Security Officer - Milton Keynes - MK9 1SH

Security Officer - Milton Keynes - MK9 1SH Job Description

Posted Friday 8 May 2026 at 01:00

We are currently seeking a dedicated and reliable Security Officer to join our team in Milton Keynes. As a Security Officer, you will be responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for our clients and employees. Your primary role will be to monitor and patrol assigned areas, respond to incidents, and ensure the overall security of the premises.

The ideal candidate will possess the skills to deliver an effective and efficient service to the client and management. The role requires you to have a high level of self presentation. Excellent customer service and communication skills are essential along with a positive and helpful attitude. We require full reliability, someone who will be proactive and deliver that can do attitude with every task in hand.

Position: Security Officer
Pay rate: £14.12 per hour
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off nights only 48hrs
Location: Milton Keynes, MK9 1SH

Benefits include:

• Financial support for SIA Licensing and renewal
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
• Company Pension scheme
• Life Assurance benefits
• Progression, training, and development opportunities

Additional benefits we offer via our ReWard membership:

• Discounted gym membership
• Discounts at major retailers and travel suppliers
• Restaurant and Supermarket vouchers
• Cinema tickets
• Access to 24/7 free Employee Assistance programme

Main Duties:

• Ensure all instructions, both written and verbal are adhered to
• Guard access points, permitting or refusing entry, restraining trespassers
• Conduct foot patrols within defined areas as an effective deterrent in the protection of the client's property and assets.
• Investigate and take the appropriate law ful action as authorised by the corporate policy on accidents, incidents, trespassing, suspicious activities, safety and fire incidents
• Complete daily reports, including relevant information, observations, surveillance footage, and signatures
• Excellent communication skills to all levels - verbally, written, phone and by security radios
• Effective operation of all pass systems relevant to an assignment
• Lawful searches of vehicles and persons in accordance with instructions issued.
• Practical working knowledge of all current and applicable firefighting equipment.
• Sound working knowledge of health and safety instructions pertaining to assigned duties.
• The ability to operate basic switchboard equipment effectively

Must Haves:

• Valid SIA licence
• Proven work experience as a Security Officer (minimum 1 year)
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• High level of self presentation
• IT literate - Ability to operate detecting systems and emergency equipment
• Quick thinking and problem solving skills
• A positive attitude to dealing with people and taking on challenges

Who We Are: Ward Security provides security services solutions to a range of UK businesses. Security services include: CCTV security systems, property management, guard dog security, key holding services, security guard patrol services, response alarm systems and more. With over 1500+ of our amazing people operating nationally.

We strongly believe in growing our own talent, and we provide opportunities through our in house Training Academy, our Leadership Development Programme, online eLearning and development programmes for a career path.

We believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated, and every individual is valued. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. As an equal opportunity employer we strive to create an environment that promotes fairness, respect and collaboration.