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Company Description 🚨 Security Officer - Barrow-in-Furness 🚨 🔹 Full-Time | Defence Sector | Competitive Pay & Benefits Join Our Team at Securitas! Are you looking for a stable and rewarding career in security? Join Securitas, a trusted global leader in security services, and play a crucial role in safeguarding a high-profile defence site in Barrow-in-Furness. 📍 Location: Barrow-in-Furness, UK 💰 Salary: Competitive pay between £13.00 - £14.18 per hour (including shift allowances) ⏳ Hours: 42 hours per week 🕒 Shift Pattern: 3 on, 3 off - 12-hour shifts (days & nights) 🔴 No SIA Licence? No problem! We provide full SIA training to help you obtain your licence and grow within the security industry. 🕒 We are also recruiting for days officers- Working Monday- Friday 45-49 hours per week (no weekend working) Job Description 💼 What You'll Be Doing: ✔ Meet & Greet: Assist visitors, staff, and contractors, ensuring smooth site access. ✔ Regular Patrols: Conduct indoor & outdoor patrols, focusing on security & health and safety. ✔ Incident Response: React swiftly to emergencies, site evacuations, and security threats. ✔ Compliance & Reporting: Maintain logs, incident reports, and ensure site security aligns with regulations. ✔ Surveillance & Prevention: Stay alert to potential risks, conduct staff searches if required. ✔ Team Handover: Ensure smooth transitions between shifts for continuous protection. ✨ What We Offer: 💷 Guaranteed 42 hours per week with overtime opportunities. 📆 3 on, 3 off shift pattern - Enjoy half the year off while working a full salary! 📈 Career Growth: On-site training & development to advance your skills. 🏥 Health & Wellbeing: Dental and physical health plans, mental health support. 💰 Financial Perks: Company pension, life assurance, mortgage advice & more. 🎟️ Exclusive Discounts: Save on high-street brands, car leasing, and even Costco membership! 📍 A Dynamic & Supportive Work Environment in a high-profile defence setting. Qualifications 🎯 What We're Looking For: ✅ Must be a British National and have lived in the UK for at least 5 years (for security clearance). ✅ Must be eligible to obtain SC Clearance (Security Clearance). ✅ 5-year checkable work history - enhanced screening required. ✅ Proficient in English (spoken & written). ✅ Willingness to complete a weeks SIA training course (if not already licensed). ✅ Able to commute within a 30-mile radius of the site. ✅ Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends on a rotating schedule. ✅ Basic DBS Check will be required before starting. Additional Information It's great to see you're considering a career with us here at Securitas UK! You're one step away from joining our global team of over 375,000 professionals. Ready to take the next step? Click 'I'm Interested' to submit your CV. Questions? Reach out anytime at . Why Choose Securitas UK? At Securitas UK, we are on a mission to make the world a safer place, driven by our core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. We foster empowerment, innovation, and growth, offering industry-leading training and career development opportunities. What You Can Expect Applying for a new role can be exciting yet daunting. Our dedicated Recruitment Team carefully reviews every application, and we appreciate your patience. Need support? We're here to help-just drop us an email. Diversity & Inclusion: Be Yourself at Securitas We are an all-inclusive employer, embracing individuality and diversity as key to our success. Our belonging strategy focuses on: Career Growth: Clear pathways from apprenticeships to leadership programs. Inclusive Leadership: A culture of respect, transparency, and collaboration. Fair Pay & Benefits: Competitive, equitable compensation and benefits. Our Commitment to You We support our workforce through initiatives such as: Employee Networks - Safe spaces to connect and influence policies for change. Race at Work Charter & Armed Forces Covenant - Supporting equality and inclusion. Disability Confident Employer - Ensuring accessibility with our Reasonable Adjustment Passport. With our Level 2 Disability Confident Employer Certification - We commit to guaranteeing an interview to anyone who discloses a disability at screening, providing they live within the location requirements. Health & Well-being Programs - Mental health support and workplace wellness. Neurodiversity Top Employer Certification - Leading inclusivity for neurodivergent individuals. We celebrate diversity year-round with events like BSL Week, International Women's Day, PRIDE, and Black History Month and so much more! Take the Next Step Join us and be part of a team that values you. Click 'Apply Now' and start your career with Securitas UK today! Securitas. Location : Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, United Kingdom