The level of professionalism displayed by the Vigilant team during our peak season was unparalleled. Truly elite service.
- SIA-LICENSED WAREHOUSE SECURITY
Warehouse Security Services in the UK
Vigilant provides warehouse security for distribution centres, logistics parks and storage sites across the UK. Our SIA-licensed warehouse security guards control gatehouses and HGV arrivals, protect loading bays and stock, and work alongside monitored CCTV and alarms from our own 24/7 alarm receiving centre.
- Licensing
- 100% SIA-licensed officers
- Gatehouse
- HGV and visitor control
- Control Room
- Own 24/7 alarm receiving centre
Why Warehouse Security Needs More Than a Locked Gate
Warehouses hold high-value stock in large buildings with many doors, wide yards and vehicles arriving around the clock. Theft from trailers and loading bays, stock leaving through the wrong door, unauthorised drivers on site and break-ins after the last shift are some of the most common risks for logistics and storage businesses.
A locked gate and a few cameras record a problem after it happens. Professional warehouse security controls who and what comes in and out, keeps watch over the yard and loading bays, and gives you a written record of every vehicle and incident.
Our Warehouse Security Services
Every warehouse runs differently, so we build the service around your shifts, delivery times and stock.
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Gatehouse and HGV Control
Officers manage HGV booking-in at the gatehouse, check driver identification, log every vehicle in and out, and check seals on delivery vehicles before they leave.
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Static Warehouse Security Guards
Officers posted at entrances, reception and yard gates to control access for staff, visitors and contractors. Find out more about our static security guards.
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Loading Bay and Yard Patrols
Regular patrols of loading bays, trailer parks and boundaries to stop theft from vehicles and spot open doors, damage or anyone on site who should not be there.
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Mobile Patrols
Scheduled and random visits for smaller units, or for out-of-hours checks when a full-time guard is not needed, through our mobile security patrols.
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Keyholding and Alarm Response
Secure key storage and an officer sent to the warehouse when an alarm activates, so managers are not called out at night. See our keyholding services.
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Opening and Lock-Up Cover
Officers open the site at the start of the first shift and lock up, set alarms and check doors and shutters after the last.
WAREHOUSE SECURITY SYSTEMS
Warehouse Security Systems: CCTV, Alarms and Access Control
Guards are strongest when they are backed by the right technology. We design, install and monitor warehouse security systems, so officers and cameras work as one service from one provider.
We also provide fire alarm installation for warehouses and distribution centres.
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CCTV Monitoring
CCTV and Remote Monitoring
Cameras covering gates, yards, loading bays and stock areas, watched from our own 24/7 alarm receiving centre. Learn about our commercial CCTV installation and remote CCTV monitoring.
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Alarms
Intruder Alarms
Monitored intruder alarm systems for buildings, offices and stock areas, with every activation checked by our operators before a response is sent.
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Access Control Access Control
Card and fob access control systems that keep staff out of areas they do not need, such as high-value stock cages, offices and server rooms, with a log of every entry.
Warehouses and Logistics Sites We Protect
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Distribution Centres
Large sites with constant HGV traffic, many loading doors and staff working in shifts around the clock.
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Logistics Parks and Freight Yards
Multi-unit parks and yards where trailers and containers are parked overnight and need regular checks.
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Retail and E-commerce Warehouses
Stock rooms and fulfilment centres holding high-value goods, where stock loss through doors and vehicles is a key risk.
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Industrial Units and Storage Sites
Smaller warehouses and units on industrial estates, often best protected by patrols, alarms and monitored CCTV.
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Empty and Vacant Warehouses
Units between tenants or awaiting redevelopment, covered by our vacant property security.
How We Set Up Security at Your Warehouse
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Site Survey
We walk the site, look at gates, doors, yard, lighting and shift patterns, and talk to you about your delivery schedule and past incidents.
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Security Plan
We recommend the mix of guards, patrols and systems, and confirm the cover and price in writing.
