Security Officer

We're Hiring: Security Officer! 📍 Location: Edinburgh, UK 💰 Pay: £13.61 per hour OR £29,724.24 per year! 📅 Hours:42 hours per week on a rotating shift pattern: 4 days on / 4 days off, followed by 4 nights on / 4 nights off. Please note: Due to site and role requirements, candidates must be eligible to obtain (SC) Security Clearance. This requires applicants to hold British nationality, possess a valid British passport, and have lived continuously in the UK for the past five years. Grade: Site Based See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured. More About The Opportunity.... Join our team at Securitas as a Security Officer, where we value diversity and are committed to creating a supportive environment for all our employees. As a Security Officer, you'll not only protect people and property but through your day to day work, really make the difference and help make your world a safer place. With comprehensive training, flexibility when you need it, and opportunities for advancement, this is your chance to shine and grow, so do something amazing and invest in yourself by applying today. This is a fantastic opportunity to take your first step into a career in Security or the perfect move for an experience professional looking to work on a premium band site. The role is exciting and varied, offering the chance to get involved in a wide range of duties, including searches, emergency response and providing exceptional customer service. You'll play a key part in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment, with opportunities to develop your skills and progress within the security field. Step into a role that's not just a job, but a pathway to leadership and empowerment. You'll be a part of a dynamic team where your skills and unique perspectives are celebrated. ✨ Some Benefits Of Working With Us ✨ 🚗 On-site parking – hassle-free commuting and one less cost to think about 🦷 Dental plan – helping you keep that smile healthy 💼 Pension scheme – invest in your future 💷 Payroll ISA – smart, tax-efficient savings made easy 🎓 From day one, you'll gain access to outstanding Learning and Development opportunities, Mentorship, and a whole load of benefits from big brand discounts to give back schemes! 🌟 And much more! – we're always looking for ways to support our team Join us and enjoy a workplace that truly values you! Responsibilities

You'll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:

• Active Patrols: Regularly patrol designated areas to detect and deter suspicious activity. Your vigilance will ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone
• Thorough Searches: Conduct detailed searches, following our comprehensive company policies and procedures. Your meticulous attention to detail will help keep our restricted areas safe
• Detailed Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate records and complete necessary paperwork related to security incidents and observations
• Effective Communication: Collaborate with colleagues, supervisors and various external authorities to report incidents and coordinate responses to security issues
• Exceptional Customer Service: Provide outstanding customer service to employees, visitors, and guests with professionalism and courtesy Qualifications What we're looking for: We're looking for someone who sees a different world—someone who values teamwork, shows initiative, and wants to grow. Ideally, you'll have:
• A valid SIA licence or willingness to obtain one upon successful offer of the role
• Physically fit for patrolling of site.
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends.
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history.
• Due to site and role requirements, candidates must be eligible to obtain (SC) Security Clearance. This requires applicants to hold British nationality, possess a valid British passport, and have lived continuously in the UK for the past five years.
• Good communication skills in English—both written and spoken. Additional Information See a different world with Securitas UK Ready to make a difference? You're one step closer to joining over 322,000 colleagues worldwide who help make your world a safer place every day. At Securitas, our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness guide everything we do. We believe in making a clear promise to our people:
• Opportunity – Seeing potential in every person
• People – Putting people at the heart of what we do
• Purpose – Making your world a safer place So what happens next? Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully and is here to support you throughout the process. Whatever the outcome, you'll always hear back from us. Creating spaces for you to belong Ready to see a rewarding world? From day one, you'll have access to a range of benefits, including:
• Employee discounts with leading global and local brands.
• Health and wellbeing support, 24/7 online GP services.
• Pension and financial wellbeing resources and support.
• Life assurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee eligibility to EV Schemes (Subject to graded benefits). Keen to take the next step... Join a team that values your contribution, supports your growth and helps you build a rewarding career. Click "I'm Interested" and start seeing a different world with Securitas UK.