Emergency Response Team Officer (Security)

Mitie Group plc.; Chichester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Core Benefits

Pension Scheme

Private Medical cover

Life Assurance

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. is seeking an Emergency Response Team Officer to secure a major client site. You will maintain a visible security presence, conduct patrols, and manage emergency responses including fires and medical incidents.

The role requires a clean UK driving licence, SIA front line licence, and fitness tests. Training for FREC 3 and Breathing Apparatus is provided; shift work includes days, nights, and weekends.

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, including days, nights, and weekends.
• Ability to pass security vetting and random drug/alcohol testing.
• Basic/intermediate IT skills.
• Remain clean shaven to ensure a proper BA seal.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Driving licence

SIA licence

Medical fitness

IT skills

Security ethos

Shift flexibility

Vetting compliance

Face seal BA readiness

Tools

Breathing Apparatus Training

First Aid/EMT awareness

Job description

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

Key responsibilities

• 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

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

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)

Pay and hours

• Pay Rate: £14.89
• Hours: 12-hour shifts (days/nights/weekends), average 42 hours per week plus overtime opportunities

Training

• 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:

Benefits

• 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

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