Area Security Support Manager

Security Officer

Salary: €70,000 DOE + Sodexo Benefits

Location: Various / Site-based - Candidate must reside in the Republic of Ireland

Contract: Full time, Permanent

About the Role

Sodexo is seeking a reliable and vigilant Security Officer to join our team. You will play a key role in maintaining a safe and secure environment, protecting people, property, and assets while delivering a high standard of customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Patrol premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion or security breaches


• Monitor CCTV, access control, and alarm systems


• Control access and egress for vehicles and pedestrians


• Respond promptly to incidents, emergencies, and calls for assistance


• Maintain accurate records, incident logs, and reports


• Liaise with emergency services and provide witness statements when required


• Enforce site policies and procedures


• Conduct searches where necessary and ensure site safety compliance


• Support conflict management and de-escalation of incidents


• Handle deliveries, post, and general enquiries


• Carry out fire safety checks and report hazards or maintenance issues

About You

• Valid SIA licence (essential)


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to incidents


• High level of attention to detail and professionalism


• Customer-focused approach with the ability to build relationships


• Physically fit and capable of patrols and manual handling tasks


• Flexible and reliable with a proactive attitude

Desirable

• First Aid qualification


• Experience in a similar security role


• Knowledge of health and safety procedures

Why Sodexo?

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance tobe part of something greater.

Belong in a company and team that values you foryou.

Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.

Thrive in your own way.

We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support


• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing


• Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service


• Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular high street retailers (also open to friends and family)


• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan


• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools


• Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit


• Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies

We are committed tobeingan inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins.

We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.