Security Officer (4 on 4 off shift) in Millbrook

An opportunity has arisen for a Security & Emergency Response professional to join the Security Team at UTAC Millbrook as a Security Officer. The successful role holder will be responsible for maintaining high standards of performance, discipline, appearance and possess a proactive approach to security. This role is not a “normal” security role and therefore presents additional challenges and opportunities within the security industry.

Shift pattern: 4 on 4 off, 12 hour shifts in rotation of 2 day shifts (06:30 – 18:30) and 2 night shifts (18:30 – 06:30).

Responsibilities:

• Protection of company premises, assets & personnel through site entrance control and mobile patrols across an extensive and varied site.
• Providing administrative support as required.
• Providing emergency response cover to the site using relevant equipment including breathing apparatus, fire hoses, hydraulic rescue tools and participating in regular training.
• Front of house duties including welcoming guests & providing a positive guest experience.
• Monitoring & authorising entrance & departure of employees, guests & other persons to guard against theft & maintain physical security of premises and information security of UTAC.
• Conducting searches of personnel & vehicles.
• Completing reports of daily activities & irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorised persons or unusual occurrences.
• Inspection & adjustment of security systems, equipment & machinery to ensure operational use & to detect evidence of tampering.
• Providing response to all fire and building alarms and investigating disturbances.
• Providing cover of main switchboard & radio/track control responsibilities during non‑standard hours.
• Acting in accordance with the behaviours for UTAC colleagues at all times.

Qualifications:

• Good standard of education.
• SIA Licence preferred but not mandatory.
• First Aid at Work Certificate preferred but not mandatory as training will be provided.
• Professional Firefighting qualification or experience an advantage.

Experience:

• Previous security role.
• Experience in a customer‑focused role.

Skills:

• Fire related background/knowledge or experience would be an advantage.
• Good knowledge of IT using Microsoft Office packages.
• Experience and knowledge of customer care.
• A confident approach & ability to deal with difficult/confrontational people.
• Ability to work with technical equipment (e.g. CCTV & radios).
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to display leadership within the team and organisation.

Personal Behaviours:

• The ability to respond positively and effectively to stressful situations.
• The ability to follow and issue instructions.
• Willingness to learn and educate.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Highly motivated team player.
• High level of confidentiality and integrity.

Other:

• Position will be based at the Millbrook Bedfordshire site.
• Must have full colour vision.
• Excellent level of physical fitness and able to complete Chester Step Test.
• Flexibility to travel as and when required.
• Full UK driving licence & own transport (UTAC is not easily assessable via public transport).
• SC clearance or ability to achieve this (UK national with residency in the UK for the last 5 years).
• Willing to undergo a Criminal Disclosure check.

Benefits:

• Life Cover
• Access to a wide range of discounts and offers via the Perkz reward scheme
• Recognition awards linked to our UTAC values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity.
• Contributory pension schemes
• Attractive family‑friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working.
• Access to a variety of employee assistance support services.

Equal Opportunity: UTAC is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing inclusion and supporting our people to be themselves and at their very best.