Security Officer
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Security Officer
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a Security Officer to cover DWP sites in the Sunderland region. This is a full-time, on-site position requiring a full UK driving licence and previous security experience. Closing date: 7 May 2026.
Job Overview
Flexibility to travel, as this role will cover various DWP sites within the region. You will be required to cover sites in Sunderland, Durham, Gateshead, Jarrow, Peterlee, Seaham and South Shields. Full UK driving licence required.
- Ensure a safe and secure environment for the DWP staff, visitors, and property.
- Patrol the premises regularly to identify potential security threats.
- Respond effectively to emergencies or suspicious situations.
- Liaise with local law enforcement and emergency services as needed.
- Provide a high level of customer service and assist staff and visitors in any security-related matter.
- Conduct routine security checks and submit incident reports as appropriate.
- Adhere to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and DWP security policies, procedures, and regulations.
Security and Health & Safety
- Look out for, and to immediately report, any Health & Safety hazards, or potential hazards, on site.
- Stay alert to any threats or changes within the work environment to take the appropriate action to reduce the chance of disruption, loss or damage.
- Use common sense and initiative by immediately involving others if a situation appears to become threatening.
- To maintain professional conduct in the face of difficult situations and challenging customers.
- Complete an accurate, detailed notebook entry as soon as possible after any incident, which can then be used as part of the Incident Report process.
- Keep to schedules and demonstrate commitment to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and the Client.
- To call emergency services and Communication Centre to report all incidents.
What we are looking for
- Previous Security Experience
- Licence required DS Licence Preferred
- Full UK driving licence required.
Benefits
Our market-leading flexible benefits scheme provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle. We have a virtual GP, financial wellbeing assistance, cycle-to-work scheme, life cover, save-as-you-earn scheme, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Matching Share Plan, and [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Stars recognition program.
About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
Since 1987, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s 80,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company. Join our [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Team.