Vehicle-Based Prisoner Escort & Transport Officer

Mitie Cleaning & Hygiene Services; Perth; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Virtual GP

Salary Finance

Flexible holiday

MiDeals discounts

Cycle to work

Life cover

Enhanced pension

Share plan

Recognition prizes

Job summary

Mitie Immigration & Justice is recruiting Prisoner Custody Officers (Vehicle Based) for the Perth Vehicle Base. You will safely escort and transport individuals between prisons, courts and custody locations, maintaining dignity, safety and security under professional custodial procedures.

Join a team supporting the Scottish justice system. The role offers 42 hours per week on a 4 on/4 off pattern, with overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Care and welfare of individuals in custody during transport.
• Escort prisoners securely between locations in accordance with procedures.
• Conduct and document risk assessments and welfare observations.
• Carry out vehicle and equipment checks before and after journeys.
• Maintain security and integrity of escort vehicles at all times.
• Complete prisoner handovers and receptions per procedures.

Skills

Driving licence

Communication

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Equality & inclusion

IT literacy

Job description

Mitie Immigration & Justice is recruiting Prisoner Custody Officers (Vehicle Based) for the Perth Vehicle Base. You will safely escort and transport individuals between prisons, courts and custody locations, maintaining dignity, safety and security under professional custodial procedures.

Join a team supporting the Scottish justice system. The role offers 42 hours per week on a 4 on/4 off pattern, with overtime opportunities.