SWISCo is looking for a professional, reliable and customer-focused Security Enforcement Officer to join our high-performing Harbour Security Team.

Based primarily at the scenic Brixham Harbour, you will play a vital role in maintaining the safety, security and smooth operation of Torbay's busiest harbour.. Working alongside Torbay Harbour staff, you will provide a highly visible security presence, assist harbour users and visitors, regulate vehicle and pedestrian access, monitor CCTV systems and support day-to-day harbour operations.

If you enjoy working outside and thrive in a role where no two shifts are alike, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. You will be part of a busy maritime environment, balancing security and safety responsibilities with excellent customer service.

Why join SWISCo?

• Job security within a growing organisation
• Meaningful work supporting the local community
• Opportunities for development and progression
• Be part of a supportive, team-focused environment
• 26 days annual leave, increasing with service
• Bank holiday entitlement
• Employee benefits & wellbeing
• Employee Assistance Programme

·         Salary: £28,744 - £31,180 per year

·         Job type: Permanent

·         Hours: Fulltime, 36 hours per week

·         Working hours: Day and night shift, three days on – four days off

Your Key Duties:

• Conduct regular foot and vehicle patrols across harbour sites.
• Provide a visible security presence to deter unauthorised access and anti-social behaviour.
• Control access to restricted areas including the Fish Quay and Harbour Estate.
• Operate ANPR barriers, gates and access control systems.

Essential Skills, Knowledge, Experience and Qualifications for initial shortlisting:

Skills and Effectiveness

• Excellent customer service and public-facing communication skills.
• Strong observation and situational awareness.
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
• Effective conflict management and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions independently.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of security operations and industry best practice.
• Understanding of site access control and security procedures.
• Ability to gather, interpret and apply information effectively.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to accurately recall and relay information.

Experience

• Previous experience working within the security industry.
• Experience dealing with members of the public in a professional manner.
• Experience responding to incidents and maintaining security records.
• Experience working within a team environment.

Qualifications

• • Valid SIA Security Officer Licence or SIA Door Supervisor Licence.
  • Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent qualification.
  • Conflict Management training.
  • Ability to meet the physical demands of the role.

If you would like to apply for the role, please download the following documents. Please complete the application and Diversity and Inclusion form and send it to HRswisco@swisco.co.uk before the closing date.

Job Description and Person specification

Download the Harbour Security Officer Job Description and Person Specification.

Application form and Diversity and Inclusion form

Download your SWISCo Application form. 

Download the Diversity and Inclusion form.