Overview
Security Officer – Bristol (Full-Time, DV Clearance Required). This role is shift-based, and successful candidates may occasionally be required to support operations at our Gloucester site (transport provided or costs reimbursed).
Location and Requirements
* Location: Bristol (with occasional support required in Gloucester)
* Contract Type: Full-Time
* Security Clearance: Developed Vetting (DV) required
* Please note: This role requires DV clearance. Candidates must be UK citizens with at least 10 years of UK work history. Clearance can take up to 12 months to complete before employment can begin.
Key Responsibilities
* Control access to the site, permitting only authorised personnel.
* Monitor site activity using Access Control Systems and CCTV.
* Conduct internal and external patrols to ensure site security.
* Perform daily checks on alarm systems and respond to alerts.
* Escalate issues to the MDL Service Desk as needed.
* Carry out random entry and exit searches.
* Detect and deter unauthorised access, vandalism, or suspicious activity.
* Handle suspect packages in line with agreed procedures.
* Provide cover for colleagues and support team flexibility.
* Undertake ad-hoc tasks as directed by line management.
What We're Looking For
* Previous experience in a security role is helpful but not essential.
* Hold a valid SIA Licence and be CCTV trained.
* Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
* IT literate and comfortable using security systems and reporting tools.
* Flexible and reliable, with a proactive attitude to team support.
Benefits and Development
Our market-leading offering provides benefits that suit your lifestyle. This includes access to a virtual GP for you and your household, financial wellbeing assistance through Salary Finance, and ability to access up to 50% of earned pay before payday for a small fee. We offer a range of lifestyle benefits via a platform called Choices, including additional holiday options and various insurance and financial products. We also provide access to MiDeals discounts, a cycle-to-work scheme, life cover up to four times salary, enhanced pension contributions, a save-as-you-earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan. Recognitions include Mitie Stars with monthly cash prizes and a potential £10,000 annual grand prize. We provide extensive training and development opportunities across a wide range of resources to support career progression. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or long-term condition, please email Ashish Singh at Ashish.Singh@mitie.com.
Company and Culture
Since 1987, Mitie’s 76,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, serving clients across banking, government, hospitals, and schools. We value diversity and inclusion as part of our recruiter process and team culture.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Other
Industries
* Facilities Services
Join our Mitie Team. Together our diversity makes us stronger.
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