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Area 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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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.

Area Security Officer

Belfast, United Kingdom

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Job ID : 10643

Job category : Security Services

Location : Belfast, United Kingdom

Date posted : 09/10/2026

Closing date : 11/06/2026

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Recruiting for Area Security Officer

Location Belfast Stormont and surrounding areas

Pay Rate £13.45 per hour

Full Time 40 hours per week

Shift Pattern Covering Various

Do you consider yourself to be a people person?

Does that sound like you?

If so, then have you considered a career as a security officer? A career that offers you flexibility, variety, full training and a recognised qualification at no initial cost to you?

Benefits

5.6 weeks holiday per year, 8 of these will be in lieu of bank holidays (worked or not worked)
Workplace Pension Scheme
Great 4 Savings Employee Discount Scheme
Progression, training and development opportunities
We offer increased work opportunity seasonally - in the Spring and Summer we have increased events and opportunities to work at seasonal sites

Sounds good doesn’t it?

If you are wanting to consider this position, we are currently recruiting for Area Security Officer's in Belfast!

Our Area Security officer's provide professional Security and customer service for our clients and their customers, with varying shift patterns covering a Multiple different government sites with in your area, You will need to hold a full UK driving license and have your own transport,

Am I suited to being a Area Security Officer?

Previous experience in security is not a must, but if you're already working in the industry, or have before, we welcome you to join our team. We know you'll get off to a flying start!

A typical week will include:

Building relationships with employers and community organisations
Working as part of a team and on your own depending on site requirements
Based in government buildings, you’ll be working within clear guidelines, dealing with employees & members of the public who need to attend the building
An opportunity to work across a number of sites where you will gain increased knowledge, growing your own value as a guard and part of our team

If you are aged 18 or over and are a confident communicator who is a team player with the drive to provide a friendly and professional service all times, then this could be the career for you!

G4S is an inclusive employer committed to equality of opportunity. As part of our recruitment process, we require a criminal record disclosure for all applicants.

We believe in a fair chance for all; a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from employment. Every application is reviewed on its individual merits, ensuring a transparent and non-discriminatory process.

All disclosures are handled with strict confidentiality. To request a full copy of our Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy, please email ssukrecruitment@uk.g4s.com.

The successful candidate will be required to provide original documentation for detailed screening and vetting processes. These documents may include your passport, driver’s license, utility bill (dated in the last 3 months), HMRC letter, original bank statements, an original payslip, your birth certificate, or a valid share code.

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 the UK, we have an extensive network of offices and more than 32,000 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.

G4S Regional Management (UK&I) Limited is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees feel respected and able to give their best and is proud to be an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer.

We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of age, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, please do not hesitate to contact us. If this opportunity is of interest then we want to hear from you. Please click the “Apply Now” button to submit your formal application.

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Success Profile

It takes someone special to be a Area Security Officer. 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.