Weekend Security Officer in Farnham

Weekend Security Officer Role – Mitie

Location: University for the Creative Arts Farnham

Job Type: Part‑time

Shift Rota: Saturday and Sunday 0700‑1900 (24 Hours Weekly)

Company Description

Mitie was founded in 1987 and is the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company. It serves a large and diverse client base, including banks, retailers, hospitals, schools, and government offices.

• Over 49,000 employees
• 100+ office locations
• Thousands of customers across the UK

Company Values & Culture

• We are one Mitie – we work together to deliver a seamless, unrivalled service and support both customers and colleagues.
• Integrity and Trust – These are at the heart of everything we do. We treat others with respect and represent the company with pride.
• We go the extra mile – We solve problems, improve processes, and always keep our promises.
• Diversity makes us stronger – We value different backgrounds and perspectives – everyone has a voice.
• Customer‑focused – We act as a trusted partner, putting customers at the centre of everything.

Key Behaviours

• Knowledge of relevant security procedures
• Excellent customer service
• Strong teamwork
• Health & safety awareness
• Effective communication skills

Main Duties

• Maintain a professional presence: determined, trustworthy, attentive, and approachable
• Operate:
• Phones
• Emails
• IT systems
• CCTV
• Alarm systems
• Access control (doors and car park)
• Monitor and respond to:
• Suspicious activity
• Potential criminal behaviour
• Maintain control of incidents until emergency services arrive
• Record, report, and elevate incidents to the Account Manager

Person Specification

• Strong team player with a positive attitude
• Ability to work independently
• Previous security experience preferred
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Excellent customer service skills
• Willingness to go above and beyond for clients and visitors
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Ability to remain calm under pressure

Knowledge & Requirements

• Understanding of:
  • Health and Safety at Work Act
  • Criminal and Civil Law
  • Police and Criminal Evidence Act
• SIA Licence – (Door Supervision or Security Guarding) – Essential

Additional Information

• Equal opportunities employer
• Strong focus on diversity and inclusion
• Commitment to employee growth and development

Benefits

Our market‑leading flexible benefits scheme provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle, including a virtual GP, financial wellbeing assistance, a salary finance scheme, a cycle‑to‑work scheme, discounts through our MiDeals platform, life cover of the greater of your equivalent annual salary or a minimum of £10,000, a save‑as‑you‑earn scheme, a Mitie Matching Share Plan, and recognition through Mitie Stars with cash prizes.

Recruitment Process

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 during the recruitment process, please let us know.