Emergency Response Team Leader
| Posting date: | 10 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 December 2025 |
| Location: | SN3 4PE |
| Company: | Mitie |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 85862 |
Summary
Emergency Response Team Leader (Fire & Security)
Location: Swindon
Pay Rate: £16.36/h
Hours: 12-hour shifts (days/nights/weekends), average 42 hours per week plus overtime opportunities.
Join Mitie - Build Your Future with Industry-Leading Training and Benefits
Are you ready to take your SIA career to the next level? At Mitie, we're offering an exciting opportunity to join our Emergency Response Team — a multi-skilled role combining security, fire response, and first aid responsibilities.
This is far more than a standard security position. It's a chance to gain specialist emergency response training, earn recognised qualifications, and develop skills that can open doors across the security, fire, and rescue sectors.
Exceptional Training - Provided by Mitie
Successful applicants will complete a full training package, all fully funded by Mitie. Training includes:
-First Response Emergency Care (FREC 3) - 5 days
-Medical Gases (Oxygen and Entonox) - 2 days (or integrated within FREC 3)
-Basic Fire Training - 2 days
From day one, you will be part of a professional response team equipped with the knowledge and confidence to handle critical incidents and protect people, property, and the environment.
-On Site benefits
Free on-site parking
Subsidises Restaurant
Tea/Coffee making facilities
Full uniform requirements supplied including PPE Fire Kit
-Plus Continuous learning and development opportunities
Join a company that values professionalism, teamwork, and progression - where your development truly matters.
Your Role
As an Emergency Response Team Officer, you will play a key part in maintaining safety and security across a major client site. Responsibilities include:
-Providing a visible and proactive security presence
-Responding quickly and effectively to fires, first aid incidents, and environmental emergencies
-Maintaining and inspecting emergency equipment to operational standards
-Conducting internal and external patrols, searches, and incident reporting
-Supporting compliance with health, safety, and security policies
What We're Looking For
We're seeking motivated, professional individuals who are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role.
Essential Requirements:
-Full, clean UK driving licence
-Valid SIA front line licence (fully funded)
-Ability to pass a medical and fitness test (including suitability for breathing apparatus)
-Professional appearance and positive attitude
-Willingness to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, and weekends
-Ability to pass security vetting and random drug/alcohol testing
-Basic/intermediate IT skills
Desirable:
-FREC 3 medical qualification (if already held)
Please note: if breathing apparatus was requiremented, candidates must remain clean-shaven or maintain a tightly trimmed goatee-style beard to ensure equipment compatibility.
If you have an SIA licence, a clean driving record and the ambition to develop your skills through first-class training and experience, this is the ideal opportunity to advance your career.
Apply today to join Mitie's Emergency Response Team and make a real difference in a role where every day counts.
Location: Swindon
Pay Rate: £16.36/h
Hours: 12-hour shifts (days/nights/weekends), average 42 hours per week plus overtime opportunities.
Join Mitie - Build Your Future with Industry-Leading Training and Benefits
Are you ready to take your SIA career to the next level? At Mitie, we're offering an exciting opportunity to join our Emergency Response Team — a multi-skilled role combining security, fire response, and first aid responsibilities.
This is far more than a standard security position. It's a chance to gain specialist emergency response training, earn recognised qualifications, and develop skills that can open doors across the security, fire, and rescue sectors.
Exceptional Training - Provided by Mitie
Successful applicants will complete a full training package, all fully funded by Mitie. Training includes:
-First Response Emergency Care (FREC 3) - 5 days
-Medical Gases (Oxygen and Entonox) - 2 days (or integrated within FREC 3)
-Basic Fire Training - 2 days
From day one, you will be part of a professional response team equipped with the knowledge and confidence to handle critical incidents and protect people, property, and the environment.
-On Site benefits
Free on-site parking
Subsidises Restaurant
Tea/Coffee making facilities
Full uniform requirements supplied including PPE Fire Kit
-Plus Continuous learning and development opportunities
Join a company that values professionalism, teamwork, and progression - where your development truly matters.
Your Role
As an Emergency Response Team Officer, you will play a key part in maintaining safety and security across a major client site. Responsibilities include:
-Providing a visible and proactive security presence
-Responding quickly and effectively to fires, first aid incidents, and environmental emergencies
-Maintaining and inspecting emergency equipment to operational standards
-Conducting internal and external patrols, searches, and incident reporting
-Supporting compliance with health, safety, and security policies
What We're Looking For
We're seeking motivated, professional individuals who are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role.
Essential Requirements:
-Full, clean UK driving licence
-Valid SIA front line licence (fully funded)
-Ability to pass a medical and fitness test (including suitability for breathing apparatus)
-Professional appearance and positive attitude
-Willingness to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, and weekends
-Ability to pass security vetting and random drug/alcohol testing
-Basic/intermediate IT skills
Desirable:
-FREC 3 medical qualification (if already held)
Please note: if breathing apparatus was requiremented, candidates must remain clean-shaven or maintain a tightly trimmed goatee-style beard to ensure equipment compatibility.
If you have an SIA licence, a clean driving record and the ambition to develop your skills through first-class training and experience, this is the ideal opportunity to advance your career.
Apply today to join Mitie's Emergency Response Team and make a real difference in a role where every day counts.