Security Jobs Galway
PSA Licensed Roles
Galway's security market is driven by hospitality, retail, a major university campus, and a strong night economy. Browse PSA-licensed roles across Galway City and County.
Security Jobs in Galway — What the Market Looks Like
Galway is one of Ireland's most active markets for door supervision and hospitality security. The city's dense concentration of pubs, bars, and nightlife venues on Shop Street, Quay Street, and the Latin Quarter generates strong, consistent demand for PSA Door Supervisor licence holders — particularly Thursday through Sunday.
Beyond the night economy, Galway's growing technology sector (companies including Cisco, Dexcom, and others based in the IDA Business Park in Athenry and surrounding areas) provides corporate security opportunities. NUI Galway and the University of Galway campus also employ security staff year-round.
The main contractors operating in Galway include Bidvest Noonan, Synergy Security Solutions, Mitie Ireland, and G4S. Rates track the ERO minimum closely, with hospitality door supervision often attracting weekend premiums.
Security Jobs in Galway — Live Listings
All roles require a valid PSA licence. New listings added as employers come on board.
Door Supervisor — City Centre Venues
Corporate Security Officer
Retail Security Officer
Security Officer — Hotel & Venue
Event Security — Galway Races & Festivals
University Campus Security Officer
Security Guard Pay Rates in Galway — 2026
| Role | Hourly Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Security Guard (Static) | €15.41 – €16.50 | ERO minimum applies. Corporate, retail and campus sites. |
| Retail Security Officer | €15.41 – €16.00 | Eyre Square, shopping centres, high street. |
| Door Supervisor | €16.00 – €17.00 | City centre nightlife. Weekend rates higher. Thurs–Sun focus. |
| Hospitality Security | €15.41 – €16.50 | Hotels, bars, venue security. Often includes weekend premiums. |
| Corporate Security Officer | €15.41 – €17.00 | Technology companies and business parks. Growing demand. |
| Event Security | €15.41 – €16.50 | Galway Races, Arts Festival, major concerts. Seasonal peaks. |
| Security Supervisor | €18.00 – €21.00 | Site lead roles. QQI Level 6 often preferred. |
All rates subject to ERO minimum of €15.41/hr. Night shift premium €20 per shift from January 2026. Sunday premium of €3.44/hr additional applies under the current ERO.
Security Jobs Galway — Common Questions
For the city centre, yes. Galway's concentration of licensed premises on Quay Street, Shop Street, and the Latin Quarter makes the PSA Door Supervisor Licence the most sought-after category. Holders of both the Static and Door Supervisor licence have the widest range of options in Galway's market.
The main PSA-registered contractors active in Galway include Bidvest Noonan, Synergy Security Solutions, Mitie Ireland, and G4S Ireland. Many individual licensed premises and hotels also hire their security staff directly rather than through contractors.
Yes — Galway has one of the strongest seasonal peaks in Ireland. The Galway Races (July), Galway International Arts Festival (July), and a full summer calendar of concerts and outdoor events generate significant event security demand from June to August. The Door Supervisor licence is required for most of this work.
Advertised rates for door supervision in Galway are typically €16–€17 per hour, with the ERO night shift premium of €20 per shift applicable to qualifying shifts. Weekend rates on busy nights may attract additional premiums depending on the employer.