Security Officer
| Posting date: | 06 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 December 2025 |
| Location: | GL4 3RT |
| Company: | Mitie |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 85179 |
Summary
Job OverviewLocation: GloucesterRole: Provide security services, including site security, patrolling, CCTV monitoring, and visitor management.
Note: Extended security (DV) clearance is required and must be passed prior to starting the position. This process can take up to 12 months and involves a detailed background check.
Eligibility CriteriaTo be considered for this role, candidates must:
-Hold a valid SIA Licence
-Be a British citizen
-Have a minimum of 5 years of checkable work history
Key Responsibilities
-Control access for authorised personnel
-Monitor site activity via Access Control System and CCTV
-Conduct patrols and daily alarm system checks
-Respond to alarms and provide visitor reception as needed
-Offer out-of-hours MDL Service Desk support
-Cover for team members and perform random searches
-Deter/detect unauthorised entry and vandalism
-Handle suspect packages per procedures
-Provide security services across two sites
-Undertake ad-hoc tasks as directed
-Be flexible to cover/support absent colleagues
Person Specification
-Previous security experience useful but not essential
-SIA Licence holder and CCTV trained
-Good communication skills and IT literate
-Customer-focused with a commitment to protecting property, people, and assets
-Ability to meet/exceed Key Performance Indicators/Service Level Agreement
-Willingness to undertake additional training for continuous self-development
Note: Extended security (DV) clearance is required and must be passed prior to starting the position. This process can take up to 12 months and involves a detailed background check.
Eligibility CriteriaTo be considered for this role, candidates must:
-Hold a valid SIA Licence
-Be a British citizen
-Have a minimum of 5 years of checkable work history
Key Responsibilities
-Control access for authorised personnel
-Monitor site activity via Access Control System and CCTV
-Conduct patrols and daily alarm system checks
-Respond to alarms and provide visitor reception as needed
-Offer out-of-hours MDL Service Desk support
-Cover for team members and perform random searches
-Deter/detect unauthorised entry and vandalism
-Handle suspect packages per procedures
-Provide security services across two sites
-Undertake ad-hoc tasks as directed
-Be flexible to cover/support absent colleagues
Person Specification
-Previous security experience useful but not essential
-SIA Licence holder and CCTV trained
-Good communication skills and IT literate
-Customer-focused with a commitment to protecting property, people, and assets
-Ability to meet/exceed Key Performance Indicators/Service Level Agreement
-Willingness to undertake additional training for continuous self-development