Data Centre Security Officer

Role overview

Securitas Security Services Ireland is hiring experienced security professionals for a respected client site in Grangecastle, Dublin. This is a fully flexible role running Monday to Sunday, with a minimum commitment of 36 hours per week. The position is on an onsite contract and requires availability for days, nights, and weekends.

The pay structure includes a base rate of €21.67 per hour, with a night allowance of €20.00 and Sunday premium. The role is described with a composite rate of €24.25 per hour, based on a fully flexible contract and an annual attainable salary of €53,111.65, inclusive of night, Sunday, and public holiday payments. The base hourly rate remains €21.67.

As a purpose-led organisation, Securitas emphasizes integrity, vigilance, and helpfulness, along with a culture that supports inclusion, development, and continuous improvement. The company also offers progression and training opportunities to help employees grow professionally and personally.

What the role involves

• Carrying out life-safety duties as the first priority in emergencies.
• Applying the facility’s standard operating procedures consistently.
• Managing access control across the site.
• Patrolling internal areas, including the building and roof.
• Responding to tailgating attempts.
• Overseeing visitor movements and vehicle access.
• Handling goods release procedures.
• Monitoring security systems and related equipment.
• Preparing reports, documenting incidents, and supporting audits.
• Providing general security support for daily site activity.
• Patrolling the perimeter and external buildings.
• Detecting hostile surveillance activity.
• Escorting assets during delivery movements.
• Escorting staff within the building when required.
• Using specialist site equipment safely and correctly.
• Supporting emergency services and participating in drills.

What you need

• Willingness to learn, upskill, and complete additional training as needed.
• Comfort using Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, and Outlook; ECDL is preferred.
• Good understanding of security operations, procedures, and industry best practice.
• Ability to supervise people, give instructions, and manage individuals within your area.
• Confidence in learning and using different security and safety systems and controls.
• Ability to keep track of schedules and assigned duties.
• Professional composure when dealing with difficult or unusual situations.
• Strong customer service focus and service-delivery mindset.
• Ability to work effectively with people from different cultures and at different levels.
• Initiative, adaptability, and a results-driven approach.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Good English communication skills.
• Strong written communication and attention to detail.
• Good PC skills.
• Excellent customer service and telephone manner.
• Full flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends.
• Own transport is desirable.
• Valid PSA licence is required.
• Previous similar experience is required.

Benefits and additional information

Securitas offers a broad benefits package designed to support employees and their families. Benefits include a discounted healthcare scheme, company pension, bicycle-to-work scheme, access to a large range of retail discounts, and access to online education courses from leading learning institutions.

• Full-time employment contract of 36 hours per week, with the possibility of working up to 48 hours per week.
• 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free, confidential counselling and advice.
• Employer pension contribution starting from your first day.
• Training, development, and progression opportunities.
• Christmas savings scheme.
• Discounted private healthcare support, including cashback on dental, optical, GP, and emergency department costs.
• Internal recognition programmes.
• Bicycle-to-work scheme available from day one, with savings of up to 52% on a bike and accessories.
• Refer-a-friend rewards.
• Life assurance equal to one year’s basic pay, in line with the Employment Regulation Order.
• Overtime paid according to the Employment Regulation Order.
• Sick pay scheme in line with the Employment Regulation Order.
• SIPTU representation rights.
• Enhanced maternity leave top-up payment.

The employer is an equal opportunities organisation. PSA Licence Number: 00352.

Working arrangement

The roster is fully flexible from Monday to Sunday, and applicants must be available across days, nights, and weekends. The role requires a minimum of 36 hours each week and may extend to 48 hours per week.