Security Officer (m/f/d) as relief guard

About the role

Securitas Germany is looking for a part-time security officer in Dresden to work as a relief guard for customer assignments. The position requires at least the formal qualification under Section 34a of the German Trade, Commerce and Industry Regulation Act (GewO). Work is scheduled across Monday to Sunday, including public holidays, with both day and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Protect sites proactively by taking preventive action across different posts and task areas.
• Be the first point of contact for visitors, clients, and employees.
• Carry out regular patrols, including condition checks and locking/unlocking duties inside and outside the premises.
• Respond appropriately to incidents such as break-ins, damage, or vandalism.
• Handle reception and front desk duties when assigned.
• Cover gate and access control duties.

Requirements

• At least the IHK qualification under Section 34a GewO.
• Very good German and English skills, spoken and written, at least B2 level.
• Willingness to work shifts, including weekends.
• Strong customer-service orientation and a high standard of personal service.
• Empathy and the ability to enforce rules consistently.
• Calm and composed behavior even in stressful situations.
• First-aid responder qualification.
• Must have lived in Germany for at least 5 years.
• No criminal record or relevant entries in the background check.

Working conditions

The role is offered on a part-time basis with a working volume of 80 to 140 hours. Shifts can include daytime and nighttime duty from Monday through Sunday, including holidays. The employer highlights predictable working hours and fixed rosters.

Pay and benefits

• Starting pay from EUR 15.15 per hour, with on-time payment under the BDSW collective agreement and depending on the assignment location.
• Tax-free shift allowances under the BDSW agreement: 10% for night work, 25% for Sunday work, and 50% for work on nationwide public holidays.
• Permanent employment contract with the market leader.
• 26 vacation days per year, increasing regularly.
• Tax-free voucher bonuses for birthdays, weddings, Christmas, and other occasions.
• Employee discounts with providers such as Sky, Vodafone, McFit, FitX, and Commerzbank, among others.
• Additional company pension plan with up to 20% employer contribution.
• Free group accident insurance, valid even during leisure time.
• Dedicated contacts on site or in the operations team for support and advice.
• Free, high-quality work and protective clothing.
• Access to the Securitas online employee portal.

Application process

Applicants are asked to submit an online application together with an up-to-date CV and the IHK certificate for the security industry. Applications are reviewed within 24 hours, followed by a phone call to clarify open questions and then an in-person interview at the Dresden branch with the hiring team.

About the company

Securitas is a leading security services provider globally and in Germany. The company employs 322,000 people in 44 countries, including 20,000 in Germany. It emphasizes stability, variety in assignments, and teamwork. The organization stands for honesty, attention, and helpfulness, and it promotes equal opportunity, diversity, and non-discrimination.

Additional information

If you submit an application, you agree that it may be shared within the Securitas Group in Germany and with cooperation partners to improve your chances of being considered. If you do not want this, you should state that in your application letter. For questions, the company can be reached Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 17:00 at 0341 49632023. The contact person named is Birgit Leipnitz, Recruiting Specialist for the Eastern Region.