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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.

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Security Officer

Tadworth, United Kingdom

Job ID: 8394
Job category: Security Services
Location: Tadworth, United Kingdom
Date posted: 17/02/2026
Closing date: 17/03/2026

Great opportunity to work as a Security Officer for a leading global security and outsourcing group, specialising in outsourcing of business processes in sectors where security and safety risks are considered a strategic threat. 

This opportunity is to work at one of the worlds leading pharmaceutical companies based in Walton Oaks, Surrey. You will be required to carry out duties in a corporate environment whilst developing a successful career with the biggest name in security. 

Must have an SIA.

Contract Information

Pay Rate: £14.94 per hour 
Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday. When on site you will be covering the following shift timing 8:00 - 18:00.
SIA Licenses: Security Guarding or Door Supervisor. 

You will be part of a 3-man team and this role mainly consists of security presence by conducting internal and external patrols of the site.

For your application to be considered, please upload a CV!

Your Time at Work 

As a Security Officer, you will ensure the safety of our customers staff, their buildings and assets, whilst providing excellent customer service with a smile. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent customer service in a safe and secure environment.   

You will be responsible for:
- Patrolling and securing the area, and establishing presence
- Control and monitor surveillance equipment and perform building and equipment inspections.
- Protecting the company’s assets relative to theft, assault, fire, and other safety issues
- Responding to alarms and emergencies.
- Communicating any irregularities with management.
- Keeping an incident report record.
- Following procedures for various initiatives including fire prevention, accident investigations 
- Booking in colleagues, visitors, contractors, and tenants onto site. 
- Aid people in need.
- Respond to alarms by investigating and assessing the situation.
- Creating profiles and activating passes with the correct access level.
- Monitor the security pages ensuring site rules are being maintained and the system is in good order.
- Checking ID/ Verifying individuals coming onto to the site
- Enforcing the rules of the site
- Completing Daily logs 
- Filing of paperwork
- Key management 
- Bagging and disposing of confidential waste. 
- Sending Reports 
- Calling emergency engineer when required
- Printing of Tenant permanent passes

Our Perfect Worker

It is important to have great communication and customer service skills. You will also need to have strong IT skills and be able to use all forms of technology and software systems. 

Our perfect Security Officer will need to be aged 18 or over, a confident communicator who is a team player with the drive to always provide a friendly and professional service. 

Join G4S today where we can help you to progress within your security career and help you to really thrive in the industry!

Key Information and Benefits 

- Opportunity for overtime 
- 5.6 weeks paid holiday (8 of these days will be in lieu of bank holidays - subject to shift pattern and accrual) 
- Workplace pension scheme 
- Life assurance benefit 
- Financial support for SIA License & renewal 
- Contributory Healthcare Scheme & Eyecare vouchers 
- Employee Discount Schemes 
- Progression, training & development opportunities 
- Refer a friend scheme 
- Free uniform provided
- Free park
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free drink facilities 
- On site gym at a discounted price
- Overtime available 

Job Ref: 1G4S (G495)

G4S are a recognised Disability Confident Leader Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. They prioritise accessibility, support, and opportunity for all employees. Join their diverse and empowering team today!


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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.

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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.

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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.

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Training & Development

We continually invest in the training and development of our employees so that they can reach their full potential.

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Flexibility

With a range of job types, whether it’s shift work, part or full time employment there is flexibility to suit your needs.

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