Security Officer (Full-time)
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Position Overview & Specifications
Applications are invited for SIA-qualified Security Officers to work on behalf of a highly respected, and major leader in food and drinks manufacturing in the UK.
GSTS is one of the UK’s leading security companies. We are a national provider of security services including manned guarding, risk consultancy, and a fully accredited specialist training provider.
You will be working on a 4on4off shift pattern, 12-hour shifts, with both nights and days available.
Starting pay will be £10.50 per hour with an enhanced overtime rate.
Twenty days of holiday per year not including bank holidays.
Full uniform and PPE will be provided.
Your duties will include but not be restricted to:
- Controlling vehicle and pedestrian access to the site
- Monitoring CCTV and alarm systems
- Carrying out foot patrols
- Responding to site emergencies as and when required
- Ensuring heavy goods vehicle drivers comply with site safety rules and procedures
Gatehouse experience in a distribution/logistics facility is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.
This is a fantastic opportunity for well-motivated, ambitious, and hardworking security professionals.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: £10.50 per hour
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
COVID-19 considerations:
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Experience:
- Security: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- SIA (required)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Security Officer (Full-time) roles across GSTS's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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