Relief Security Officer in Wakefield

Better places, thriving communities.

Location: Wakefield & Surrounding Areas (Area Relief)

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 nationwide for our new, exciting project with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a professional and dedicated team that makes a difference in communities across the United Kingdom.

Job Overview

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

Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• 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, or potential hazards, on site.
• Stay alert to any threats or changes within the work environment to take the appropriate action to reduce the chance of disruption, loss or damage.
• Use common sense and initiative by immediately involving others if a situation appears to become 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 Communication Centre to report all incidents.

Requirements

• Previous Security Experience.
• DS Licence preferred.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Benefits

• Market‑leading flexible benefits scheme (Choices). Includes dental insurance, dining cards, coffee club, technology products, cycle‑to‑work scheme, save‑as‑you‑earn scheme and Mitie Matching Share Plan.
• Virtual GP and financial wellbeing assistance through Salary Finance scheme.
• Life cover of the greater of the equivalent annual salary or £10,000.
• High‑street discounts via the MiDeals platform.

Inclusivity

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.

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