Security Officer – Weston-super-Mare
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
- 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 immediately report any health and 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 to immediately involve 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 Communication Centre to report all incidents.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Previous Security Experience.
- SIA License.
- SC Clearance desirable (preferred).
Benefits
- Market‑leading flexible benefits scheme tailored to your lifestyle.
- Virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household.
- Financial wellbeing assistance through our Salary Finance scheme, including a 50% advance of earned pay before payday for a small fee.
- Access to high street discounts through the MiDeals platform and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
- Life cover of the greater of your equivalent annual salary or a minimum of £10,000.
- Save‑as‑you‑earn scheme and Mitie Matching Share Plan, allowing for potential shares in Mitie.
- Mitie Stars recognition with cash prizes monthly and annual top prize up to £10,000.
- Training and development opportunities across a wide range of learning resources.
Equal Opportunities and Inclusive Recruitment
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, changes or do anything differently during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing at [email placeholder].
