Job description
We are recruiting for Dog Handlers to join our team for a range of assignments across Norfolk and the South of England.
We are interested in hearing from both General Purpose Dog Handlers and Detection Dog Handlers. Opportunities are available on both a PAYE and self-employed basis, depending on the role and assignment.
This role is ideal for professional, reliable, and experienced handlers who can work calmly, confidently, and to a high standard in public-facing and operational environments.
We are recruiting for Dog Handlers to join our team for a range of assignments across Norfolk and the South of England.
We are interested in hearing from both General Purpose Dog Handlers and Detection Dog Handlers. Opportunities are available on both a PAYE and self-employed basis, depending on the role and assignment.
This role is ideal for professional, reliable, and experienced handlers who can work calmly, confidently, and to a high standard in public-facing and operational environments.
Engagement: PAYE and Self-Employed opportunities available Job type: Flexible shifts Location: Norfolk and across the South of England Travel required
Assignments May Include
- Events and public-facing venues
- Festivals across the UK
- Farms and abattoirs
- Venue and site security assignments
- Detection operations where required
- Other specialist assignments as required
Typical Duties
- Conducting patrols and maintaining a visible professional presence
- Supporting site safety and security through proactive observation and reporting
- Working in line with operational instructions and assignment requirements
- Handling dogs safely, professionally, and in accordance with relevant standards
- Responding calmly and effectively to incidents or concerns
- Completing records and reports accurately where required
- Working as part of a wider operational team
Requirements
Essential
- Valid NASDU or NACTIS-P certification relevant to the role being applied for
- Suitable dog and equipment for operational deployment where applicable
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Professional, reliable, and well presented approach
- Calm under pressure and confident in operational environments
- Willingness and ability to travel across Norfolk and the South of England
- Comfortable working flexible hours, including early starts, late finishes, evenings, and weekends
Desirable
- Experience in event, venue, or site-based deployments
- Previous public-facing operational experience
- Own transport suitable for travel to assignments
- Interest in progressing into specialist assignments where opportunities arise
What You’ll Get
- General Purpose: £15.00–£18.00 per hour
- Detection: £35.00–£50.00 per hour
- PAYE and self-employed opportunities available
- Flexible shifts
- Immediate and ongoing work opportunities
- Supportive leadership and fair treatment
- Opportunities for progression
- Free counselling support
- Free mental health hotline
- Access to a mental health and wellbeing programme
- Major discounts on training courses when our training school launches
- Discounts at selected stores
- Additional benefits to come
Why Join Norvic Guards Security?
We are building a team of professionals who take pride in doing things properly. If you value respect, integrity, and discretion, and you want to be part of a company focused on improving standards, supporting its people, and creating real opportunities for development over time, we would like to hear from you.
Required Security Details
To apply for this position you’ll need to have the following security clearance: