Secuirty Officer

Mitie Group plc.; Worcester Park Estate; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. is seeking a vigilant security officer to safeguard staff and customers across a busy site. You will patrol, enforce safety rules, manage access control, and support emergency responses.

The role requires SIA licensing, strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Weekend and bank holiday availability may be required.

Qualifications

• SIA license in all relevant areas.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Able to work under pressure and meet security needs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and security of staff and customers across the site.
• Start shift promptly in full uniform and maintain appearance.
• Communicate effectively at changeover for smooth operations.
• Liaise with retailers on security matters or concerns.
• Assist on-site police in crime prevention and detection.
• Prevent unauthorized entry to the premises.
• Conduct regular patrols and check for hazards and blocked exits.
• Verify identities and permits of contractors on site.
• Conduct searches of bags of sub-contractors and cleaners as required.
• Search visitors per client instruction and site policy.
• Provide escort duties when needed.
• Remove unattended valuables for safekeeping.
• Monitor movements of cleaners and sub-contractors.
• Supervise cleaning of sensitive areas and private offices.
• Report incidents to Security Control Centre and log in DOB.

Skills

SIA licensed

Good communication

Team player

Time management

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Flexible hours

First aid at work

Job description

Job Overview

• You will ensure the safety and security of staff and customers within your working environment to ensure smooth and effective security enforcement at the site, securing the premises, Patrolling malls, and Service areas, back of house, car parks and the site perimeter. Maintaining and enforcing Health and Safety Regulations, aiding guests and administering First Aid (if qualified).

Main Duties

• Care to be taken regarding personal appearance and hygiene at all times.
• To start shift promptly at time designated, in full uniform.
• To ensure active communication at changeover, briefing to ensure awareness of any matters pertaining to the smooth effective running of the shift.
• To work as part of the Mitie team upholding their values and standards.
• To liaise with retailers over any security matters or concerns.
• To assist on site police in prevention and detection of crime.
• To prevent unauthorised personnel from entering Bluewater.
• To conduct regular patrols to include the following:
• To prevent and detect fire, water leaks, and any potential safety hazards. To ensure that all fire exits and portable fire fighting equipment cupboards are not impeded by any obstructions.
• To check for unauthorised personnel in business sensitive areas.
• To check and verify the identity and work permits of any contractors working in the building.
• To conduct mandatory searches of bags and personal belongings to sub-contractors and cleaners before they leave the premises, on the Client's instruction.
• To conduct searches of visitors to the site at the discretion of and as instructed by the client in accordance with site policies.
• To provide escort duties.
• To ensure the removal of unattended valuables for safekeeping.
• To monitor the movements of cleaners and sub-contractors.
• To supervise the cleaning of business sensitive areas and selected private offices.
• To report any incident or occurrence out of the ordinary to Security Control Centre and enter into the Daily Occurrence Book (DOB).

What we are looking for

• Skills & Good communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to operate in a pressurised environment.
• Excellent time management.
• Attention to detail and proactive Demonstrable Proactive and professional approach to security.
• Ability to work under own initiative and also as a member of a team
• Experience in working within a team as well as on your own – essential
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation and policy
• Flexible approach to working hours, including working weekends & Bank Holidays
• SIA licensed in all relevant areas.
• Willingness to take any further appropriate training.
• Must have a SIA Door Supervisor Licence
• First-aid at work qualification