Security Officer

Security Officer - Port of Felixstowe

Full‑time role with a pattern of 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off. You will be trained for Access Control Points, Search Team and Gates. A UK driving licence held for at least 12 months is required, as you will drive a company vehicle. Salary is £14.06 per hour. Hours are either 1900‑0700 or 0700‑1900.

• Providing Maritime Security under International Ship and Port Facility Security (I.S.P.S)
• Conduct various searches of vehicles entering the Restricted Area under I.S.P.S
• Provide a customer friendly, reassuring, professional security presence.
• Communicate with the Port Police reporting any suspicious activity, packages or any discrepancies with either  searches.
• Monitor and control access to Restricted Area via Access Control Points
• Checking and controlling the egress of HGV's leaving the Port

• Ensure access control to the Port with vehicle access barriers at Access Points.
• Ensure access control to the Port with monitoring at gatehouses of safe walkways for pedestrian access.
• Verifying driver documentation and identification.
• Verifying vehicle identification documentation.
• Ensuring compliance with DfT regulations regarding vehicle searches (internal / external).
• Ensuring compliance with DfT regulations regarding personal searches.
• Gate 1 & 2 controlling egress of containers / trailers and ensuring accuracy of ANPR.
• Provide a visual deterrent.
• Liaise with Port and statutory authorities (police and Border Force) as required.

• SIA Security Guarding licence, or Door Supervisor licence is essential.
• Full driving licence is essential (duties can sometimes include driving around the port on search duties)
• Proven work experience as a security officer or equivalent position.
• Experience of delivering excellent customer service.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Some computer experience, ability to write clear daily written reports.
• Excellent knowledge of public safety and security procedures/protocols.
• Experience of working as part of a team or independently.
• Understanding of the Health and Safety at Work Act.

Our market‑leading flexible benefits scheme provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle. Features include a virtual GP, the Choice benefits platform, high‑street discounts through MiDeals, a cycle‑to‑work scheme, life cover, a save‑as‑you‑earn scheme, the Mitie Matching Share Plan, Mitie Stars recognition, and extensive training and development opportunities. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all.

If you need reasonable adjustments because of a disability or long‑term condition, please let us know.