Part time Security Officer

Mitie; Kingston near Lewes; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services provider is seeking passionate security enthusiasts to join their team as Security Guards in the United Kingdom. In this role, you will ensure the safety of staff and visitors while patrolling premises and responding to emergencies. Candidates must have previous security experience, a valid SIA Licence (SD preferred), and a full UK driving licence. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a professional team that plays a vital role in community safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in security roles is essential.
• SIA Licence required, SD Licence preferred.
• Possession of a full UK driving licence is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety for DWP staff, visitors, and property.
• Patrol premises and monitor security access.
• Respond to emergencies or suspicious activities.

Skills

Security experience

SIA Licence

Full UK driving licence

Job description

At Mitie, we are eagerly looking for passionate security enthusiasts to join our Security Guard teams nationwide for our new, exciting project with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a professional and dedicated team that makes a difference in communities across the United Kingdom.

Job Overview

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.