Security Officer

Security Officer – 4 on / 4 off (Days & Nights) Security Officer – 4 on / 4 off shift pattern (days and nights) Salary averaging £36,000 Long-term opportunity on a secure site in Bedford SIA licence, DBS, and British nationality required ABOUT THE CLIENT Our client is a high-security government contractor operating on one of the UK’s most secure and sensitive sites in Bedford. With increasing operational requirements, they are expanding their front-line team and are looking for experienced Security Officers to join their trusted workforce. THE BENEFITS £12.60 per hour 4 on / 4 off shift pattern (including both days and nights) Long-term, stable role Work on a nationally significant site THE SECURITY OFFICER ROLE As a Security Officer, you'll be responsible for maintaining site safety through regular patrols (indoor and outdoor), responding to alarms, operating turnstiles, and controlling access. This role requires full mobility, professionalism, and alertness at all times due to the scale and importance of the site. SECURITY OFFICER ESSENTIAL SKILLS Valid SIA Licence Current DBS Certificate British-born or dual nationality (minimum half British) – due to security clearance requirements SC Cleared or eligible for SC clearance Experience in a similar security-based role Good physical fitness and willingness to carry out full site patrols TO BE CONSIDERED: Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via kelly.harvey@searchability.com. For further information, call me on 0203 854 0120 / 07889 589 648. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit your application to our client for this vacancy only. KEY SKILLS Security Officer, SIA, SC Clearance, Access Control, Patrolling, DBS, Government Site, Alarm Response, NSD

Location: Bedford, GB

Posted Date: 5/10/2025