Security Officer

SGC are seeking dedicated and vigilant Security Officers to join our team in Burham, working on a permanent basis. This role plays a vital part in protecting a critical water industry site, ensuring the safety of staff, visitors, and essential infrastructure. As stated in your document, the role is primarily outdoors in remote locations, overseeing the protection of water reservoirs and conducting regular patrols over varying terrain, including distances of over 10 km per shift.

About the Role

You will be responsible for maintaining a secure environment, deterring criminal activity, and preventing unauthorized access. Your duties will include:

• Monitoring and controlling access to ensure only authorised personnel enter the site.  
• Conducting regular foot patrols across challenging terrain (10 km+ per shift).  
• Responding promptly and effectively to incidents and emergencies.  
• Operating and monitoring security systems and access control software.  
• Maintaining high levels of situational awareness and assessing on-site risks.  
• De-escalating confrontational situations with professionalism.  
• Liaising with management, emergency services, and stakeholders during escalated incidents.  
• Ensuring compliance with all security and safety protocols.  
• Engaging with members of the public courteously and professionally.

These responsibilities reflect the job description, including “monitor and control access,” “conduct regular foot patrols,” and “respond promptly and effectively to security incidents”.

Requirements

• Valid SIA Licence (DS)  
• First Aid Certification  
• Clear criminal background check  
• Previous security experience  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team  
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling duties  
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends  
• Experience with access control and patrolling systems 
• Basic computer literacy for logging reports and using security systems  

To support your development and ensure compliance with water industry standards, we provide:

Fully funded EUSR Water Hygiene (Blue Card) training as part of your onboarding.  

This essential qualification will be paid for by the company.

Benefits

• £12.71 per hour PAYE  
• Fully funded EUSR Water Hygiene (Blue Card) course  
• Ongoing training with clear career development pathways  
• Monthly pay  
• Access to our online training portal  
• Competitive pay with overtime available  
• Career progression opportunities  
• 12-hour shifts  
• 4 on 4 off shift pattern (day & night shifts available)  
• Full uniform and PPE provided  
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)  
• Proud Gold Award signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant  

Job Types

Full-time, Part-time, contract  

Pay: £12.71 per hour  

Schedule: 12-hour shifts, days or nights, with overtime available