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Events SIA Security Officer - Doof In The Park, Dundee

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Overview of the role

As a professionally trained Security Officer for G4S, you could be a member of the security team responsible for securing premises, such as building sites, courts, shops, warehouses, banks and factories as well as ports and airports. You would be conducting foot or vehicle patrols, controlling access at points of entry, securing equipment and people, responding to emergency situations, monitoring CCTV and surveillance equipment and helping to identify and prevent criminal activity.

What else could you be doing?

Site Supervisors and Operations Managers

These roles play a pivotal role in managing the teams and their activities as well as liaising with our customers.

Close Protection/Bodyguards

We employ many ex armed forces personnel in to these roles as they have hugely valuable and transferable skills.

Music/Sporting Event Stewards

These are roles that are more likely to be part time, attracting students and those who cannot commit to full time work.

Events SIA Security Officer - Doof In The Park, Dundee

Dundee, United Kingdom

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Job ID: 9060

Job category: Security Services

Location: Dundee, United Kingdom

Date posted: 22/04/2026

Closing date: 06/10/2026

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Events DS Security Officers - Doof In The Park, Dundee

Up to £14.68 per hour

SIA Door Supervisor license required

G4S Events are currently recruiting additional SIA Door Supervisors to support our current Events Team working at Doof In The Park on 4th July 2026. If you’re confident, professional, and ready to work in a fast-paced events environment, then we want to hear from you! You’ll also have opportunities to work at some of the biggest events and iconic venues in Edinburgh, if you’re open to travel.

Please note you will have to make your own way to and from the site at Doof In The Park, Camperdown Park in Dundee, as we are unable to provide any transport.

As a DS licenced Security Officer, you’ll be the visible, friendly face of safety, helping to ensure visitors and staff have a safe and enjoyable experience. You should be comfortable in handling any incidents which may occur and deal with conflict management in a professional manner.

About the Role

Our Events SIA Security Officers provide a visible reminder that safety is our number one priority for visitors and staff. This means you could be working indoors or outdoors, on your feet showing visitors where to go, checking tickets at entry points, monitoring crowds, or managing the car parking facilities. Wherever you are, you will be a helpful and friendly face representing the event.

As an Events SIA Security Officer you will be responsible for securing venues, staff and visitors for our customers. This may include, but are not limited to:

Respond promptly and efficiently to any call made by control in relation to crowd disturbances.
SIA Hospitality roles
Deal with crowd disruptions (sometimes physical removals/extractions)
Robust response when required
Body and Bag searches if required
Monitor crowd movements and behaviour to identify potential issues or incidents and to take action to resolve as necessary
Ensure that all secured zones within the venue remain free of prohibited and restricted items

Benefits:

Perks at Work Scheme: access to a wide range of employee benefits which include discounts in over 20 different categories ranging from Electronics, Home Appliances, Food & Groceries, Car Buying, Travel, Fitness, and more
WeCare: free access to personal health and wellbeing assistant available anytime for Health, Mental Health, Diet, Legal, Financial, Lifestyle advice and support
Holiday pay
Current pay rate £14.68 per hour
Company Pension
Training Opportunities
Free travel to qualifying events outside of the region

Requirements:

Must be over 18 years old
Must hold a valid SIA Door Supervisor Licence
Availability to work evenings and/or weekends
A friendly, professional, and reliable attitude with a strong focus on great customer service
Confident communication skills and a smart, well presented appearance

For this role, you must hold a valid SIA Door Supervisor licence - don’t worry, if you don't have this you can still be considered as Events Safety Steward, so please see our other opportunities on the website.

Apply today and join the G4S Events team!

You will just need to complete the following application form and one of our Recruiters will be in touch to discuss the next steps. Our recruitment and selection process will include an interview and screening to BS7858 standards.

Given the nature of the industry, we do need to ask some questions for security and compliance purposes, but don’t worry - you will only need to complete them once.

In 2021, G4S, a London-based global security company, was acquired by Allied Universal®, a leading security and facility services company that provides proactive security services and cutting-edge smart technology to deliver tailored, integrated security solutions. This acquisition expanded Allied Universal’s footprint and infrastructure on a global and local level. Through a global workforce of approximately 800,000 people*, we leverage best practices in communities all over the world. With revenue of approximately $20 billion, we have the resources to deploy efficient processes and systems to help deliver our promise locally: keeping people safe so our communities can thrive. In Europe, we have an extensive network of offices and more than 46,500 employees to support our local communities and customers. We believe there is no greater purpose than serving and safeguarding customers, communities and people in today’s world. Allied Universal is There for you™. For more information, please visit www.g4s.com or www.aus.com.

*Total workforce includes employees and subcontractors

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Success Profile

It takes someone special to be Events SIA Security Officer - Doof In The Park, Dundee. Here are some of the qualities we're looking for in our team members:

Honesty & Integrity
Strong communication skills
Customer orientated
Teamwork
Caring
Reliable

Hear from one of our security guards

I love the variety and challenge that comes with working in Security at G4S. Every day is different, and I'm constantly learning new skills. The company provides excellent training and support, and I feel like my contributions are valued. I'm proud to be part of a team that is dedicated to keeping people and property safe.

G4S Security Officer
Australia

Career Path

Our Security Officer positions offer candidates a range of things to support the personal and professional development of our teams. There are countless examples of individuals who began their career on the front line and today hold management positions, including in our senior leadership teams.

Rewards and benefits

Our benefits vary from country to country and role to role and are designed to ensure our staff have access to the things they need to thrive both in and out of work. This includes on-the-job training, career paths to management and a range of benefits depending on locations around the world.