Security Officer in Ashton-under-Lyne

Region: Manchester

Job title: Security Officer

Location: Ikea Manchester

Pay rate: £13.45

Hours: Various shifts (details provided at scheduling stage) - including weekends

Additional benefits: Free Parking and great access by Public Transport

Job Overview

Mitie is looking for a Retail Security Officer for a prestigious client in the Leeds area who can deliver exceptional customer service whilst creating a safe and secure shopping environment for all. A full background check will be completed including a full 5-year employment/education history. Ideally you will already hold an SIA licence including CCTV, however, SIA training can be provided for the successful candidate.

Responsibilities

• Protect customer property, people and assets by providing security services in direct accordance with the site's published Assignment Instructions and any subsequent changes.
• Deliver results that meet and/or exceed Key Performance Indicators / Service Level Agreements for the customer through full responsibility and accountability, providing a service that aids in the retention of the contract.
• Undergo additional training to ensure continuous self-development.

Main Duties – Operations

• Ensure compliance with all aspects of policies, relevant legal and regulatory requirements as directed by the Security Account Manager and in accordance with UK Law and Guidance bodies.
• Fully and satisfactorily complete all tasks and duties on site as defined within the published Assignment Instructions.
• Proactively review the published Assignment Instructions, familiarise oneself with changes, and suggest amendments that will improve or enhance the current level of service.
• Obtain and wear a front‑line licence in Security Guarding or Door Supervision and maintain a CCTV PSS SIA Licence while on duty.
• Comply with legal obligations and safety requirements of the role.
• Follow instructions and procedures appropriately without unnecessarily challenging authority.
• Work in a systematic, methodical and orderly way.

Training

• Fully and satisfactorily complete all required competency training.
• Undertake additional training to ensure continuous self-development as directed by the Security Account Manager.
• Use technology to achieve key work objectives and develop job knowledge and expertise through continual professional development.
• Ensure renewal of licence 16 weeks before expiry.

Security and Health & Safety

• Identify and immediately report any Health & Safety hazards or potential hazards on site.
• Stay alert to threats or changes in the work environment to take appropriate action to reduce the chance 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 to support the Incident Report process.
• Keep to schedules and demonstrate commitment to Mitie and the client.
• Ensure check calls are carried out at the allocated time slot as stipulated in the Assignment Instructions.
• Call emergency services and the Communication Centre to report all incidents.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous Security Experience.
• SIA Licence (including CCTV). SIA training can be provided.
• SC Clearance desirable.
• Front‑line licence in Security Guarding or Door Supervision (required).

Benefits

Competitive pay and flexible shift pattern.

Free parking and excellent public transport access.

Virtual GP service for you and household members.

Salary Finance scheme for early pay access and loans.

Access to flexible benefits platform Choices, including dental insurance, dining cards, coffee club, technology product discounts.

MiDeals platform for discounts on retailers, gyms, etc.

Cycle‑to‑work scheme.

Life cover: greater of equivalent annual salary or minimum £10,000.

Save‑as‑you‑earn scheme and Mitie Matching Share Plan.

Mitie Stars recognition program and cash prizes up to £10,000.

Mitie is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you have a disability or long‑term condition and need reasonable adjustments or changes, please let us know.