Security Officer

Security Officer Job in South Normanton, Derbyshire – £26,567+ Per Year

Security Officer – Cencora

Employer: Cencora / Alliance Healthcare Management Services Limited
Job Title: Security Officer
Location: South Normanton, Derbyshire, DE55, United Kingdom
Workplace: Alloga UK Campus
Job ID: R2610776
Category: Business Services
Job Type: Full-time
Posted: 20 August 2026
Working Hours: 48 hours per week
Shift Pattern: 4 days on, 4 days off, followed by 4 nights on
DBS Check: Required

Salary and Pay

• £12.96 per hour for the standard 39-hour week
• £19.44 per hour for the additional 9 hours
• £26,567 per year based on a flat 39-hour working week
• £18.81 per hour for overtime at time and a half
• £25.92 per hour for Sunday and Bank Holiday overtime
• Premium overtime rates for Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
• Night-shift enhancement available

Working Pattern

The role operates across day and night shifts.

Day shift: 5:00am – 5:00pm
Night shift: 5:00pm – 5:00am

Shift pattern: 4 days on → 4 days off → 4 nights on

The role may also require work during weekends, Bank Holidays, nights and site lockdowns.

About Cencora

Cencora is a global healthcare company focused on creating healthier futures and supporting healthcare delivery for people and animals.

This Security Officer opportunity is based at the Alloga UK campus in South Normanton, Derbyshire.

About the Security Officer Role

The Security Officer will support the delivery of physical security, loss prevention and health, safety and environment (HSE) services across the Alloga UK campus.

The successful candidate will help maintain site security, manage access control, monitor security systems and respond to incidents.

Reports to: Head of Security & Loss Prevention
Direct Reports: None

Key Responsibilities

Security and Loss Prevention

• Support security and loss prevention services across the Alloga UK campus.
• Maintain the site’s physical security.
• Conduct regular internal and external patrols.
• Monitor CCTV systems.
• Monitor intruder alarms, fire alarms and detection/suppression systems.
• Investigate security breaches and incidents.
• Support loss-reduction initiatives.

Gatehouse and Access Control

Duties include:

• Access control
• Booking deliveries and collections
• Temperature monitoring
• Maintaining accurate logs
• Traffic marshalling
• Incident control
• Advising drivers and visitors on HSE requirements
• Enforcing PPE compliance
• Managing site access

Incident Management

The Security Officer may investigate incidents involving:

• Trespassing
• Vandalism
• Assault
• Theft
• Alarm activations
• Security breaches

Accurate reports must be prepared for the Prime reporting database and submitted for management review.

Searches and Surveillance

The role may involve:

• Staff searches
• Vehicle searches
• Targeted surveillance
• Loss-prevention investigations
• Preparing reports for the line manager

Security Systems

The successful candidate will maintain knowledge of:

• CCTV
• Intruder alarms
• Fire alarms
• Fire detection and suppression systems
• Temperature-controlled systems

Warehouse and CD Vault Access

The Security Officer will facilitate out-of-hours access to warehouses containing CD vaults when required to support Duty Manager responsibilities.

Health, Safety and Environment

The successful candidate must work in accordance with company HSE policies and standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Reporting accidents immediately
• Reporting near misses
• Promoting HSE compliance
• Ensuring PPE requirements are followed
• Maintaining a safety-conscious approach

What Cencora Is Looking For

Applicants should have:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• High levels of accuracy
• Ability to work independently
• Good telephone etiquette
• Excellent customer service skills
• Proficiency with PC applications
• Smart and professional appearance
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Confidence communicating with different departments
• A loyal and trustworthy approach
• Understanding of teamwork
• Willingness to provide overtime and shift cover

Suitable Experience

The position may be suitable for candidates with experience in:

• Security
• Security guarding
• Loss prevention
• Gatehouse operations
• CCTV monitoring
• Access control
• Warehouse security
• Site security
• Incident management
• Customer service
• Logistics security
• Health and safety support

Applicants should review the employer’s requirements before applying.

Annual Leave and Other Benefits

The vacancy offers:

• 25 days’ annual leave, pro rata
• Annual leave increasing with yearly service intervals
• Uniform provided
• Night-shift enhancement
• Overtime opportunities
• Enhanced overtime rates
• Premium holiday overtime rates
• Full-time employment

Benefits may vary according to local market practices and eligibility.

DBS Check Required

A DBS check is required for this position.

Applicants should be prepared to complete the required background-check process as part of the recruitment procedure.

Is Visa Sponsorship Available?

The vacancy information provided does not state that Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or Skilled Worker visa sponsorship is available.

Applicants who require UK visa sponsorship should not assume sponsorship is available. Check directly with Cencora and review the official vacancy requirements before applying.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply through the official Cencora careers website.

Job Title: Security Officer
Job ID: R2610776
Location: South Normanton, Derbyshire
Employer: Cencora / Alliance Healthcare Management Services Limited

Important Reminder

This is a full-time Security Officer opportunity in South Normanton, Derbyshire, offering £26,567 per year for the flat 39-hour week, with enhanced rates for additional hours, overtime, Sundays and Bank Holidays.

The role may appeal to candidates looking for a structured day-and-night security position with overtime opportunities.

Always verify the vacancy status, eligibility requirements, salary arrangements and sponsorship position on the official employer website before applying.

Job Summary