Security Officer
| Company: | Mitie |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | B3 1RU |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 16 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 15 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Coop Retail Store Newhall Street & Surrounding areas (tactical Relief
£13.45 - £17.03 per hour (tactical relief)
40 hours a week
Job Overview
-To protect our customer's property, people and/or assets by providing security services in direct accordance with the sites published Assignment Instructions (AI's) and any subsequent changes.
-Delivering results that meet and / or exceed the Key performance indicators / Service Level Agreement for the customer through full responsibility and accountability, providing a service that aids in the retention of the contract.
-To undertake additional training to ensure continuous self-development.
-As a Store Detective, you will operate across a network of stores, and utilise your observation skills to help prevent theft of stock. The work of the Store Detective Team is crucial in the identification, apprehension and prosecution of criminals who target our client. Store Detective must be available to cover various shift patterns as well as being flexible in their approach to working locations and potential changes to working patterns.
Main Duties
Operations
-To be aware of and ensure compliance with all aspects of policies and relevant legal and regulatory requirements as directed by the Security Account Manager and in accordance with UK Law and Guidance bodies.
-Fully and satisfactorily complete all of the tasks and duties on site as defined within the published Assignment Instructions (AI's).
-Proactively refer to and review the published Assignment Instructions, thus familiarising oneself with any changes in order to suggest additional amendments that will improve or enhance the current level of service.
-To be compliant with Industry and Statutory Legislation (you are required to obtain a front-line licence in either Security Guarding or Door Supervision), which must be worn at all times whilst carrying out your duties. The Customer also requires a CCTV PSS SIA Licence. There are also additional courses that are contractually required.
-Comply with legal obligations and safety requirements of the role.
-Follow instructions and procedures appropriately without unnecessarily challenging authority.
-Work in a systematic, methodology and orderly way.
-The Store Detective will work in collaboration with all members of the security team to achieve a safe and secure shopping environment free from crime and the fear of crime.
-Utilising conflict resolution in order to diffuse difficult situations that may arise within the workplace.
-Reporting to the Store Detective Team Leader.
-They will always be mindful of the legal requirements associated with powers of arrest, detain and welfare responsibilities to ensure the personnel safety of all Mitie/Co-op personnel and members of the public.
-Ensure effective communication to officers and colleagues that create an integrated and coordinated approach to crime prevention and detection.
-Adopting an intuitive approach to store layout taking into consideration store demographic and associated risks.
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Training
-Fully and satisfactorily complete all required competency training.
-To undertake additional training to ensure continuous self-development as directed by the Security Account Manager.
-Use technology to achieve key work objectives and develop job knowledge and expertise through continual professional development.
-You are required to ensure you renew your licence 16 weeks before expiry.
Security and Health & Safety
-Look out for, and to immediately report, any Health & Safety hazards, or potential hazards, on site.
-Stay alert to any threats or changes within the work environment in order 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.
-To 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.
-To ensure check calls are being carried out at the allocated time slot as stipulated in the Assignment Instructions (AI's).
-To call emergency services and Communication Centre to report all incidents.
What we are looking for
-Previous Security Experience
-SIA License
-SC Clearance desirable
-The Store Detective will need to be a team player with an enthusiastic attitude.
-SIA Licence essential preferably a Front-Line Licence, CCTV Licence would be beneficial.
-Strong Customer Service, client focused attitude with the ability to build good working relationships.
-Excellent communication skills are required both written and verbal.
-Full UK driving licence with own vehicle