Relief Security Officer

Location
:
Dewsbury And Surrounding Areas (Area Relief)

Hourly Rate
: £13.45

Shift pattern
:
Hours to be discussed at interview

Full UK driving licence required.

Flexibility to travel, as this role will cover various DWP sites within the region.

• Ensure a safe and secure environment for the 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 in any security‑related matter.
• Conduct routine security checks and submit incident reports as appropriate.
• Adhere to Mitie and DWP security policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Look out for and immediately report any Health & Safety hazards on site.
• Stay alert to any threats or changes within the work environment to take appropriate action to reduce the risk 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.
• Call emergency services and the Communication Centre to report all incidents.

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

Our market‑leading flexible benefits scheme offers a range of options, including a virtual GP, a salary finance scheme, a dedicated benefits platform (Choices) that allows you to customise dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs and technology products, high‑street discounts via the MiDeals platform, a cycle‑to‑work scheme, life cover equal to the greater of your annual salary or £10,000, a save‑as‑you‑earn scheme and the Mitie Matching Share Plan.

Employees are recognised with Mitie Stars, which come with monthly cash prizes and a chance to win £10,000 at the end of the year.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long‑term condition (e.g., dyslexia, anxiety, autism, a mobility condition or hearing loss) and need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing.