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Security Officer/Steward

· Liverpool, Merseyside

Salary
£14 – £15 an hourEstimated
Type
Contract
Posted
14 days ago

Overview

Your crowd control, conflict management and incident response experience maps directly to this door supervisor role.

About this role

Apex Risk Management provides professional security , steward and crowd management services across the UK, supporting a range of venues, events and clients.

We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards across our operations, from the recruitment and screening of our staff through to the delivery of our services on the ground.

As our operations in Liverpool continue to develop, we are looking to strengthen our existing team with experienced, reliable and professional SIA Door Supervisors and Event Stewards.

The Role

We are currently recruiting SIA Door Supervisors and Event Stewards to work across three exciting venues in Liverpool, with consistent work available for the right candidates.

Our Liverpool operations include a variety of live entertainment, music and nightlife environments, meaning no two shifts are the same.

We are looking for individuals who understand that working in security is about more than just holding an SIA licence. Our staff represent Apex Risk Management and our clients, so professionalism, reliability and the ability to communicate effectively are essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide a professional and approachable security presence across our Liverpool venues.
  • Carry out access control, entry searches and other venue-specific security procedures.
  • Monitor crowd behaviour and identify potential risks before they escalate.
  • Manage challenging situations calmly and professionally.
  • Support the safe movement of customers during entry, throughout events and at closing.
  • Work closely with venue management, supervisors and colleauges.
  • Respond appropriately to incidents and emergencies, following company procedures.
  • Maintain high standards of customer service while prioritising safety and security.
  • Follow all Apex Risk Management policies, operational instructions and venue-specific briefings.

What We're Looking For

We are particularly interested in hearing from experienced Door Supervisors/Stewards who are confident working in busy, customer-facing environments.

Essential Requirements

  • A valid SIA Door Supervisor Licence (if applying for SIA role)
  • ACT awareness / security certificate (if not held, this will need to be completed before being allowed to work) - completed within the last six months.
  • Previous experience working within the security/event industry, preferably in licensed premises, stadiums, nightlife or live entertainment venues.
  • Excellent communication and conflict management skills.
  • A professional appearance and attitude.
  • Reliability, punctuality and a strong work ethic.
  • Availability to work evenings, weekends and late-night shifts.
  • A legal right to work in the UK, including permission to undertake the shifts offered.
  • The ability to provide a full five-year employment, education and unemployment history for screening purposes.

Additional Requirements

  • Two acceptable forms of identification.
  • Two proofs of residential address dated within the last three months.
  • Relevant First Aid qualifications.
  • Willingness to complete all required recruitment and background checks.

What Can Apex Offer You?

  • Consistent work across three Liverpool venues*.*
  • Competitive rates of pay.
  • Opportunities to work within Liverpool's live music, entertainment and nightlife industry.
  • Potential opportunities for additional work across other Apex Risk Management contracts, such as summertime festivals.
  • Support from our operations and management teams.

Our Recruitment & Screening Process

At Apex Risk Management, we take recruitment and compliance seriously.

All successful applicants are required to complete our recruitment and screening process before being deployed to any of our contracts.

This includes verification of identification, right to work, SIA licensing, relevant qualifications and employment history, alongside the appropriate background checks.

Our screening process is carried out in accordance with BS7858 requirements, and applicants must be able to provide the necessary information and supporting documentation.

Please only apply if you are willing and able to complete the required screening process.

How to Apply

If you're an experienced SIA Door Supervisor/Steward looking for consistent work in Liverpool, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply through Indeed with an up-to-date CV, ensuring your previous security experience and relevant qualifications are clearly detailed.

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by our recruitment team regarding the next stage of the application process.

Join Apex Risk Management and become part of our growing Liverpool team.

Pay: £14.24-£15.16 per hour

Expected hours: 5.0 – 20.0 per week

Application question(s)

  • If you are not located in Liverpool, are you located in an area near Liverpool?
  • Are you applying for the SIA or Steward role?
  • Can you reliably travel to and from Liverpool city centre for shifts finishing late at night?
  • Do you have a valid UK driver's licence?

Experience

  • Security: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification

  • SIA Door Supervisor Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation

  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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.

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

  • Protection & firearms
  • Working to legislation & regulation
  • Security operations
  • Conflict management & de-escalation

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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