Area Relief Officer

Mitie Group plc.; Abergavenny; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. is seeking a Security Guard to protect DWP sites across the South Wales region. The role requires flexibility to travel and a full UK driving licence. You will patrol premises, respond to incidents, and liaise with police and emergency services to ensure safety for staff and visitors.

Previous security experience is preferred, with DS licence as a plus. The position supports Mitie’s commitment to safe, compliant operations on government sites.

Qualifications

• Experience in security operations.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Flexibility to travel and cover DWP sites in South Wales.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe and secure environment for DWP staff, visitors and property.
• Patrol premises regularly to identify potential security threats.
• Respond to emergencies or suspicious situations.
• Liaise with local law enforcement and emergency services.
• Provide high level customer service and assist staff/visitors on security matters.
• Conduct routine security checks and submit incident reports as appropriate.
• Adhere to Mitie and DWP security policies and regulations.

Skills

Previous Security Experience

DS Licence Preferred

Job description

Hourly Rate: £13.45At 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 South Wales region.

Full UK driving licence required.

• 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.
• To 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.
• To call emergency services and Communication Centre to report all incidents.

What we are looking for.

• Previous Security Experience
• Licence required DS Licence Preferred