Security Officer

56 hours per week

Average 5 days per week | Rotating 12-hour shift pattern (Days & Nights)
Pattern: 3 day shifts, 4 night shifts, 3 days off, 4 day shifts, 3 night shifts, 4 days off
£13.29per hour
Opportunities for career development
Apprenticeships
Increased holiday allowance with length of service
Plus our Sodexo employee benefits package

Security Officer | Toyota Motor Manufacturing UK, Toyota Road, Derby, DE1 9TA

Protect people, property and operations in a professional security environment

At Sodexo, you'll belong in a team where safety, professionalism and customer service go hand in hand. We're looking for a reliable and customer-focused Security Officer to join our team at a prestigious client site in Derby.

You'll play a key role in maintaining a safe and secure environment, responding to incidents, supporting visitors and contractors, and ensuring all security procedures are followed. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong communication skills who takes pride in delivering exceptional service while protecting people and property.

What you'll do

• Provide a professional and visible security presence
• Monitor the site and respond to security incidents
• Operate CCTV, radio and security systems
• Respond to emergencies including fire alarms and evacuations
• Support visitors, contractors and colleagues on site
• Complete incident reports and security documentation
• Monitor and maintain site records and logbooks
• Liaise with emergency services and statutory authorities when required
• Report security concerns and recommend corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with site procedures and assignment instructions
• Build positive relationships with the client and site teams
• Deliver excellent customer service at all times

What you'll bring

• Valid SIA Frontline Guarding Licence
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Previous experience in a security role
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Excellent attention to detail
• Reliable, professional and trustworthy approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong time management and organisational skills

Desirable

• Qualification in Security Operations
• Previous experience within a corporate or commercial security environment
• Experience completing incident reports and security documentation

Why Sodexo?

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.

• Belong in a company and team that values you for you.
• Act with purpose and make a positive impact every day.
• Thrive in your own way.

We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online wellbeing platform
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a 24-hour Virtual GP Service
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme
• Company pension
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Enhanced family-friendly and leave policies

A little more about Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers every day through our unique combination of Food Services, Facilities Management and Workplace Solutions.

We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader, Forces Friendly employer and supporter of Early Careers. We encourage our colleagues to get involved with our employee networks, including Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability Network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins.

Ready to be part of something greater?

Join Sodexo and help create a safe, secure and welcoming environment where people and businesses can thrive.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.