Field Training Officer (FTO) - Data Center Security

Job description

Love Teaching? Bring Your Skills to the Security Industry Securitas is seeking a Field Training Officer (FTO) to support one of the world's leading data center organizations. As a Field Training Officer, you will serve as the primary training resource for security personnel across multiple sites. You will be responsible for onboarding, training, coaching, assessing, and developing security officers while ensuring compliance with operational and client-specific requirements. This is a highly visible role that requires strong communication skills, a passion for developing others, and the ability to build engagement while maintaining strict adherence to procedures and standards. You will work closely with site leadership, regional stakeholders, and training teams to ensure a consistent and high-quality training experience across the organization. The position is currently based in the Oslo region. However, candidates must be willing to relocate as the role is expected to transition to Western Norway within the next few years. Working hours are primarily Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00 , although some flexibility may be required. Key Responsibilities Deliver onboarding, certification, and ongoing training for Security Officers. Facilitate engaging classroom and practical training sessions. Coach and assess employees to support their development and performance. Maintain training records and ensure compliance with training requirements. Conduct training audits and support continuous improvement initiatives. Partner with site leadership to identify training needs and development opportunities. Promote a strong culture of safety, security, and operational excellence. Travel between sites to support training and operational needs. Who Are We Looking For? We're looking for someone who enjoys developing people and helping others succeed. The ideal candidate is: A confident communicator with strong coaching skills. Passionate about learning and development. Structured, collaborative, and professional. Comfortable working within established procedures and standards. Able to build trust, provide constructive feedback, and maintain high performance. A background in teaching, training, or pedagogy is an advantage. Qualifications Required Fluent in English and Norwegian, both written and spoken. Valid driver's license (Class B). Satisfactory background check Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability and willingness to travel extensively. Preferred Security Guard Certification (Vekterutdanning) Experience within the security industry or from data center operations Experience delivering training, instruction, coaching, or mentoring. Teaching, educational, or pedagogical background. For exceptional candidates, support for obtaining required security qualifications may be considered. Please note that this role requires regular travel and flexibility to support operational needs. Candidates should also be aware that the position is expected to be permanently based in Western Norway following an initial period in the Oslo area. Securitas is a global knowledge leader in security, operating in 47 countries across North America, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. With more than 2,000 branch offices and over 355,000 employees worldwide, we make a difference every day. Guided by our core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness, we have been protecting people, assets, and communities since 1929. Through a combination of skilled personnel, advanced technology, and industry-leading expertise, we help our clients create safer environments in an ever-changing world.