Retail Security Officer — Training, Benefits & Overtime

Mitie Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free SIA License Renewal

Pension Scheme

Full Uniform Provided

Overtime Available

Exclusive Discounts with Selected Co.

Job summary

Mitie has a Retail Security Officer role at Lidl on Bursledon Road, Southampton. The position covers Fri, Sat and Sun with 20+ hours per week and pays £13.45 per hour. You will join a team dedicated to store safety and deter shoplifting while providing excellent customer service.

Full training is provided and overtime is available. This role offers valuable experience within the security sector and supports career progression with Mitie’s benefits and training programs.

Qualifications

• Door supervision or security guarding license required.
• Five-year checkable employment history or documentary evidence of unemployment/self-employment/education period.

Responsibilities

• Act as a visual deterrent on the shop floor.
• Safely detain offenders following H&S training.
• Utilize store security systems, including CCTV and EAS gates.
• Collaborate with covert security operatives.
• Investigate losses and support inquiries about known offenders.
• Complete accurate incident reports and company documentation.
• Report crime incidents using a company-provided tablet.
• Conduct routine patrols to ensure customer safety.
• Record patrols in daily activity sheets.
• Provide security updates during store briefings.
• Conduct shift handovers to ensure service continuity.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for all.
• Previous experience in a retail security role.

Education

Door Supervision or Security Guarding License

Five-year checkable employment history

Job description

Mitie has a Retail Security Officer role at Lidl on Bursledon Road, Southampton. The position covers Fri, Sat and Sun with 20+ hours per week and pays £13.45 per hour. You will join a team dedicated to store safety and deter shoplifting while providing excellent customer service.

Full training is provided and overtime is available. This role offers valuable experience within the security sector and supports career progression with Mitie’s benefits and training programs.