Part Time Security Officer

Mitie; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A national security services provider is seeking a security officer to cover various DWP sites in the Harrogate region. The role requires previous security experience and an SIA Licence, with a focus on maintaining safety and security for staff and visitors. Candidates must hold a full UK driving licence and be ready to respond to emergencies. This position offers opportunities to engage with local law enforcement and provide excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Previous Security Experience.
• SIA Licence required, SD Licence Preferred.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe and secure environment for the DWP staff, visitors, and property.
• Patrol the premises regularly to identify potential security threats.
• Monitor and control access to the building, ensuring proper identification and verification.
• Respond effectively to emergencies or suspicious situations.

Job description

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.
• Monitor and control access to the building, ensuring proper identification and verification.
• 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
• SIA Licence required SD Licence Preferred
• Full UK driving licence required.