Emergency Response Team Officer

Mitie; Chichester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services provider is looking for an Emergency Response Team Officer to join their team in Chichester. This multifaceted role includes security, fire response, and first aid duties. Candidates must possess a valid SIA licence and a full UK driving license. The position offers rigorous training and a chance to develop specialized skills and qualifications in a supportive environment while ensuring the safety across a major client site.

Benefits

Celebration Hub

Mideals

Partner Discounts

Holidays

Pensions

Life Cover

Private Medical cover

Virtual GP

Life assurance and pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Subsidised Restaurant

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to pass a medical and fitness test including suitability for breathing apparatus.
• Willingness to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, and weekends.
• Ability to pass security vetting and random drug/alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Professional appearance

Positive attitude

Basic/intermediate IT skills

Education

Valid SIA front line licence

Full, clean UK driving licence

Job description

Emergency Response Team Officer (Fire & Security)

Location: Goodwood

Pay Rate: £31,300.00 per annum rising to £32,600.00 from 1st April 2026.

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

• 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.

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

Voluntary Benefits

• 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

On Site benefits

• Free on-site parking
• Subsidises Restaurant
• Tea/Coffee making facilities
• Full uniform requirements supplied including PPE Fire Kit

Plus Continuous learning and development opportunities

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

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

Desirable:

• FREC 3 medical qualification (if already held)

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

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.

Apply today to join Mitie's Emergency Response Team and make a real difference in a role where every day counts.