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Having a visible security presence on the premises can be a great deterrent for would-be criminals and for many businesses, mobile patrols offer a cost-effective and flexible alternative to using static guards.
Our mobile patrols team here at Venture work throughout the night, supporting customers across Hampshire, Wiltshire, Berkshire and Surrey. They do a fantastic job, dealing with any and all issues they come across and we know our customers really value having their support.
But what’s it really like being a mobile security officer? And how does it compare to other types of security roles?
Here are some of the questions we’re often asked.
The first thing you will need is a current and active SIA licence (either Security Guard, Door Supervisor or Close Protection).
You will also need a full UK manual driving licence, as the role is vehicle-based.
As a Mobile Patrol Officer at Venture, you would be issued with a full uniform and modern, well maintained, branded vehicle to use for your shifts. At random times throughout the night, you would then visit different customer’s premises, where you would carry out a range of checks, while looking out for any unusual or suspicious activity. You would then record your findings electronically, ready for a report to be sent to the customer.
Other functions carried out by Mobile Patrol Officers include having responsibility for locking and unlocking customer sites at agreed times and responding to CCTV, fire and/or intruder alarms. Where appropriate, you may also need to liaise with the police and other agencies.
You can find out more in our blog here: What does a Mobile Patrol Officer do?’
Here at Venture, we are one of the top payers in the region.
A full time, permanent employee, working an average 45.5-hour week as a Mobile Patrol Officer, can earn more than £31,000 a year. There is also the potential to hit over £40,000 a year with overtime.
We pay double time on Bank Holidays and you get 28 days paid holiday annually. Plus, all our employees are enrolled into our employee benefits scheme from day one, giving access to discounts on shops, restaurants, gym memberships and more.
There are other ways to earn some additional cash too, such as through our employee referral scheme.
We asked our team to tell us what they enjoy most about their role. Here’s what they had to say.
As a mobile patrol officer, you will be covering many different locations instead of being stationed at a single site. This diversity can be appealing for many officers and ensures variety in the role.
The role of a mobile patrol officer requires consistent physical movement and activity, which can help maintain engagement throughout shifts and sees the time passing quickly. It will also keep you really fit.
Many of our officers have encountered something unexpected while on patrol. This ranges from catching a burst water pipe and so preventing it from destroying supplies, to spotting and helping a vulnerable adult who was lost. With every patrol, our officers are making a difference and often in unexpected ways.
Each patrol shift will see an officer encountering a variety of different security situations and incidents. This presents an opportunity to put their problem-solving skills to good use, with them thinking on their feet to assess and manage the scenario effectively.
All our patrol officers work in regional teams, with support from other officers as well as a duty supervisor and 24/7 control room. There is a genuine sense of team and camaraderie between officers and with the wider team, who always have each other’s back.
While working the night shift 4 days on / 4 off won’t be for everyone, for our officers it gives them the time and flexibility they need to do the things they love. For example, working non-traditional hours means you aren’t tied to shopping or going to the gym at peak times, or getting stuck in rush hour traffic every day.
Successful patrolling relies on meticulous attention to detail and the ability to detect irregularities and potential security risks. It can be really satisfying to put these skills to use, to spot issues and trends before they even happen.
Mobile patrol officers have a degree of autonomy to manage their own time and workload, allowing them to exercise independent judgement.
Gaining experience as a mobile patrol officer can open doors within the security sector, potentially leading to promotion and roles with increased responsibility.
We’re always on the lookout for exceptional security officers to join us. If you take pride in a job well done and think you’d be up for the challenge, then get your application in today.
You can view our current vacancies here: https://uk.indeed.com/cmp/Venture-Security
Or for more information, drop us an email to office@venturesec.co.uk
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