Weekend Security Officer

Weekend Security Officer Role – Mitie

Location:

University for the Creative Arts Farnham

Job Type: Part‑time

Shift Rota:
Saturday and Sunday 0700‑1900 (24 Hours Weekly)

Mitie was founded in 1987 and is the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company. It serves a large and diverse client base, including banks, retailers, hospitals, schools, and government offices.

• Over 49,000 employees
• 100+ office locations
• Thousands of customers across the UK

• We are one Mitie – we work together to deliver a seamless, unrivalled service and support both customers and colleagues.
• Integrity and Trust – These are at the heart of everything we do. We treat others with respect and represent the company with pride.
• We go the extra mile – We solve problems, improve processes, and always keep our promises.
• Diversity makes us stronger – We value different backgrounds and perspectives – everyone has a voice.
• Customer‑focused – We act as a trusted partner, putting customers at the centre of everything.

• Knowledge of relevant security procedures
• Excellent customer service
• Strong teamwork
• Health & safety awareness
• Effective communication skills

• Maintain a professional presence: determined, trustworthy, attentive, and approachable
• Operate:
• Phones
• Emails
• IT systems
• CCTV
• Alarm systems
• Access control (doors and car park)
• Monitor and respond to:
• Suspicious activity
• Potential criminal behaviour
• Maintain control of incidents until emergency services arrive
• Record, report, and elevate incidents to the Account Manager

• Strong team player with a positive attitude
• Ability to work independently
• Previous security experience preferred
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Excellent customer service skills
• Willingness to go above and beyond for clients and visitors
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Ability to remain calm under pressure

• Understanding of:
  • Health and Safety at Work Act
  • Criminal and Civil Law
  • Police and Criminal Evidence Act
• SIA Licence – (Door Supervision or Security Guarding) – Essential

• Equal opportunities employer
• Strong focus on diversity and inclusion
• Commitment to employee growth and development

Our market‑leading flexible benefits scheme provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle, including a virtual GP, financial wellbeing assistance, a salary finance scheme, a cycle‑to‑work scheme, discounts through our MiDeals platform, life cover of the greater of your equivalent annual salary or a minimum of £10,000, a save‑as‑you‑earn scheme, a Mitie Matching Share Plan, and recognition through Mitie Stars with cash prizes.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long‑term condition and need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.