Ad Hoc Security Officer – Southampton

SGC Security Services are currently recruiting reliable, professional, and flexible Ad Hoc Security Officers to support a variety of high-profile contracts across the Southampton area.

This role offers a diverse working environment, providing security services at Water sites, hospital facilities, and fire watch assignments. No two shifts are the same, making this an ideal opportunity for experienced security professionals looking for flexible work while making a real difference in protecting critical infrastructure and healthcare environments.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking professional Security Officers who have:

• A valid SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guard Licence.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
• Strong observational and conflict management skills.
• Good IT literacy and confidence using CCTV and access control systems.
• A high level of physical fitness to undertake extensive patrols.
• Flexibility to work ad hoc shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a wider security team.

Desirable Qualifications

• Previous experience in healthcare, utilities, critical infrastructure, or corporate security.
• CCTV Licence.
• First Aid at Work qualification.
• Experience managing conflict and violence reduction.
• Fire Marshal or Fire Safety training (desirable but not essential).

Duties / Responsibilities

As an Ad Hoc Security Officer, you will play a vital role in protecting people, property, and assets while delivering exceptional customer service. You will be expected to maintain a safe and secure environment, respond effectively to incidents, and uphold the highest standards of professionalism.

Water Site Duties

• Monitor and control access, ensuring only authorised personnel and contractors enter site.
• Conduct regular foot patrols across large operational sites, covering challenging terrain and walking in excess of 10 km per shift.
• Prevent unauthorised access, theft, vandalism, and criminal activity.
• Respond promptly and effectively to security incidents, alarms, and emergencies.
• Operate security systems, CCTV, and access control software.
• Maintain high levels of situational awareness and identify potential security risks.
• Professionally manage and de-escalate confrontational situations.
• Liaise with site management, emergency services, and key stakeholders during incidents.
• Complete accurate reports and ensure compliance with all security and safety procedures.
• Provide a professional and courteous service to employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Blue Water card required

Hospital Security Duties

Working within a busy healthcare environment, you will help provide a safe and secure atmosphere for patients, staff, visitors, and hospital property.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining a visible security presence throughout hospital sites.
• Conducting routine patrols of wards, departments, buildings, and external grounds.
• Monitoring CCTV systems in accordance with Trust policies, GDPR, and relevant legislation.
• Operating access control systems and managing authorised access throughout the hospital.
• Responding to incidents including violence and aggression, missing persons, fire alarms, medical emergencies, lockdowns, and major incidents.
• Supporting emergency services and assisting with evacuations when required.
• Completing detailed incident reports using Trust reporting systems.
• Providing reassurance and security support to patients, staff, and visitors.
• Escorting staff to isolated or vulnerable areas where necessary.

Enhanced Security Support (Ward Watch)

You may also be deployed to provide dedicated Ward Watch support, working alongside clinical teams to safely manage patients presenting challenging, aggressive, or violent behaviour.

Duties include:

• Maintaining continuous observations of high-risk patients.
• Supporting clinical staff in managing violence and aggression safely.
• Preserving patient dignity while ensuring the safety of everyone involved.
• Maintaining accurate observation records and incident documentation.
• Assisting in reducing violence and promoting a safe clinical environment.

Fire Watch Duties

You may be required to undertake Fire Watch responsibilities, including:

• Conducting continuous patrols of designated areas to identify fire hazards.
• Monitoring temporary fire safety arrangements during maintenance or system outages.
• Reporting fire safety concerns immediately.
• Supporting emergency evacuations if required.
• Maintaining accurate Fire Watch logs and records.

Ensuring compliance with hospital fire safety procedures.

What We Offer

• Flexible ad hoc shifts to suit your availability.
• Competitive hourly pay.
• Opportunities to work across a variety of prestigious sites.
• Full uniform provided.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive management team.
• Opportunities for future permanent and supervisory positions.

As a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant:

“We are proud to pledge our support to our Armed Forces community and are delighted that our work within the security services sector has been recognised with this Gold Award.”

SGC Security Services is an equal opportunities employer.