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Security Officer

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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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Security Officer

Ghana

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Job ID: 28829

Job category: Functional

Location: Ghana

Date posted: N/A

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Job Description: Security Officer

Company: G4S Security Services

Department: Operations

Reports To: Site/Patrol Supervisor

Employment Type: Full-Time (Includes nights, weekends, and holidays)

Job Summary

As a professionally trained Security Officer for G4S, you will be the frontline defense protecting our client’s premises, assets, information, and personnel. You will foster a safe environment by proactively managing entry points, conducting thorough patrols, monitoring surveillance equipment, and acting as a calm, authoritative responder during emergency situations. G4S officers must project a highly professional image, balancing strict security posture with excellent customer service.

Core Responsibilities & Duties

1. Surveillance & Patrols

Conduct regular foot and/or vehicle patrols around the building interior, perimeter, parking facilities, and vulnerable areas to detect unauthorized presence or safety hazards.

Inspect security infrastructure (doors, gates, locks, fire escapes) to ensure everything is functional and secure.

2. Access Control & Customer Service

Manage entry and exit points for employees, visitors, contractors, and vehicles.

Verify identifications, issue visitor badges, and maintain accurate digital or physical visitor logs.

Greet clients and the public with a friendly, professional demeanor while maintaining high situational awareness.

Enforce company policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and site-specific regulations.

3. Incident Response & Reporting

Act as a first responder to site emergencies, including fire alarms, medical crises, safety hazards, or security breaches.

Document detailed daily logs, security check sheets, and incident reports

Key Skills & Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

Education: Senior High School Certificate

Identification: Ghana Card

Physical & Medical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods (up to an entire shift) and climb stairs or navigate uneven terrain.

Must pass standard G4S physical fitness training

Must clear a comprehensive background check and reference checks

Core Competencies

Communication: Verbal communication and the ability to write

Emotional Control: Ability to remain calm, professional, and de-escalate conflicts under intense pressure.

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Success Profile

It takes someone special to be Security Officer. 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.