Security is an exceptional industry that can welcome people from all walks of life. Your life experience, physical build, gender, accent, family background can all contribute to making you a brilliant security officers. With so many different sectors, we’re sure to have a client that would suit your skillset. For example, door supervisors need a differing set of skills to mobile patrols, and some industries, such as licensed gaming venues, might be better suited to others. This makes it an inclusive and rewarding industry, and with clients needing security all over country we are confident we’ll have a suitable position lined up for you.
As is always the case, we have extremely high standards when it comes to recruitment, but now more than ever, it's important for us to get it right.
You must hold a valid SIA license
We will never subcontract our security officers, giving you the protection and security you need to have a trusted company supporting you. It’s for this reason that it’s important that you already hold a valid SIA licensed before applying for a position with us. For us, holding a valid SIA license is the basic standard that every Carter Security officer hold, and all potential candidates need to hold this before applying. This allows us to build upon an individual's training, industry-specific training as well depending on the client and contract.
You can easily apply via the government website: www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-sia-licence
As a security officer, you must remain professional and sensitive to all situations, and this includes conversations surrounding COVID-19, and in light of current affairs, anything regarding Ukraine and Russia too. It is our role as security officers to respect and support others, remaining professional at all times to allow us to exercise de-escalation techniques should a volatile situation arise.
Why should you consider a position as a security officer?
The role of a security officer is a complex one, but incredibly rewarding too! Security personnel are seen as trustworthy, responsible and professional individuals, ready to respond to whatever situation is presented in front of them. Regardless of the role and contract, a security officer needs to be calm and be an excellent communicator. They are an extension to the team of our clients, and as such a security officer represents both Carter Security and the client. We have an excellent reputation in the security industry, and if you think what you have what it takes, please get in touch to apply today
So, if you're interested in a career with Carter Security, please email your CV to jobs@css.limited or fill in the contact form below.
Alternatively, if you’re looking for quality security at your business, we look forward to discussing your specific security requirements and timescales and finding a solution that enables you to operate securely and productively!
