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Security Jobs in Plymouth

UKSecurityJobs lists verified security vacancies in Plymouth — the South West's second largest security market. Every role requires a valid SIA licence. Register once and apply to multiple Plymouth employers without filling in another application form.

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Security Jobs in Plymouth

Why Security Work in Plymouth?

Plymouth's naval base, large retail sector, waterfront developments and active night-time economy create steady year-round demand for SIA-licensed security professionals.

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 Plymouth

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

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Security Guard Jobs Plymouth

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

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CCTV Operator Jobs Plymouth

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

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Close Protection Jobs Plymouth

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

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Security Jobs Across the UK

UKSecurityJobs covers security vacancies across the entire United Kingdom. Browse verified security jobs in other cities and regions:

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Security Jobs in Plymouth — Frequently Asked Questions

UKSecurityJobs lists verified security vacancies across Plymouth and Devon. HMNB Devonport — one of the UK's largest naval bases — and associated defence-adjacent facilities generate demand for security officers with suitable clearance and vetting. City centre retail and Barbican waterfront venues generate static guarding and door supervisor demand. The night-time economy across the city centre is active throughout the year. University of Plymouth generates campus security demand. Every vacancy requires a 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 required across Plymouth's security sector. Defence-adjacent employers near HMNB Devonport apply particularly thorough background screening, often requiring enhanced DBS checks alongside standard BS7858. Retail and waterfront venue security operators and university campus providers also require full vetting compliance. UKSecurityJobs candidates complete their full BS7858-ready profile before applying for any Plymouth role.
Security pay rates in Plymouth 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 Plymouth and anywhere in the UK with a single click, without having to fill in another application form.
Yes. Security companies in Plymouth 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.

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