Security Officer

Mitie Group plc.; Ashby-de-la-Zouch; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services provider is seeking a Security Officer for KP Snacks in Ashby De La Zouch. The successful candidate will protect assets and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Key responsibilities include monitoring premises, logging delivery vehicles, and conducting regular checks. Required qualifications include security experience and an SIA Licence. This role offers 42 hours per week with a pay rate of £12.61 per hour, based on a 4 on, 4 off shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Previous security experience required.
• SIA Licence is mandatory.
• SC Clearance is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Protect the customer's property, people, and assets.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Complete tasks defined in the Assignment Instructions.

Skills

Security Experience

SIA Licence

Attention to detail

Ability to follow procedures

Communication skills

Job description

Security Officer – KP Snacks, Ashby De La Zouch
Location: Ashby De La Zouch | Pay Rate: £12.61 per hour | Hours: 42 per week | Shifts: 4 on, 4 off (12‑hour shifts, Days Only)

Job Overview

• To protect our customer's property, people and/or assets by providing security services in direct accordance with the sites published Assignment Instructions (AI’s) and any subsequent changes.
• Deliver results that meet and/or exceed the Key Performance Indicators / Service Level Agreement for the customer through full responsibility and accountability, providing a service that aids in the retention of the contract.
• To undertake additional training to ensure continuous self‑development.

Main Duties (Operations)

• Be aware of and ensure compliance with all aspects of policies and relevant legal and regulatory requirements as directed by the Security Account Manager and in accordance with UK Law and Guidance bodies.
• Fully and satisfactorily complete all tasks and duties on site as defined within the published Assignment Instructions (AI’s).
• Proactively review the published Assignment Instructions and suggest amendments that will improve or enhance the current level of service.
• Be compliant with Industry and Statutory Legislation (required to hold a front‑line licence in either Security Guarding or Door Supervision), which must be worn at all times while carrying out duties; a CCTV PSS SIA Licence is also required.
• Comply with legal obligations and safety requirements of the role.
• Follow instructions and procedures appropriately without unnecessarily challenging authority.
• Work in a systematic, methodical and orderly way.
• Gate house duties, including logging delivery vehicles, signing contractors in and out, ensuring all passes are handed back in.

Training

• Fully and satisfactorily complete all required competency training.
• Use technology to achieve key work objectives and develop job knowledge and expertise through continual professional development.
• Renew licence 16 weeks before expiry.

Security & Health & Safety

• Look out for and immediately report any Health & Safety hazards or potential hazards on site.
• Stay alert to any threats or changes within the working environment to reduce the chance of disruption, loss or damage.
• Use common sense and initiative by immediately involving others if a situation appears 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, for use in the Incident Report process.
• Adhere to schedules and demonstrate commitment to Mitie and the client.
• Ensure check calls are carried out at the allocated times as stipulated in the Assignment Instructions (AI’s).
• Call emergency services and Communications Centre to report all incidents.

What we are looking for

• Previous Security Experience
• SIA Licence
• SC Clearance desirable