management with senior leadership present on site

Opportunities to work on prestigious and large-scale events

A professional company that values experience, standards, and accountability

Equal Opportunities Statement

Ministry Protective is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Recruitment decisions are made solely on the basis of skills, experience, and suitability for the role, without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit:

Your CV

A copy of your SIA licence

Your contact details

This role is open to operatives based in the North of England who are willing to travel for event deployments.