Security Guards
Code: 33-9032.00
Bright Outlook
Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Bright Outlook
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
Guard, patrol, or monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules. May operate x-ray and metal detector equipment.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Armed Security Officer
Campus Security Officer (CSO)
Custom Protection Officer (CPO)
Customer Service Security Officer
Hotel Security Officer
Loss Prevention Officer
Safety and Security Officer
Security Agent
Security Guard
Security Officer
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Lock doors and gates of entrances and exits to secure buildings.
- Patrol industrial or commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.
- Respond to medical emergencies by administering basic first aid or by obtaining assistance from paramedics.
Frequently Asked Questions About Security Guards
Salaries for a Security Guards vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Security Guards in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Security Guards include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
Security Guards is classified as a Bright Outlook occupation in the UK, experiencing rapid growth and numerous annual employment openings across both public and private sectors.
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