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Mobile Security Officer (Nights) - Fixed Term Contract - 6 months

Bristol Waste Company · Bristol, South West England

Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago

Overview

Your patrol and incident response experience from policing directly applies to securing premises and handling alarms.

About this role

*SALARY:*£37,167.19 (£14.18 per hour + 20% uplift for nights)

*HOURS:*42 hours per week, 4 on 4 off (Nights)

*LOCATION:*Various places across Bristol

Mobile Security Officer (Nights) - Fixed Term Contract - 6 months

About Bristol Waste Company

At Bristol Waste Company, what we do matters. We keep Bristol and the surrounding areas clean, safe and moving. Working in partnership with the council, we support the city’s sustainability goals while delivering high‑quality, value‑for‑money services. Our commercial operations are growing, and we’re looking for people who share our values and want to grow with us.

The Role

  • You must ensure buildings and premises are safe and secure, while carrying out key checks in line with business service standards requirements at the commencement and end of each shift.
  • Responsible for the Bristol Workplace Services issued vehicle throughout the shift
  • Completion of all necessary Paperwork associated with BS7984 & 7499
  • Ensure all work is completed through the application provided via the mobile PDA issued to you
  • Ensure timely and accurate reporting of all incidents
  • Report any issues with the PDA Application
  • Report Accidents/Incidents to your Team Leader.
  • Follow all Assignment Instructions when carrying out patrols or alarm attendance.
  • Inform Team Leader of any changes required to Assignment Instructions.
  • Take responsibility of Keys in relation to Key holding contracts for the duration of the shift.
  • Carry out key checks in line with BS standards requirements at the commencement and end of each shift.
  • Check vehicle to ensure roadworthy at the commencement of each shift and complete required paperwork.
  • A commitment to providing first class customer service is essential

Essential Requirements For The Role

  • A valid SIA Licence
  • Previous experience as a Security Officer / Security Guard / Door Supervisor or similar position
  • Able to administer first aid (First Aid preferred, training will be provided where applicable)
  • Fully comprehensive 5- year work and/ or education history check
  • Reliable with excellent time-management skills
  • Willingness to undertake comprehensive foot patrols as required by the operation
  • Full Clean Driving Licence valid for use in the UK.

Documents

To be a successful member of our security team, you will need to pass full Vero screening. This involves the requirement of various documents and checks. Please see below an indication of what is needed:

  • SIA Licence
  • Proof of Address
  • Recent payslip
  • Passport and Driving Licence
  • Recent bank statement

Our Benefits

  • 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
  • 5% employer pension contribution
  • Free BUPA Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
  • Onsite physiotherapist and Cycle to Work scheme
  • £200 employee referral bonus
  • Learning and development opportunities with clear progression routes
  • Reward Gateway discounts at 900+ retailers
  • Employee recognition awards and long service awards
  • Salary sacrifice car scheme for tax-efficient vehicle leasing

Everyone Belongs

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We value diversity and ensure fair and equal consideration for all candidates.

How To Apply

Apply as soon as possible and before 23:59 on the closing date. We may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Contact

Talent Acquisition Team

Email: recruitment@bristolwastecompany.co.uk

Phone: 0117 440 6676

About security roles for ex-police

Security management, operations and consultancy roles. Years of operational policing — command, incident response, public order — translate directly into corporate security, and employers in this sector actively rate police experience.

See all security jobs in Bristol

Why this fits a police background — match score 75/100

  • Protection & firearms
  • Security operations
  • Training & coaching delivery
  • Team & shift leadership

What security roles pay ex-police

Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026

Security officer (SIA)£24,000–£29,000
Security supervisor / team leader£28,000–£34,000
Site / security manager£38,000–£52,000
Regional / operations security manager£50,000–£65,000
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