Mobile Plain Clothes Security Operative (Store Detective) – Full Time (Yorkshire)
Can you spot suspicious behaviour before it turns into loss? If you're sharp, observant, and thrive in a fast-paced retail environment, this is your opportunity to step into a dynamic, mobile security role making a real difference.
Pay, Hours & Contract
- Pay Rate: £14.89
- Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
- Hours: 42 hours per week, including weekend work (approx. 2 Saturdays per month)
- Start Date: Immediate
Travel Requirement
This is a mobile role; a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential. Mileage is reimbursed.
About the Role
As a Mobile Plain Clothes Security Operative, you will protect Asda's people, property, and profits by operating covertly across multiple stores to detect and prevent theft, reduce stock loss, and ensure a safe environment for customers and colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor customer behaviour and identify suspicious activity across multiple sites
- Conduct covert surveillance to detect and prevent theft
- Safely and lawfully detain offenders where appropriate
- Produce clear, accurate incident reports and witness statements
- Liaise with store management, security teams, and local police where required
- Stay up to date with local crime trends and adapt your approach
- Ensure full compliance with SIA regulations and company procedures
- Travel between stores and respond to incidents as needed
- Represent Mitie and Asda with professionalism at all times
What We're Looking For
- Valid SIA Licence (SG, DS or CP)
- Previous experience in retail security or store detective roles preferred
- Strong observational skills and attention to detail
- Confident decision-maker, able to handle conflict professionally
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Comfortable using technology and reporting systems
- High levels of integrity, discretion, and professionalism
- Flexible and reliable, with a proactive mindset
- A strong team player who can also work independently
Benefits
- Flexible benefits scheme (e.g., dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, technology products, high‑street discounts, cycle‑to‑work scheme)
- Virtual GP access for you and household members
- Financial wellbeing assistance via a salary finance scheme
- Life cover of the greater of your equivalent annual salary or £10,000
- Save‑as‑you‑earn scheme and Mitie Matching Share Plan
- Recognition through Mitie Stars with monthly and yearly prizes
- Extensive training and development opportunities
EEO 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 us to make reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the recruitment process.
