Security Officer

Mitie; Eakring CP; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is looking for a dedicated Security Officer for National Grid's training facilities in Eakring. This position offers a pay rate of £12.60 per hour for 42 hours a week, on a 4 on, 4 off schedule including days, nights, and weekends. Key responsibilities include site security, compliance with protocols, and incident reporting. Candidates must hold a DS SIA Licence and have security experience. This role promises an opportunity for development and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must wear DS (Door Supervisor) SIA Licence on duty.
• Essential to have a Full UK Driving Licence for site accessibility.
• Enhanced DBS Clearance is required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Assignment Instructions (AI's) and company policies.
• Monitor for risks and report health & safety hazards.
• Conduct regular patrols to maintain safety and security.

Skills

DS (Door Supervisor) SIA Licence

Full UK Driving Licence

Enhanced DBS Clearance

Previous security experience

Job description

Security Officer - National Grid, Eakring Training Facilities Location: Eakring | Pay Rate: £12.60 per hour⏰ Hours: 42 per week | Shifts: 4 on, 4 off (12-hour shifts, including days, nights & weekends)

Role Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Security Officer to ensure the safety and security of National Grid's training facilities. The role requires vigilance, professionalism, and adherence to security protocols to protect people, property, and assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain site security in line with Assignment Instructions (AI's) and company policies.
• Monitor for risks, respond to incidents, and report health & safety hazards.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and complete required training.
• Maintain accurate records and escape issues when necessary.
• Conduct regular patrols and ensure adherence to all safety procedures.

Requirements

• DS (Door Supervisor) SIA Licence (must be worn on duty).
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential for site accessibility).
• Enhanced DBS Clearance (required).
• Previous security experience (preferred).

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.
• Delivering 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
  • To 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 of the tasks and duties on site as defined within the published Assignment Instructions (AI's).
  • Proactively refer to and review the published Assignment Instructions, thus familiarising oneself with any changes in order to suggest additional amendments that will improve or enhance the current level of service.
  • To be compliant with Industry and Statutory Legislation (you are required to obtain a front‑line licence in either Security Guarding or Door Supervision), which must be worn at all times whilst carrying out your duties. The Customer also requires a CCTV PSS SIA Licence. There are also additional courses that are contractually required.
  • Comply with legal obligations and safety requirements of the role.
  • Follow instructions and procedures appropriately without unnecessarily challenging authority.
  • Work in a systematic, methodology and orderly way.
• Training
  • Fully and satisfactorily complete all required competency training.
  • To undertake additional training to ensure continuous self-development as directed by the Security Account Manager.
  • Use technology to achieve key work objectives and develop job knowledge and expertise through continual professional development.
  • You are required to ensure you renew your licence 16 weeks before expiry.
• 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 in order 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 ensure check calls are being carried out at the allocated time slot as stipulated in the Assignment Instructions (AI's).
  • To call emergency services and Communication Centre to report all incidents.

What we are looking for

• Previous Security Experience
• SIA License
• SC Clearance desirable