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BASED IN CANTERBURY, COVERING KENT & SOUTH EAST ENGLAND

SECURITY OFFICER

​Protect people, property and assets across a variety of sites. You'll be the visible, professional presence that makes clients feel safe and criminals think twice.

WHY US?

SIA

Security Guard Licence  

DBS

Checked

FLEXIBLE

Shifts available

KENT

Wide postings

THE ROLE

19 YEARS OF PROTECTING KENT & LONDON.

As a Security Officer at Akon, you're responsible for the safety and security of people and property across a range of client sites, from retail units and office buildings to construction sites and residential developments.

Your day involves conducting regular patrols, managing access points, monitoring for suspicious activity, responding to alarms and incidents, completing digital reports via our Guardhouse system and liaising with clients and emergency services when needed.

You're the face of Akon on site. Our clients chose us because of our standards and you're the reason those standards are maintained.

THE AKON SECURITY WAY

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Conduct regular foot and vehicle patrols of assigned sites

  • Monitor and manage access control points

  • Respond to alarms, incidents, and emergencies

  • Complete accurate, detailed incident reports via Guardhouse

  • Liaise with police, fire, and ambulance services as required

  • Maintain a visible, professional presence at all times

  • Represent Akon Security with integrity and discretion

REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS & LICENSES

  • SIA Security Guard Licence (minimum requirement)

  • Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)

  • Conflict Management & Communication Skills Training

  • Health & Safety Awareness

  • Fire Safety & Evacuation Procedures

  • Right to work in the UK

  • DBS check (we can assist)

SECURITY OFFICER

WHO THIS ROLE SUITS

Previous experience in security, military, or emergency services is an advantage but not essential. We value attitude, reliability, and professionalism above all else. If you're new to the industry, ask us about our OnnPoint Training pathway to help you get qualified.

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

FAQS

Do I need a current SIA licence to apply?

Yes, a current SIA Security Guard Licence is the minimum requirement for this role. If your licence has lapsed or you're working towards your first licence, we can point you to OnnPoint Training, our sister training company, who can support you through the licensing process.

What shift patterns do you offer? 

We offer a range of shift patterns including days, nights, weekends and flexible relief cover. When you apply, let us know your availability and we'll match you to shifts that work for you. We're genuinely flexible, we want to find something that works long term, not just fill a gap.

Where will I work? 

Our Security Officers work across a wide range of client sites, retail stores, corporate offices, construction sites, healthcare facilities, residential developments, and more. We match officers to postings that fit their experience and location where possible and we aim to provide varied work rather than posting you to the same single site indefinitely.

What support will I receive as soon as I start?

Every new officer receives a full induction before their first shift, including a site briefing, introduction to our reporting systems, and a named point of contact in our operations team. You'll never be sent to a site blind, we make sure you have everything you need to be effective from day one.

Is there opportunity to progress? 

Yes. We actively promote from within. Many of our supervisors, operations staff, and senior officers started as Security Officers with Akon. If you have ambitions beyond the officer role, whether that's moving into events, close protection, crisis response, or operations, we'll support your development.

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READY TO APPLY?

Submit your application today and a member of our team will be in touch within 5 working days.

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