Who are we, and what do we do? You may not have heard of us, but there’s a good chance you’ve enjoyed our products. Avara Foods is one of the UK’s leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the country’s major supermarkets and well-known restaurants. We own and manage our entire supply chain, from farms to factory and all the way to the customer door – meaning we have careers that cover a whole range of functions. We have major processing sites across England and Wales, and an agricultural network of over 350 farms, spanning from North Yorkshire to the South Coast and Wales. A little about our Telford site: Our advanced manufacturing site in Telford, is one of our main processing facilities, processing up to 1.5 million birds per week. There are over 1,200 talented people employed at our Telford site, helping us to deliver high quality products to our customers and making the business a trusted leader in fresh foods. We’ve recently invested £2.3 million in technology and equipment, making it one of the most advanced food manufacturing facilities in the UK. We’re looking for a Safety Patrol Operative to join our team! This will be a Fixed-Term role for 3 months with possible extension. About the role This patrol role is essential to maintaining the safety, compliance, and operational integrity of the site across three shifts. Guards are responsible for monitoring access points, conducting regular patrols, and ensuring adherence to site rules and standards. Working collaboratively across different timeframes, each guard plays a vital part in securing the premises, managing vehicle and personnel movement, and responding to any incidents or irregularities. The role requires vigilance, reliability, and a proactive approach to site security. The day to day role will involve: Secure and close visitor and main car parks at designated times. Reopen and monitor car parks during early morning hours. Conduct regular patrols of all site areas including car parks, locker rooms, changing rooms etc Monitor traffic entering the goods yard from the gatehouse. Oversee rear exit gate, yards and security hut. Ensure compliance with site rules and standards during patrols. Monitor turnstiles and locker rooms during morning transitions. Maintain a visible and professional presence to deter non-compliance. Take scheduled breaks while ensuring continuous site coverage. Report any incidents, suspicious activity, or breaches of site rules. What can we offer you? £12.75 per hour (paid weekly) £2.00 UNS for hours worked between 18:00 and 06:00 Training and development from day one, secure contract, g uaranteed hours and opportunities for overtime Subsidised staff canteen Free on-site parking Earn £250 for every friend or family member you refer for a job with us* *T's & C's apply Working hours A rotation of the following hours: Monday-Friday 07:30-16:30 09:30-18:30 What are we looking for? A responsible and trustworthy approach to security duties Good situational awareness and decision-making skills Ability to follow schedules and patrol routes accurately Confidence in monitoring access points and managing vehicle flow A team-oriented mindset with a flexible attitude toward shift work Benefits