Emergency Response Team Officer

Mitie Group plc.; Chichester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded training

Comprehensive benefits package

Career progression

Pensions

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. is seeking an Emergency Response Team Officer (Fire & Security) for a major client site. You will deliver a visible security presence, respond to fires, first aid incidents and environmental emergencies, and inspect equipment to keep operations safe.

Training is fully funded by Mitie, with progression paths across security, fire and rescue sectors. A clean UK driving licence and SIA Frontline licence are essential, along with fitness and vetting requirements.

Qualifications

• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Valid SIA front line licence (fully funded).
• Ability to pass a medical and fitness test (including suitability for breathing apparatus).
• Professional appearance and positive attitude.
• Willingness to work a variety of shifts (days, nights, weekends).
• Pass security vetting and random drug/alcohol testing.
• Basic/intermediate IT skills.
• Remain clean shaven to ensure BA face seal.

Responsibilities

• Provide a visible and proactive security presence across a major client site.
• Respond quickly to fires, first aid incidents, and environmental emergencies.
• Maintain and inspect emergency equipment to operational standards.
• Conduct internal and external patrols, searches, and incident reporting.
• Support compliance with health, safety and security policies.

Skills

SIA Frontline Licence

Full UK Driving Licence

Medical fitness

Job description

Emergency Response Team Officer (Fire & Security)

Location: Goodwood

Pay Rate: £14.89

Hours: 12-hour shifts (days/nights/weekends), average 42 hours per week plus overtime opportunities.

Join Mitie – Build Your Future with Industry-Leading Training and Benefits

Are you ready to take your SIA career to the next level? At Mitie, we're offering an exciting opportunity to join our Emergency Response Team — a multi-skilled role combining security, fire response, and first aid responsibilities.

This is far more than a standard security position. It's a chance to gain specialist emergency response training, earn recognised qualifications, and develop skills that can open doors across the security, fire, and rescue sectors.

Exceptional Training – Provided by Mitie

Successful applicants will complete a full training package, all fully funded by Mitie. Training includes:

• First Response Emergency Care (FREC 3) – 5 days
• Medical Gases (Oxygen and Entonox) – 2 days (or integrated within FREC 3)
• Basic Fire Training – 2 days
• Breathing Apparatus Training – 5 days

From day one, you will be part of a professional response team equipped with the knowledge and confidence to handle critical incidents and protect people, property, and the environment.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking motivated, professional individuals who are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role.

Essential Requirements:

• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Valid SIA front line licence (fully funded)
• Ability to pass a medical and fitness test (including suitability for breathing apparatus)
• Professional appearance and positive attitude
• Willingness to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, and weekends
• Ability to pass security vetting and random drug/alcohol testing
• Basic/intermediate IT skills
• Remain clean shaven at all times to ensure they can achieve a suitable face seal when using Breathing Apparatus (BA).
• Successfully complete and maintain a medical assessment, with particular focus on their suitability to wear and operate Breathing Apparatus.
• Pass the required fitness assessment to demonstrate they are capable of fulfilling the physical demands of the role. (Chester step test)
• Successfully complete Basic Firefighting Training.
• Successfully complete Breathing Apparatus (BA) Training.
• Successfully complete the FREC 3 (First Response Emergency Care Level 3) qualification.

Desirable:

• FREC 3 medical qualification (if already held)

Your Role

As an Emergency Response Team Officer, you will play a key part in maintaining safety and security across a major client site. Responsibilities include:

• Providing a visible and proactive security presence
• Responding quickly and effectively to fires, first aid incidents, and environmental emergencies
• Maintaining and inspecting emergency equipment to operational standards
• Conducting internal and external patrols, searches, and incident reporting
• Supporting compliance with health, safety, and security policies

Why Join Mitie?

We believe our people are our greatest asset. In addition to excellent training and career development, Mitie offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Core Benefits
• Celebration Hub
• Mideals
• Partner Discounts
• Holidays
• Pensions
• Life Cover
• Private Medical cover
• Virtual GP
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Give As You Earn
• Salary Finance
• Share Incentive Plan
• Save As You Earn scheme
• Choices (flexible benefit programme)
• Recognition and Wellbeing
• Mitie Stars
• Long Service Awards
• Employee Assistance Programme

Join a company that values professionalism, teamwork, and progression – where your development truly matters.

Please note: due to breathing apparatus requirements, candidates must remain clean-shaven or maintain a tightly trimmed goatee-style beard to ensure equipment compatibility.

Take the Next Step in Your Career

If you have an SIA licence, a clean driving record and the ambition to develop your skills through first-class training and experience, this is the ideal opportunity to advance your career.