Security Officer

Mitie Group plc.; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. is seeking a security professional to protect client property and works to the standards defined by Assignment Instructions. The role requires UK nationality, relevant licences and a vigilant, independent work style. Training and compliance with health and safety are essential in this position.

The candidate will operate on-site, follow protocols, and report incidents in a timely manner while maintaining professional conduct and supporting client objectives.

Qualifications

• Previous Security Experience
• Valid SIA Licence
• CCTV Licence (desirable)
• BPSS and SC Clearance required
• Right to work in the UK with 5-year checkable history

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with policies and UK law
• Complete on-site tasks per Assignment Instructions (AI's)
• Maintain professional conduct and safety on site
• Report hazards and incidents promptly
• Keep accurate incident notebooks and prepare reports

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Security awareness

BPSS/SC clearance

Tools

SIA Licence

CCTV Licence (desirable)

Job description

Job Overview

• UK Passport Required – This position requires all applicants to be a UK National as a mandatory prerequisite for employment consideration.
• 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
• Valid SIA Licence
• CCTV Licence (desirable)
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must have the legal right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history
• Able to work days, nights, and weekends #SecurityIND
• Self-motivated with a keen eye for detail
• Due to the nature of this opportunity, candidates must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) Clearance.