Security Officer

Equans is looking for multiple Security Officers to join our team, working on the Southern Water contracts in Hardham  West Sussex RH20 1LA , on a permanent basis. This role involves working 42 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary of £27,518.40 per annum, along with an attractive benefits package. Please note, you will be employed by Equans, supporting their Southern Water contracts,

Shift Pattern:

4 on 4 off

Day and Night shift available
7am – 7pm / 7pm – 7am

Candidates must have their own means of transport, such as a car, motorbike, or bicycle, as there is no public transport available near the site.

About Us:

Equans working for Southern Water is dedicated to delivering exceptional service while maintaining the highest standards of security and operational efficiency. 

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and vigilant Security Officer to join our team in ensuring the safety and security of a critical site, its staff, visitors, and assets. This role is based in remote locations, primarily outdoors, overseeing the protection of water reservoirs. The Security Officer will be responsible for monitoring and controlling access, conducting regular patrols (up to 10 km), responding to incidents, and ensuring compliance with security policies. You will play a key role in maintaining a secure environment, deterring criminal activities, and preventing unauthorized access.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and control access to the site, ensuring only authorised personnel are granted entry.
• Conduct regular foot patrols over varying terrain, covering distances of over 10 km per shift.
• Respond promptly and effectively to security incidents and emergencies.
• Operate and monitor security systems and access control software to detect potential risks.
• Maintain high levels of situational awareness and assess on-site security challenges.
• De-escalate confrontational situations and manage conflicts with professionalism.
• Liaise with management, emergency services, and other stakeholders during escalated incidents.
• Ensure compliance with security and safety protocols at all times.
• Communicate with members of the public as required, ensuring a courteous and professional approach.

Requirements:

• A valid SIA (Security Industry Authority) License.
• Proven experience in a security role or a related field.
• First Aid Certification.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.

• Experience with access control and patrolling systems ie “redetrack” and other security technology, 

• Clear criminal background check.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to resolve conflicts calmly and effectively.
• Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern, including nights and weekends.
• Basic computer literacy for logging reports and accessing security systems.

What we offer.

• Generous holiday allowance
• Company share scheme
• 2 paid volunteering days a year
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Employee assistance programme

Who are we?

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world.  
 
Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group. 

Our ambition 

At Equans, we are driven by our ambition to be recognised for our operational excellence and as the best place to work for our employees. This commitment extends to achieving global and sustainable performance through Impact, ensuring that everything we do aligns with our core values—Accountability, Respect, Team Spirit, and Service Focus.  
 
We take ownership, act with integrity, and set high standards. We listen, support, and care for one another. We collaborate and build trust to achieve shared goals, always striving to meet our customers’ needs in a proactive and pragmatic way. These values shape our culture, strengthen our community, and inspire us to deliver excellence every day. 
 
What’s next? 
 
If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. 
 
As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.  

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.  

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN Together (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals. 

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. 
 
The Equans Resourcing Team manage this requirement. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries should come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.