Overview
Better places, thriving communities. 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 - Luton, Bedford, Hatfield, Stevenage, St Albans, Hemel Hempstead, Letchworth, Watford. 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.
Security and Health & Safety
* Look out for, and to 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 as soon as possible after any incident, which can then be used as part of the Incident Report process.
* 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 and Development
Our market-leading flexible benefits scheme provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle. We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household. Salary Finance offers financial wellbeing assistance, including access to a portion of earned pay before payday for a small fee, and competitive loans.
When you join us, you’ll have access to our flexible benefits platform, Choices, to customize your benefits. You can choose from dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, technology purchases, and more. We also offer MiDeals discounts, a cycle-to-work scheme, life cover, a save-as-you-earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan.
We award Mitie Stars recognition with monthly cash prizes and an annual top prize of £10,000. We provide diverse training and development opportunities through our resources.
We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you have a disability or long-term condition and need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing us.
Company background Since 1987, Mitie’s 80,000 employees have been serving global clients as a leading facilities management and professional services company.
Join our Mitie Team. Together our diversity makes us stronger.
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