Area Security Officer

Mitie; South Kesteven; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie Group is seeking security guards to cover DWP sites across Grantham, Sleaford, Stamford and surrounding areas in the UK. You will patrol premises, respond to incidents, liaise with emergency services, and ensure a safe environment for staff and visitors.

A valid UK SIA DS licence and a full UK driving licence are required. The role involves flexible travel, standard 8-hour shifts, and a professional approach to customer service, with training and policy adherence.

Qualifications

• Previous Security Experience
• Licence required SIA DS Licence
• Full UK driving licence required

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe and secure environment for staff, visitors and property.
• Patrol 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 high level customer service and assist staff and visitors with security matters.
• Conduct routine security checks and submit incident reports as appropriate.
• Adhere to Mitie and DWP security policies, procedures and regulations.

Skills

Security experience

SIA DS Licence

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Locations To cover : Grantham, Sleaford, Stamford ,Nottingham

Hourly Rate: £13.45p

Shift pattern: 8 Hours Contract but will be discussed at interview,

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.

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 SIA DS Licence
• Full UK driving licence required.