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 andamp; 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

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