Security Officer

Be part of something greater.
  • Job reference: SDX/TP/2544748/161565
  • Location: Tralee , Co.Kerry V92 HD4V
  • Job type: Full Time - 30 hours per week
  • Salary: €15.41 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
  • Closing date: 21 September 2026
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About the role

  • Full time Permanent
  • 30 hours per week
  • 4:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Monday-Friday
  • Weekend Flexibility
  • €15.41 per hour
  • Free Onsite parking
  • Opportunities for career development
  • Plus our Sodexo employee benefits package

Security Officer

Tralee, Kerry - Full time

At Sodexo, we’re passionate about our people. We know that our teams are the key to delivering exceptional service and creating meaningful experiences for our clients, customers, and employees.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and dynamic Security Officer to join our team and play a key role in driving excellence and innovation in Facilities.

What you'll do

  • As the first point of contact for visitors, staff and the public be professional, pleasant, friendly, courteous and helpful at all times whilst carrying out duties to the highest levels.
  • Greet visitors and staff in a friendly and courteous manner.
  • Manage internal security including access control and CCTV cameras, liaise with client security who are responsible for external and car park security
  • To deal efficiently and effectively with emergencies including fire and bomb scares ensuring building occupants are kept fully informed at all times.
  • Provide assistance to third party contractors / visitors ensuring all site procedures / policies are adhered too.
  • To liaise closely with statutory authorities, dealing with incidents and the provision of information.
  • Maintain continuous monitoring of site radio systems as applicable adhering to correct radio procedures at all times.
  • Diligent management and maintenance of site records / reference materials including Health & Safety records, Incident Forms and the site occurrence book
  • Issue badges and maintain key control and visitor logs.
  • Conduct building patrols as required using Company Patrol Management system
  • Complete all required documentation in a professional manner
  • Operate CCTV and Alarms systems
  • Perform designated access control duties
  • Ensure building open/lock up is carried out as per procedures
  • Responsible for employee badge management.
  • Manage full Fire evacuation and emergency protocols (act as Fire Warden).
  • First Aid & Defibrillator trained
  • Undertake any other reasonable duties as required to meet the needs of the business

What you'll bring

    • Valid PSA License is essential
    • Previous experience in a similar environment
    • Strong communication skills
    • Strong attention to detail

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. This role will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Garda Vetting.

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 have an impact through your everyday actions.

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 platform offering wellbeing support
  • An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
  • Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
  • Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailers
  • Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
  • Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
  • Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
  • Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits 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 the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

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KEY BENEFITS

  • Advice and guidance

    Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it.
  • Pension Plan

    Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan.
  • Wellbeing support

    Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7.
  • Generous leave

    For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge.
  • Discounts and savings

    Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme
  • Virtual GP

    24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.

Social Impact

Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.

We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.

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