Better places, thriving communities.
At Mitie, we are eagerly looking for passionate security enthusiasts to join our Security Guard teams nationwide for a 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 – Luton, Bedford, Hatfield, Stevenage, St Albans, Hemel Hempstead, Letchworth, Watford.
* 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.
* Full UK driving licence required.
Security and Health & Safety
* Look out for, and immediately report, any health & safety hazards or potential hazards on site.
* Stay alert to threats or changes within the work environment to take appropriate action to reduce the chance of disruption, loss or damage.
* Use common sense and initiative by immediately involving others if a situation appears threatening.
* Maintain professional conduct in the face of difficult situations and challenging customers.
* Complete an accurate, detailed notebook entry as soon as possible after any incident.
* Keep to schedules and demonstrate commitment to Mitie and the Client.
* Call emergency services and the Communication Centre to report all incidents.
What We Are Looking For
* Previous security experience.
* Licence required – DS Licence preferred.
* Full UK driving licence required.
Benefits
We offer a flexible benefits scheme that includes a virtual GP, financial wellbeing assistance, a salary finance scheme, and a flexible benefits platform called Choices where you can customise benefits such as dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, technology products and more.
Additional benefits include high‑street discounts via our MiDeals platform, a cycle‑to‑work scheme, life cover at the greater of your equivalent annual salary or a minimum of £10,000, a save‑as‑you‑earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan.
Employees are recognised with Mitie Stars for hard work, with cash prizes available each month and the chance to win a £10,000 top prize at the end of the year.
We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long‑term condition (for example dyslexia, anxiety, autism, a mobility condition or hearing loss) and need us to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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