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Events DS Security Officers - Farnborough Air Show
Farnborough, United Kingdom
Events DS Security Officers - Farnborough Air Show
Up to £13.45 per hour
DS SIA license required.
G4S Events are currently recruiting experienced SIA Licenced Officers to work at Farnborough International Airshow 2026. If you’re confident, professional, and ready to work in a fast-paced events environment, then we want to hear from you!
This role offers flexible work options, making it ideal for those seeking a second job or additional income. You’ll also have opportunities to work at some of the biggest events and iconic venues across the UK, if you’re open to travel.
As a DS licenced Security Officer, you’ll be the visible, friendly face of safety, helping to ensure visitors and staff have a safe and enjoyable experience. You should be comfortable in handling any incidents which may occur and deal with conflict management in a professional manner.
Role
You will be working as part of an enthusiastic team that helps to keep the venue, staff and visitors safe and secure throughout. This is an opportunity to showcase your skills and experience such as customer service, communication, health & safety, teamwork, problem solving to deliver the gold standard of service for this prestigious event.
Main responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Respond promptly and efficiently to any call made by control in relation to crowd disturbances.
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Deal with crowd disruptions (sometimes physical removals/extractions)
Robust response when required
Body and Bag searches if required
Monitor crowd movements and behaviour to identify potential issues or incidents and to take action to resolve as necessary.
Ensure that all secured zones within the venue remain free of prohibited and restricted items.
The event runs from 20-24 July 2026 however, build and break shifts are available in the weeks prior to and post event.
Free on site car parking available for staff. Non-drivers, please check your local transport connection to ensure you can get to and from the site at the Farnborough Exhibition Centre, as we are unable to provide any transport.
Requirements:
Front-line Door Supervisor SIA Licence
Good approach to teamwork and conflict resolution
Professional and flexible attitude and presence
Client awareness and be customer focused
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Positive, alert and observant - you are naturally security conscious
Benefits:
Perks at Work Scheme: access to a wide range of employee benefits which include discounts in over 20 different categories ranging from Electronics, Home Appliances, Food & Groceries, Car Buying, Travel, Fitness, and more
WeCare: 24 hour access to medical, financial and well-being services
Holiday pay
Company Pension
Training and progression opportunities
You will just need to complete the following application form and one of our Recruiters will be in touch to discuss the next steps. Our recruitment and selection process will include an interview and screening to BS7858 standards.
Given the nature of the industry, we do need to ask some questions for security and compliance purposes, but don’t worry - you will only need to complete them once.
In 2021, G4S, a London-based global security company, was acquired by Allied Universal®, a leading security and facility services company that provides proactive security services and cutting-edge smart technology to deliver tailored, integrated security solutions. This acquisition expanded Allied Universal’s footprint and infrastructure on a global and local level. Through a global workforce of approximately 800,000 people*, we leverage best practices in communities all over the world. With revenue of approximately $20 billion, we have the resources to deploy efficient processes and systems to help deliver our promise locally: keeping people safe so our communities can thrive. In Europe, we have an extensive network of offices and more than 46,500 employees to support our local communities and customers. We believe there is no greater purpose than serving and safeguarding customers, communities and people in today’s world. Allied Universal is There for you™. For more information, please visit www.g4s.com or www.aus.com.
*Total workforce includes employees and subcontractors
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Rewards and benefits
Our benefits vary from country to country and role to role and are designed to ensure our staff have access to the things they need to thrive both in and out of work. This includes on-the-job training, career paths to management and a range of benefits depending on locations around the world.
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