Huntsman

Security Officer

UK - Duxford Full time

Job Description:

Duxford, Cambridge, UK | Permanent | Full‑time

Shift Pattern: 2‑shift rotation, Monday–Friday (6am - 2pm, 2pm - 10pm)

Join a team that keeps our busy, multi‑business Duxford site running safely, smoothly and securely. As a 2‑Shift Security Officer, you’ll be the face of security on site — supporting our people and protecting our facilities. If you’re great with people, calm under pressure and confident making decisions, this is your chance to play a vital role as part of a well‑established and trusted team.

What You’ll Do

  • Be the first point of contact for staff, visitors and contractors
  • Manage site access and keep our gatehouse running efficiently
  • Monitor CCTV, complete perimeter patrols and carry out regular security checks
  • Respond quickly and professionally to alarms, incidents and emergencies
  • Support emergency services and help coordinate drills and preparedness activities
  • Use modern security tech including access control systems, radios and digital platforms
  • Provide clear reporting and maintain strong standards of professionalism and integrity
  • Provide shift cover during sickness or operational need

What You’ll Bring

  • SIA Security Guarding Licence
  • First Aid at Work or willingness to gain the qualification
  • Confident communicator with excellent customer‑service skills
  • Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure
  • Experience in security, emergency services or similar operational environments
  • Comfortable with security systems (CCTV, access control, radios) and IT applications
  • Ability to undertake site patrol duties.

What we offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Private healthcare, wellbeing support and employee assistance
  • Onsite parking, cycle‑to‑work scheme and healthy‑workplace initiatives
  • Training and development opportunities, including access to thousands of e‑learning courses
  • A supportive, people‑focused culture where safety come first

Closing Date:  Friday 6 March 2026

Interviews: to be held in March.

About Huntsman: 

At Huntsman, we pride ourselves on being a people-oriented organisation. Our family-like atmosphere is cultivated by our diverse groups of team members around the world. 

We welcome the talent, experience and fresh ideas that employees at all stages of their careers, from interns to seasoned professionals, bring to Huntsman. 

In return, we offer you the opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic, industry-leading company, where safety and ethics always come first. 

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~IND123

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