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Security Specialist

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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?

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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

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Security Specialist

Dublin, Ireland

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Job ID : 11248

Job category : Security Services

Location : Dublin, Ireland

Date posted : 14/10/2026

Closing date : 28/10/2026

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Fantastic Opportunity at: G4S Secure Solutions Ireland

Position: Security Specialist

Location: Leopardstown, Dublin 18 & Dublin 2

Basic Pay: €16.15 (€21.70 Site specific rate per hour inclusive of all allowances)

Hours: 36 per week (to 48 hours per week available)

Schedule: Monday-Sunday nights, 7pm-7am (or as per roster)

Position Overview:

The Security Specialist's primary objective is to maintain a high-quality physical security posture that protects client's employees, assets, and reputation, aligning all security operations with the clients corporate culture and global security standards.

Core Responsibilities:

Providing a high level of customer service
Working as part of a team
Greeting, assisting and directing members of the public visiting the premises as well as liaising with the client
Must present themselves in a courteous and presentable manner
Report writing
Ensuring the safety and security of our clients' buildings and assets
The ability to carry out security duties as specified, including patrols, monitoring CCTV, access control etc

Qualifications and Experience:

3+ years of experience in security operations in a Corporate setting
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise effectively between internal and external stakeholders.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risk and implement mitigation strategies.
Must possess the ability to foster and be a steward of a culture of trust, honesty, and integrity.
Demonstrates the skills and qualities of being professional, courteous, and able to provide high-level customer service and support.

Requirements:

PSA Licence: Valid PSA Security Guarding Licence
Screening and Vetting: 5 years of verifiable and personal activity

What's on offer:

Recognition Programme awards
Long service awards
Star of the month awards
Pension Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme:
Legal Assistance
Financial Assistance
Consumer Advice
Career Guidance
Life Coaching
Mediation
Support for Non-Irish Nationals & their Families
Health Advice, including Physio, Podiatrists and Dietitians.
Advice on practical, day to day issues and services

Ready to Take the Next Step? If you’re excited by the prospect of a challenging and fulfilling career with G4S, apply today and start your journey with one of the world’s leading security providers.

G4S Secure Solutions Ireland is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace for all.

Apply today, if a suitable match is found one of our team will be in touch to discuss further.

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Success Profile

It takes someone special to be a Security Specialist. Here are some of the qualities we're looking for in our team members:end inserted section

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.