Dock Officer 

Permanent
Location:  London Kings Cross
Hours: 4 on, 4 off 
Pay: £14.95 per hour

Join Our Team as a Dock Officer!

Are you a vigilant and dedicated professional looking for a rewarding career in security? We are seeking a reliable and proactive Security Officer to help maintain a safe and secure environment for our staff, visitors, and assets. In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring premises, conducting patrols, responding to incidents, and ensuring that security protocols are upheld at all times. If you have strong observational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to handle situations calmly and professionally, we would love to hear from you!

About the Role:

As a Dock Officer, you will be responsible for:

• Provide a visible, professional presence and deliver excellent customer service during all 
  interactions. 
• Monitor and control access to the loading bay, validating vehicle entries, deliveries, and contractor 
  movements. 
• Perform visual checks of delivery vehicles and escort high-risk contractors or goods when 
  appropriate. 
• Respond to loading bay alarms, hazards, or unauthorised access events
• Liaise with loading dock coordinators, facilities staff, and tenant representatives to manage site 
  activity.

• Invests in training, development and career progression
• Supports wellbeing and work-life balance
• Encourages diversity, inclusion and belonging
• Values innovation and continuous improvement
• Is built for long-term success, not short-term gain
• Gives you the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to our future
  
  

What we are looking for:

• To hold a current DS & CCTV SIA Licence
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Customer-focused with the ability to remain calm in emergencies. 
• Previous experience in dock security, access control, or contractor management (beneficial). 
• Excellent Customer Service

Interested? Apply now and secure a future with us! 

Please be aware that, on occasion, we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of strong applications

Wilson James have been raising standards in security, construction logistics, aviation services, and technology for over 30 years. With 5,000 employees and a presence across over 300 client sites all over the UK, we are dedicated to delivering tailored solutions and top-tier customer service. As a leading managed service provider, we prioritise safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, and we work with diverse, vibrant clients, making for a dynamic and engaging workplace.   Employee owned since 2026, we are strengthening our people-first culture every day and creating even greater opportunities for investment, innovation, career development and long-term success.

Internal Applicants
At Wilson James, we support career growth and offer internal mobility to help employees explore new roles and advance within the company. Committed to promoting from within, we provide clear career pathways and continuous skill development. Unlock your potential by applying for exciting internal opportunities and new challenges
If you are currently employed under TUPE terms and conditions, please note that successful appointment to this role will be on Wilson James standard terms and conditions.