Security Officer

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Retail Security Officer – Lidl Newport Barnstaple

Location: Newport (EX32 8PB
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Position: 40 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 9am – 10pm Monday – Saturday, and 9am to 4pm on Sundays)

• 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

Mitie has an exciting opportunity for a Retail Security Officer at our Lidl Newport store. Enjoy discounted benefits and gain high-quality experience within the security industry. Full training and a quality induction will be provided.

• 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

• Door Supervision or Security Guarding License
• Five-year checkable employment history or documentary evidence of any period of unemployment, self-employment, or education

• Previous experience in a retail security role

Mitie's flexible benefits scheme is designed to suit your lifestyle. Access high street discounts, financial wellbeing assistance, and more through our platforms. With over 68,000 employees, Mitie is the UK's leading facilities management and professional services company, committed to the growth and development of our team members.

Mitie's virtual GP is available for you and members of your household. You can get expert advice by video or phone without leaving home. The Salary Finance scheme allows you to access up to 50% of earned pay before payday for a small fee, and also offers competitive loans.

The flexible benefits platform, Choices, allows you to customise benefits such as dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, technology products, and more. The MiDeals platform provides high street discounts from thousands of retailers, gyms, and other merchants. The cycle-to-work scheme is also available.

Life cover is the greater of your equivalent annual salary or a minimum of £10,000. The save-as-you-earn scheme and Mitie Matching Share Plan offer potential shares or free shares. Employees can earn Mitie Stars, receiving cash prizes up to £10,000.

Training and development are a top priority;
Mitie offers varied pathways and learning resources. The recruitment process is inclusive and accessible; please email us for reasonable adjustments.

Mitie has maintained an 80,000-employee workforce since 1987, serving notable clients across banking, government, healthcare, and education.

Apply now to become part of our dedicated team at Mitie and take advantage of our extensive benefits and career development opportunities!

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