Relief Officer

Since 1987, Mitie's 68,000 employees, have been serving companies and communities across the world. We're the UK's leading facilities management company. Our clients range from banks to retailers, hospitals to schools, and critical government sites. We make a positive difference to millions of people, every day, and we're very proud of this. Join us and together there's no limit to what we can achieve.

**Mitie has a great opportunity for Security Officers to join our business at an exciting time.**

**Rate of pay: £11.00/hour.**

**Shift Pattern**: Days & Nights

**Main Duties**:
Operations
- Working on behalf of a prestigious government department.
- You must be confident when dealing with members of the public and able to react to any situation that may arise and support in the escalation or de-escalation of any situation.
- Have a professional manner when dealing with all staff members and visitors to ensure correct access authorisation levels are achieved.
- Can work in a high pace and high-risk environment.
- Perform regular foot and vehicle patrols of the perimeter and main buildings to ensure the security of the site is maintained.
- You must spot and stop all suspicious sightings or potential criminal activity and retain full control until the arrival of emergency services.
- You must record, report and escalate all sightings and arrests on a regular basis.
- Accurately updating and monitoring Site Capacity.
- Comply with assignment instructions and workplace risk assessments.
- Ensure site access control policies and procedures are adhered to.
- Be always alert and aware regarding your own Health and Safety and the safety of others.
- Be vigilant always when on site and report and escalate any concerns as appropriate.
- Report immediately any accident or incident inclusive of any near miss occurrences.
- Always ensure that you wear the issued uniform and PPE.

**ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS**
- **Undertake and pass vetting and SC screening (including meeting 5 years checkable work history and 5-year Minimum Residency Criteria)**:

- Valid SIA Licence.
- You will need to be a team player with an enthusiastic attitude.
- Be able to work on own initiative.
- Similar Security experience desirable.
- Flexible approach to work to suit the business needs.
- Ability to go above and beyond to support the client.
- Excellent communication skills are required both written and verbal.
- Understand the Health and Safety at Work Act, relevant Criminal, Civil Law and Police and Criminal Evidence Act.
- All necessary training will be provided.

**Additional Information**

Applicants must consider the following:

- Full Personal Protective Equipment will be supplied including weather protection.
- Uniform will be provided
- A social media check will be undertaken

**Mitie is a great place to work**, so here's what you can expect to receive from us;
- Personal development opportunities - includes apprenticeships
- Cycle to work - various windows throughout the year
- Life Assurance
- Pension
- Salary Finance - includes advice, loans, consolidation of loans and advance
- Share schemes - including Free Shares and SAYE
- Free Virtual GP
- Free flu vaccinations
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Discounted Gym membership
- Employee & Partner discounts within High Street Retailers and Supermarkets
- Wellness programmes

**What we are looking for**
- Previous Security Experience
- SIA License
- SC Clearance desirable / ability to achieve.
- CCTV License

**Note**:This job description is intended as a guide.