At Mitie, we are eagerly looking for passionate security enthusiasts to join our Security Guard teams nationwide for our new, exciting project with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a professional and dedicated team that makes a difference in communities across the United Kingdom.
Job Overview
Flexibility to travel as this role will cover various DWP sites within the region of Bury St Edmunds, Thetford, Newmarket, Stowmarket, Woodbridge, and Ipswich.
Full UK driving licence required.
Responsibilities
* Ensure a safe and secure environment for the DWP staff, visitors, and property.
* Patrol the premises regularly to identify potential security threats.
* Respond effectively to emergencies or suspicious situations.
* Liaise with local law enforcement and emergency services as needed.
* Provide a high level of customer service and assist staff and visitors in any security‑related matter.
* Conduct routine security checks and submit incident reports as appropriate.
* Adhere to Mitie and DWP security policies, procedures, and regulations.
* Look out for and immediately report any Health & Safety hazards or potential hazards on site.
* Stay alert to any threats or changes within the work environment to take the appropriate action to reduce the chance of disruption, loss or damage.
* Use common sense and initiative by immediately involving others if a situation appears to become threatening.
* Maintain professional conduct in the face of difficult situations and challenging customers.
* Complete an accurate, detailed notebook entry after any incident, used as part of the Incident Report process.
* Keep to schedules and demonstrate commitment to Mitie and the Client.
* Call emergency services and Communication Centre to report all incidents.
Qualifications
* Previous security experience.
* DS Licence preferred.
* Full UK driving licence required.
Benefits
* Flexible benefits scheme with options such as dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, technology product discounts, and more.
* Access to high street discounts through MiDeals platform, cycle‑to‑work scheme, and free shares in Mitie via the Mitie Matching Share Plan.
* Life cover equivalent to your annual salary or minimum £10,000.
* Salary Finance scheme to access earned pay before payday on a small fee basis.
* Virtual GP consultation available to employees and household members.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long‑term condition and need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing at [contact].
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