- Ref:75519
- Location:Plymouth
- Employment:Full time
- Closing Date:13 June 2025
Security Officer (75519)
Since 1987, Mitie’s 68,000 employees, have been serving companies and communities across the world. We're the UK’s leading facilities management company. Our clients range from banks to retailers, hospitals to schools, and critical government sites. We make a positive difference to millions of people, every day, and we're very proud of this. Join us and together there's no limit to what we can achieve.
Retail Security Officer – Lidl- Transit Plymouth
Location: Plymouth (PL5 3TW)
Position: 49 hours per week, overtime available for holiday/absence cover
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Shifts: Day shifts only (Up to 12 hour a day between the hours of 7am – 11pm Monday – Saturday, and 9am to 4pm on Sundays)
Why Join Mitie?
- Free SIA License Renewal
- Competitive Holiday Entitlement
- Pension Scheme
- Personal Learning Hub & Additional Training
- 24/7 Virtual GP & Healthcare Benefits
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Full Uniform Provided
- Exclusive Discounts with Selected Companies
- Company Share Scheme (SIP & SAYE)
- Overtime Available
About the Role: Mitie has an exciting opportunity for a Security officer at our Lidl Transit site in Plymouth. Enjoy discounted benefits and gain high-quality experience within the security industry. Full training and a quality induction will be provided.
Responsibilities:
- Act as a visual deterrent on the shop floor
- Safely detain offenders following H&S training
- Utilize store security systems, including CCTV and EAS gates
- Collaborate with covert security operatives
- Investigate losses and support inquiries about known offenders
- Complete accurate incident reports and company documentation
- Report crime incidents using a company-provided tablet
- Conduct routine patrols to ensure customer safety
- Record patrols in daily activity sheets
- Provide security updates during store briefings
- Conduct shift handovers to ensure service continuity
- Maintain a safe and secure environment for all
Qualifications:
- Door Supervision or Security Guarding License
- Five-year checkable employment history or documentary evidence of any period of unemployment, self-employment, or education
Desirable Experience:
- Previous experience in a retail security role