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Gatehouse and Site Procedures
We agree written instructions for booking in vehicles, checking drivers and seals, visitor access and incident reporting.
Gatehouse procedures are written around your delivery times and booking system, so security checks protect stock without holding up vehicles.
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Officers Start
SIA-licensed officers are briefed on your site and procedures, then start on the agreed date, supported by our 24/7 control room.
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Review
We review incidents and reports with you and adjust the service as your operation changes.
Gatehouse Briefing Why Choose Vigilant for Warehouse Security
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Guards and Systems From One Company
Officers, CCTV, alarms and access control come from one provider and one contract, so there are no gaps between suppliers.
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Our Own 24/7 Control Room
Alarms and cameras report to our own alarm receiving centre, where operators check every alert and send a response when it is needed.
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Licensed and Screened Officers
Every officer holds an SIA licence and is screened to BS 7858 before working on your site.
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UK-Wide Cover
With offices in London, Greater Manchester and Scotland, we can protect one warehouse or a network of sites under the same standards.
Warehouse Security in London and Across the UK
We protect warehouses and distribution centres in London, including the Park Royal industrial area close to our NW10 head office, and throughout England, Scotland and Wales. Our Greater Manchester and Livingston offices support sites in the North West and Scotland.
For guarding in the capital, see our security guards in London; for the North West, see our Manchester security services.
WHO WE SUPPORT
Warehouse Security for Operators, Retailers and Landlords
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Logistics and 3PL Operators
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Every vehicle and driver logged at the gate - Cover that matches your shift pattern
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Retailers and E-commerce Businesses
- Less stock lost through doors and vehicles
- Clear incident records for investigations
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Site and Facilities Managers
- One point of contact for guards and systems
- Alarms answered without a night call-out
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Landlords and Property Owners
- Units protected between tenants
- Patrols across multi-unit parks
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PRICING FACTORS
What Affects the Cost of Warehouse Security
Hours and Cover
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Hours per day or week
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Day, night or 24-hour shifts
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Number of officers
Site and Risk
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Size of the warehouse and yard
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Number of gates and loading doors
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Value of stock held
Services and Systems
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Gatehouse, patrols or static guards
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CCTV, alarms and access control
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Remote monitoring and alarm response
Our Security Accreditations
& Industry Commitments
As a fully accredited security services UK provider, our certifications are independently verifiable and not self-declared. These accreditations give our clients complete faith in us when choosing Vigilant
What Clients Say About Our Security Company
Vigilant provided outstanding security for our flagship retail locations across London. Their officers are disciplined, courteous, and highly responsive.
From initial consultation to on-site deployment, the entire process was seamless. We feel genuinely protected with Vigilant on our side.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a warehouse security guard do?
A warehouse security guard controls who enters the site, checks vehicles and drivers at the gatehouse, patrols loading bays, yards and boundaries, and responds to incidents. Officers also open and lock up the site and record everything in written reports.
Do warehouse security guards need an SIA licence?
Yes. Anyone carrying out security guarding on a warehouse site needs a valid SIA Security Guarding licence. Every officer we place holds the correct licence and is briefed on your site procedures before their first shift.
Can your officers check HGVs and drivers at our gatehouse?
Yes. Our officers manage HGV booking-in, check driver identification, log vehicles in and out and check delivery vehicle seals, following written procedures agreed with you.
Is it better to use guards or CCTV for a warehouse?
It depends on the site. Busy warehouses with constant deliveries usually need officers at the gate, while smaller units can be well protected by monitored CCTV, alarms and mobile patrols. Many sites use a mix, and we recommend the right balance after a survey.
Do you provide warehouse security in London?
Yes. Our London head office in NW10, close to Park Royal, supports warehouses and logistics sites across the capital, and our wider team covers sites throughout the UK.
Need Warehouse Security?
Tell us about your warehouse, shifts and delivery times, and we will arrange a site survey and a clear quote.
