The Goodwood Estate Company Limited
Security Officer
Security Officer at The Goodwood Estate Company Limited, based in Chichester, South East, paying £30,500 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £30,500 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site · Night shifts
- Location
- Chichester, South East
- Closing date
- Sector
- Security Officer
- SIA licence
35% below the typical rate for security officer
Reference 576489338474272903
About the role
Are you ready to take your security career to the next level in a truly extraordinary setting?
At Goodwood, we don’t just host world-class events and experiences, we protect a legacy. As a Security Officer, you’ll be at the heart of safeguarding The Richmond Family, Goodwood House, and its priceless art collection, while ensuring the safety of everyone who lives, works, and visits this historic estate.
This is more than a job, it’s a chance to be part of a team that values excellence, discretion, and integrity in everything we do.
What You’ll Be Doing
Reporting to the Security Duty Manager, you will:
• Provide 24/7 security coverage of Goodwood House and associated buildings
• Respond to alarms, incidents, and emergencies in a calm and professional manner
• Conduct regular foot and vehicle patrols, maintaining a visible presence
• Monitor CCTV systems and manage communications from the Control Room
• Support estate-wide operations, including major events and emergency planning
• Uphold Goodwood’s values and maintain the highest standards of conduct
This is a permanent, full-time position working a 42-hour average week on a rotating pattern of two days, two nights, followed by four days off.
What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for someone with:
- Prior experience in a Professional Security role (preferred)
- SIA Door Supervisor Licence (essential)
- SIA Close Protection Licence (preferred)
- SIA CCTV Operator Licence (essential)
- A First Aid at Work certificate or equivalent level (essential)
- Full (clean) Manual driving licence (essential)
- Strong communication, conflict management, and organisational skills
- A calm, proactive, and adaptable approach – especially under pressure
- A passion for delivering exceptional service with integrity and discretion
Why Join Us?
At Goodwood, you’ll be part of a close-knit, trusted team where professionalism is matched by camaraderie.
We offer:
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Structured 2 day / 2 night / 4 off shift pattern
• A unique working environment with historic and cultural significance
• Exposure to high-profile events and VIP operations
• Opportunities to broaden your operational experience across estate and event security
If you are motivated, professional, and capable of operating with discretion in a prestigious private environment, we would welcome your application.
Reference: 576489338474272903 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 1 Dec 2026 · Listed via The Goodwood Estate Company Limited
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