Site Protection Officer

Mitie Group plc.; Ospringe; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Share schemes

Life Assurance

Childcare Vouchers

MiDeals

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. is seeking a part-time Security Site Protection Officer (SPO) to cover Marks & Spencer Distribution Centres in Faversham. You will work a regular 19:00-07:00 schedule on Saturdays and Sundays, with overtime potential across days and nights. Training and Mitie's benefits package are provided.

Role involves maintaining a safe site, reporting incidents, and supporting security teams to ensure compliant operations. High standards of appearance and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Front-line SIA Licence required.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide security cover across multiple M&S DCs.
• Deliver professional customer service in line with Mitie and M&S values.
• Monitor access control, CCTV, and vehicle movements on site.

Skills

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Customer service

Tools

Access control systems

CCTV

Job description

Job Title: SecuritySite Protection Officer (SPO) – Marks & Spencer Distribution Centres

Location: Faversham
Salary: £13.50
Hours: SATURDAY & SUNDAY NIGHT, 18:00-06:00 (Overtime available – Days, Nights & Weekends)
Contract Type: Part-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 Faversham.

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 a regular scheduled 19:00-07:00 shift on Saturday and Sunday however flexibly across days, nights, and weekends, including short-notice cover would be a bonus.

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

• Provide professional security cover across multiple M&S Distribution Centres.
• Deliver outstanding customer service in line with Mitie and M&S key values.
• 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.
• Assist site management and permanent SPO teams to maintain smooth and compliant operations.
• 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 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 and clear verbal communication and interpersonal skills as you will be speaking over a radio and members of the public.
• 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!