Relief Security Officer

Location:

Leicester

Hourly Rate: £13.45

Shift pattern:
Hours to be discussed at interview

At Mitie, we are eagerly looking for passionate security enthusiasts to join our Security Guard teams throughout the United Kingdom for a new project with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). This role offers an opportunity to contribute to communities across the country.

Flexibility to travel, as this role will cover various DWP sites within the region. Full UK driving licence required.

• Ensure a safe and secure environment for DWP staff, visitors, and property.
• Patrol the premises regularly to identify potential security threats.
• Respond effectively to emergencies or suspicious situations.
• Liaise with local law enforcement and emergency services as needed.
• Provide a high level of customer service and assist staff and visitors with security‑related matters.
• Conduct routine security checks and submit incident reports as appropriate.
• Adhere to Mitie and DWP security policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Identify and immediately report any Health & Safety hazards on site.
• Stay alert to threats or changes within the work environment to take appropriate action to reduce disruptions, loss or damage.
• Use common sense and initiative by involving others if a situation becomes threatening.
• Maintain professional conduct when facing difficult situations and challenging customers.
• Complete an accurate, detailed notebook entry soon after any incident to support the Incident Report process.
• Keep to schedules and demonstrate commitment to Mitie and the client.
• Call emergency services and the Communication Centre to report all incidents.

• Previous security experience.
• DS Licence preferred;
  Full UK driving licence required.

• Flexible benefits scheme including virtual GP consultations and financial wellbeing options through Salary Finance.
• Choice platform to customize benefits such as dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, technology products, and more.
• Access to high street discounts via MiDeals and a cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Life cover of at least £10,000.
• Save‑as‑you‑earn scheme and a MiTe matching share plan.
• Recognition through Mitie Stars with monthly cash prizes and a year‑end prize of £10,000.
• Training and development opportunities across a wide selection of learning resources.

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, please let us know.

Apply now.