Security Officer

Mitie Group plc.; Street Lane; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services provider is seeking a Security Officer for a role based in Derby. The position offers a pay rate of £12.85 per hour and involves 12-hour shifts on a 4 on, 4 off pattern. Candidates must have prior security experience and a valid SIA License. Responsibilities include securing property as per instructions, reporting health and safety hazards, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. This role demands professionalism in difficult situations and a commitment to training and self-development.

Qualifications

• Experience in security roles.
• Possession of an SIA License is mandatory.
• SC Clearance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Protect customer property as per Assignment Instructions.
• Meet Key Performance Indicators for service delivery.
• Complete all required training for self-development.
• Follow legal and safety requirements at all times.
• Report Health & Safety hazards immediately.
• Maintain professionalism in challenging situations.

Skills

Previous Security Experience

Attention to detail

Ability to work in shifts

Education

SIA License

SC Clearance (desirable)

Job description

Security Officer – Rolls Royce – Derby Location: Denby | Pay Rate: £12.85 per hour | Hours: 42 per week | Shifts: 4 on, 4 off (12‑hour shifts, Days Only 0700‑1900)

Job Overview

• To protect our customer's property, people and/or assets by providing security services in direct accordance with the site's 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 published Assignment Instructions, familiarising oneself with any changes in order to suggest additional amendments that will improve or enhance the current level of service.
• 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 while carrying out your duties. The Customer also requires a CCTV PSS SIA Licence. There are 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, methodical and orderly way.

Training

• Fully and satisfactorily complete all required competency training.
• Undertake additional training as directed by the Security Account Manager to ensure continuous self‑development.
• Use technology to achieve key work objectives and develop job knowledge and expertise through continual professional development.
• Renew licence 16 weeks before expiry.

Security and 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 work environment to take appropriate action 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, which can then be used as part of the Incident Report process.
• Keep to schedules and demonstrate commitment to Mitie and the Client.
• Ensure check calls are being carried out at the allocated time slot as stipulated in the Assignment Instructions (AI's).
• Call emergency services and Communication Centre to report all incidents.

What we are looking for

• Previous Security Experience
• SIA License
• SC Clearance desirable