Site Protection Officer

Mitie Group plc.; Northampton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Save As You Earn

Share Incentive Plans

MiDeals

Life Assurance

Childcare Vouchers

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. seeks a Site Protection Security Officer (Nights) for Marks & Spencer Distribution Centres in Daventry, near Northampton. The role requires monitoring CCTV, access control and patrols, with responsibility for incident response and maintaining site safety.

Working 4 on 4 off Nights (19:00–07:00), you will provide high-quality security services across DCs and support corporate safety standards with flexible coverage and strong customer service.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid front-line SIA licence.
• Possess a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.
• Good IT skills and detailed documentation ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead security cover across multiple M&S Distribution Centres in Daventry.
• Monitor access control, CCTV and vehicle movements per site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms and emergencies following site protocols.
• Maintain professional appearance, conduct and incident reporting.
• Work flexibly across days, nights, and weekends including short-notice cover.

Skills

SIA Licence (front-line)

Driving Licence

IT skills

Job description

Job Title: Site Protection Security Officer (Nights) – Marks & Spencer Distribution Centres

Location: Daventry
Salary: £13.45
Hours: 4 on 4 off Nights, 19:00-07:00
Contract Type: Full-time

Job Overview

Fantastic opportunity to join the Mitie and Marks & Spencer family!

We are looking for a professional and adaptable Site Protection Officer (SPO) to provide exceptional security cover across Marks & Spencer Distribution Centres in Daventry, Northampton.

As an SPO, you will play a vital role in maintaining a safe and secure working environment for staff, visitors, and contractors, protecting company assets, and ensuring a consistent, high-quality service across all DCs. You will be required to work flexibly across days, nights, and weekends, including short-notice cover when required.

Comprehensive training will be provided, along with access to Mitie's extensive benefits package, including Pension, Save As You Earn, Share Incentive Plans, MiDeals, Life Assurance, and Childcare Vouchers.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead, maintain and provide professional security cover across multiple M&S Distribution Centres within Daventry.
• Deliver outstanding customer service in line with Mitie and M&S key value.
• Maintain professional standards of appearance, conduct, and incident reporting.
• Monitor access control systems, CCTV, and vehicle movements in accordance with site procedures.
• Conduct regular internal and external patrols to ensure site safety and security.
• Support the prevention and investigation of theft, stock loss, and unauthorised access.
• Respond promptly and effectively to incidents, alarms, and emergencies following site protocols.
• Hold regular meetings to engage, motivate, and manage your team, developing and communicating the strategy. Communicate and follow Management lead.
• Be accountable for performance of the site.
• To undertake additional duties in line with capabilities as required.
• Work flexibly to meet operational requirements, including short-notice assignments.
• Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety and company security policies.

Person Specification

• Literate and numerate skills are required, with strong attention to detail and IT skills.
• Professional appearance and high personal standards.
• Adaptable, reliable, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm under pressure with a positive, "can-do" attitude.
• Must hold a valid front-line SIA Licence.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a reliable vehicle.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Follow all Mitie and Group Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Report any hazards, risks, or incidents immediately to your line manager.
• Use all work equipment and personal PPE correctly and responsibly.
• Identify and report any training or equipment needs promptly.

If you're a skilled and dependable Site Protection Officer looking for a dynamic role covering high-profile Marks & Spencer Distribution Centres — we'd love to hear from you. Join the Mitie and M&S partnership today!