Security Officer Met Office

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Would you Like to work for Mitie? We have a permanent position at the Met office Exeter.

Shift Pattern
: 2 days 2 nights 4 off
Rate
: £13.21

• 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.
• 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.

• Must 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 refer to and review the published Assignment Instructions, thus familiarising yourself with any changes to suggest additional amendments that will improve or enhance the current level of service.
• Must 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. Additional courses that are contractually required must also be completed.
• 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.

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

• 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 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 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 call‑in times are followed as stipulated in the Assignment Instructions (AI's).
• Call emergency services and the Communication Centre to report all incidents.

• Previous Security Experience
• SIA Licence
• SC Clearance desirable

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long‑term condition (for example dyslexia, anxiety, autism, a mobility condition or hearing loss) and need us to make reasonable adjustments, changes or do anything differently during the recruitment process, please let us know.

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