Security Guard

Security Guard

Location: Bordon, Hampshire (GU35 9JA)
Salary: £32,292.67 per annum (£28,832.74 basic salary plus £3,459.93 flexibility allowance)
Hours: Full-time, 43 hours per week
Shift Pattern: 2 Days, 2 Nights, 4 Days Off
Contract: Permanent

Join a Team Protecting Critical National Infrastructure

Are you looking for a rewarding security career where your work directly supports the UK Government and Armed Forces?

We are seeking professional, reliable, and motivated Security Guards to join a highly secure communications site. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a secure environment, helping to safeguard critical national infrastructure.

As the first line of defence on site, you will play a key role in ensuring the safety, security, and operational integrity of critical facilities while working as part of a dedicated and supportive security team.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Security Guard, your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting site patrols and security checks
• Monitoring CCTV, access control, and intrusion detection systems
• Controlling access for employees, visitors, and contractors
• Undertaking vehicle, baggage, and personnel searches
• Performing escort duties across the site
• Issuing and managing site keys and security equipment
• Recording incidents and maintaining accurate documentation
• Completing security reports and logs
• Liaising with emergency services and external agencies when required
• Supporting ongoing security training and development initiatives

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements

• Full UK manual driving licence
• Valid UK passport
• Eligibility to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Good administration and record-keeping abilities
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• Reliable timekeeping and professional conduct

Personal Qualities

• Calm under pressure
• Security-conscious mindset
• Professional and discreet
• Team player with a positive attitude
• Willingness to work flexible hours when required

What We Offer

Financial Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Retail and lifestyle discounts from over 1,000 retailers

Health & Wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 Virtual GP Service
• Health and wellbeing support services
• Wellbeing support app
• Discounted leisure centre membership

Career Development

• Access to extensive internal training courses
• Funded qualifications and apprenticeships
• Leadership development programmes
• Mentoring opportunities
• Strong internal progression pathways

Additional Benefits

• Competitive holiday entitlement
• Paid volunteering day
• Charity giving schemes
• Inclusive staff networks and support groups

Security Clearance Requirements

This position requires successful completion of:

• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
• Security Check (SC) clearance
• Occupational Health screening

Candidates must be able to satisfy UK Government security vetting requirements, including checks relating to identity, employment history, nationality, criminal record, and financial circumstances.

About the Role

This position offers the opportunity to work in a highly secure environment supporting an important national mission. Every shift brings responsibility, variety, and the chance to develop a long-term career within the security sector while making a meaningful contribution to the protection of critical infrastructure.

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