What security jobs are available in Cardiff?

UKSecurityJobs lists verified security vacancies in Cardiff across the Principality Stadium and major sports and concert events, Cardiff Bay waterfront venues and BBC Wales studios, St David's and St David's Dewi Sant retail, Central Square media and legal offices, St Mary Street and Mill Lane nightlife, and Cardiff Airport. Roles include door supervisor positions, security guard roles, CCTV operator jobs and close protection opportunities. Every role requires a valid SIA licence.

What is BS7858 vetting and do I need it for security jobs in Cardiff?

BS7858 is the British Standard for vetting individuals working in security environments. It requires a verified 5-year employment and address history with no unexplained gaps. Most security employers in Cardiff require BS7858 vetting. UKSecurityJobs candidates complete their full BS7858-ready profile before applying for any role.

How do I register for security jobs in Cardiff?

Register free at UKSecurityJobs, complete your BS7858-ready profile including your SIA licence details, employment history, address history and reference contacts. Your licence will be verified within 24 hours. Once verified, you can apply for security vacancies in Cardiff and across the UK with a single click.

Security Jobs Cardiff — SIA Licensed Vacancies

Security Jobs in Cardiff

Why Security Work in Cardiff?

Cardiff is the security recruitment capital of Wales, with strong demand across its city centre, waterfront and major sports venues. The Principality Stadium — home to Welsh rugby internationals and major concerts — is one of the UK's most active event venues, generating significant security demand across its packed calendar. Cardiff Bay is home to the Senedd, BBC Wales studios, bars, restaurants and waterfront leisure venues. St David's and St David's Dewi Sant form one of the UK's largest shopping centre complexes, requiring substantial retail security and CCTV coverage. Central Square — Cardiff's emerging media and legal district — is driving growth in corporate security roles. St Mary Street and Mill Lane fuel the city's active night-time economy.

Every vacancy listed on UKSecurityJobs requires a valid SIA licence. Employers on this platform have been verified before they can post a role — and every candidate has a complete, BS7858-ready profile including verified employment history, full address history and reference contacts ready to go.

Door Supervisor Jobs Cardiff

Licensed premises, events and retail security roles requiring an SIA Door Supervisor licence.

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Security Guard Jobs Cardiff

Static guarding, corporate, retail and construction site roles requiring an SIA Security Guard licence.

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CCTV Operator Jobs Cardiff

Control room and public space surveillance roles requiring an SIA CCTV (PSS) licence.

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Close Protection Jobs Cardiff

Personal protection and specialist security roles requiring an SIA Close Protection licence.

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Security Jobs in Cardiff — Frequently Asked Questions

UKSecurityJobs lists verified security vacancies across Wales with the strongest concentration in Cardiff. Event security demand is significant — the Principality Stadium hosts Welsh rugby internationals, Six Nations matches and major concerts, requiring large teams of SIA-licensed door supervisors and security officers throughout the year. Cardiff Bay generates demand for security officers at waterfront venues, BBC Wales studios and the Senedd estate. Retail security and CCTV roles are available at St David's and St David's Dewi Sant shopping centres. Door supervisor positions are in demand across St Mary Street and Mill Lane nightlife. Corporate security roles are growing in Central Square's expanding office district. Cardiff Airport adds transport security demand. Every role requires a current valid SIA licence.

Yes. All front-line security roles in the UK require a valid SIA licence issued by the Security Industry Authority. Depending on the role, you will need a Door Supervisor, Security Guard, CCTV Operator (PSS) or Close Protection licence. UKSecurityJobs verifies every candidate's licence against the public SIA register before their profile goes live to employers.

BS7858 vetting is standard practice across Cardiff's security sector and a requirement for all reputable employers in the city. The standard requires a verified 5-year employment and address history with no unexplained gaps, right to work verification and criminal record disclosure. In Cardiff, BS7858 compliance is enforced by Principality Stadium's contracted security operators, Cardiff Airport security contractors, BBC Wales studio security, and corporate employers in Central Square. St David's shopping centre security management also requires full pre-employment screening. UKSecurityJobs candidates complete their full BS7858-ready profile — including employment history, address records and reference contacts — before applying for any Cardiff or Wales role, giving employers everything they need to begin formal vetting from day one.

Security pay rates in Cardiff vary by role, employer, shift pattern and experience level. Every job listing on UKSecurityJobs displays the pay rate before you apply — there are no hidden rates or bait-and-switch listings. For a full breakdown of current rates by licence type and region, see the UKSecurityJobs Salary Guide.

Register free at UKSecurityJobs and complete your profile — it takes approximately 20 minutes and covers your SIA licence details, employment history, address history and reference contacts. Your SIA licence will be verified within 24 hours. Once verified, you can apply for security vacancies in Cardiff and anywhere in the UK with a single click, without having to fill in another application form.

Yes. Security companies in Cardiff and across the UK can register as employers and post verified security vacancies on the platform. All applications come from SIA-licensed, BS7858-ready candidates — no unsuitable applicants, no unlicensed candidates and no time wasters. Register your company here.