Detention & Custody Transport Officer — Training & Benefits

Mitie Group plc.; Strathaven; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Uniform

Pension and life assurance

Fully paid training

Blue Light discount card

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. in Scotland is seeking a Detainee Custody Officer at our Vehicle Base in Dungavel. You will escort and transport immigration residents within the UK, operate a small minibus, and uphold high security while treating people with dignity.

No prior qualifications required; full training over 4 weeks, then mentoring toward Level 3 Apprenticeship in Detention and Custody. Shifts include day and night, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Calm, non-judgemental approach
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Ability to stay composed under pressure

Responsibilities

• Escort and transport immigration residents within the UK
• Drive a small minibus-sized vehicle and ensure safe transport
• Maintain high security and safety standards with dignity and respect
• Work a mix of day and night shifts as part of a 24/7 operation

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal

Calm and non-judgemental

Great problem-solving

Stay composed under pressure

Job description

Mitie Group plc. in Scotland is seeking a Detainee Custody Officer at our Vehicle Base in Dungavel. You will escort and transport immigration residents within the UK, operate a small minibus, and uphold high security while treating people with dignity.

No prior qualifications required; full training over 4 weeks, then mentoring toward Level 3 Apprenticeship in Detention and Custody. Shifts include day and night, with a comprehensive benefits package.