Security Officer

Role Overview

This temporary part-time security position is based in Cork, Ireland and follows weekend night shifts for 22 hours each week. The hourly pay is €18, with an additional €20 night allowance and a Sunday premium.

About the Employer

Securitas Security Services focuses on helping create safer environments for clients, communities, and colleagues. The organisation is built around ethics, sustainability, and compliance, and follows three core values: Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. It promotes an inclusive workplace where different perspectives are valued and employees are encouraged to grow, contribute ideas, and build their careers.

Purpose of the Role

The main responsibility of the post is to help prevent loss, damage, waste, or disruption for the client and the client’s customers.

Key Duties

• Complete all required site-specific training to the expected standard.
• Carry out all duties in line with the published Assignment Instructions for the site.
• Review the Assignment Instructions regularly and stay updated on any changes that may improve service delivery.
• Monitor CCTV where needed.
• Identify and report health and safety hazards, or possible hazards, immediately.
• Remain observant for threats or changes in the environment and act quickly to reduce the risk of disruption, loss, or damage.
• Use good judgement and initiative, and escalate situations promptly when they appear to become threatening.
• Record incidents clearly and accurately in a notebook as soon as possible so the information can support the incident reporting process.

Requirements

• Strong spoken English is essential.
• At least 6 months of experience in a similar security role is required.
• Excellent written communication and close attention to detail are necessary.
• Good computer skills are needed.
• First aid training would be an advantage.
• Strong customer service skills and a professional phone manner are essential.
• Availability for weekend night shifts is required.
• A valid PSA licence must be held.
• Safe Pass certification is desirable.
• Having your own transport is an advantage.

Benefits and Additional Information

• Discounted health care support.
• Company pension scheme.
• Bike to work scheme.
• Access to hundreds of online learning courses through leading education providers.
• Support tools and resources for long-term health and well-being.
• Substantial maternity leave top-up payment.
• 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme with free, confidential counselling and advice.
• Employer pension contribution from the first day of employment.
• Progression, training, and development opportunities.
• Christmas savings scheme.
• Private healthcare discount scheme with cash back on everyday medical costs such as dental, optical, GP, and emergency department visits.
• Internal recognition programmes.
• Bicycle-to-work scheme available from day one, offering savings of up to 52% on a bike and accessories.
• Employee referral incentives.
• Life assurance equal to one year of basic pay, as per the Employment Regulation Order.
• Overtime paid in line with the Employment Regulation Order.
• Sick pay provided in accordance with the Employment Regulation Order.
• SIPTU representation rights.
• The employer is an equal opportunities organisation.
• P.S.A. Licence Number: 00352.