Security Officer
Securitas Β· Preston, England, United Kingdom Β· On-site
Posted Sep 29, 2026
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Security Officer β  (BB2 7LF)
π· Β£14.56 per hour | β±οΈ 42 hours per week covering days, nights and weekends
π Driver required β own vehicle essential
Ready for a role where youβre trusted to protect, respond, and act?
Weβre hiring a Security Officer for a high-profile site. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where your presence genuinely matters.
If youβre reliable, switched on, and want a career in security, apply now.
What youβll get
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Paid training & full uniform
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Overtime opportunities
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Pension & holiday pay
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Employee discounts
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Real career progression
Your role
Patrol sites (foot & vehicle) to keep people and property safe
Control access β ID checks & visitor management
Monitor CCTV and act on incidents
Respond to alarms and emergencies
Maintain accurate reports and logs
π Active role β not desk-based
What weβre looking for
β Reliable and professional
β Calm under pressure
β Strong attention to detail
β Full UK driving licence + own vehicle
 
What youβll need
β Valid SIA Licence
β Strong communication skills with a customer-focused approach
β Ability to stay calm and professional under pressure
β Full UK driving licence + access to your own vehicle
β Physically fit (this is an active role with regular walking)
Essential requirements (site clearance)
π¬π§ British national by birth OR British passport held for 5+ years
β 5-year checkable work history
β Must be able to obtain SC clearance
Ready to apply?
If youβre looking for a rewarding, hands-on security role and want to be part of a professional team operating across Samlesbury, we want to hear from you.
π Apply today and take the next step in your security career
See a different world with Securitas UK
Ready to make a difference? You're one step closer to joining over 322,000 colleagues worldwide who help make your world a safer place every day.
At Securitas, our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness guide everything we do. We believe in making a clear promise to our people:
Opportunity β Seeing potential in every person
People β Putting people at the heart of what we do
Purpose β Making your world a safer place
So what happens next?
Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully and is here to support you throughout the process. Whatever the outcome, you'll always hear back from us.
Creating spaces for you to belong
We're proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Through our networks, partnerships and celebrations throughout the year, we're building a culture where differences are valued and people can be themselves.
Ready to see a rewarding world?
From day one, you'll have access to a range of benefits, including:
Employee discounts with leading global and local brands.
Health and wellbeing support, 24/7 online GP services.
Pension and financial wellbeing resources and support.
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