Relief Security Officer

Security Officer - DWP Regional Support Role

Locations covered: Wakefield, Dewsbury,Liversedge,Castleford,Leeds,Bradford,Pontefract,Huddersfield,Barnsley,Hemsworth,Halifax,Skipton,Harrogate
Hourly rate: £13.45 per hour
Shift pattern: Work Available Monday to Saturday, 08:45 to 17:15
Licence requirement: Door Supervisor licence
Driving requirement: Full UK driving licence required

About the Role

Are you a professional, reliable and customer-focused Security Officer looking for a role with variety, purpose and a consistent weekday working pattern?

Mitie is recruiting Security Officers to support our Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) security team across several sites in the region. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a professional national team, helping to create safe, secure and welcoming public-sector environments for colleagues, visitors and the communities we serve.

What's in it for you?

We know that great people make a great service. That is why Mitie offers a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, reward your contribution and help your money go further.

• Predictable working hours: Work Available Monday - Saturday,08:45 to 17:15.
• Competitive pay: £13.45 per hour.
• Holiday entitlement: Between 5.6 and 6.6 weeks of holiday per year, depending on your contract and length of service.
• Wellbeing support: Access to employee wellbeing resources, including support through Mitie's wider benefits offering.
• Virtual GP service: Permanent and fixed-term Mitie colleagues, along with members of their household, can access Doctor Care Anywhere for expert advice, reassurance and diagnosis. The service is available 24/7, offers translator support across a wide range of languages, and can be accessed online using your Mitie Employee ID.
• Financial wellbeing: Access to Salary Finance tools, guidance and, subject to eligibility, responsible borrowing options.
• Pension and life assurance: Support for your future through workplace pension arrangements and life assurance for eligible colleagues.
• Cycle to Work: Support to help spread the cost of a bike and accessories through Mitie's Cycle to Work scheme.
• Mideals discounts and partner offer: Access to extra rewards, discounts and offers to support your wellbeing and enjoyment at work.

Where you'll work

This mobile regional role covers a group of DWP sites across West and South Yorkshire

DWP Regional Coverage Area
(region)	Wakefield, Dewsbury,Liversedge,Castleford,Leeds,Bradford,Pontefract,Huddersfield,Barnsley,Hemsworth,Halifax,Skipton,Harrogate
Travel expectation	The successful applicant will need to be flexible and confident travelling between DWP sites across the locations listed.

What you'll do

• Help maintain a safe, secure and welcoming environment for DWP colleagues, visitors and property.
• Carry out regular patrols and routine security checks to identify and manage potential risks.
• Respond professionally and effectively to emergencies, incidents or suspicious activity.
• Provide a high standard of customer service, offering reassurance and support where required.
• Liaise with emergency services, local law enforcement and the Mitie Communication Centre when needed.
• Complete accurate notebook entries and incident reports following any incident or security concern.
• Follow Mitie and DWP policies, procedures and site instructions at all times.

What we're looking for

• Previous security experience.
• A valid SIA Door Supervisor licence.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites.
• A professional, calm and confident approach when dealing with incidents or challenging situations.
• Good communication skills and a strong customer service mindset.
• Commitment to safety, compliance and doing the right thing.

Ready to apply?

If you are looking for a role where you can make a positive difference, work as part of a professional team and benefit from availble work between Monday - Saturday 0845-1715 we would be pleased to hear from you.