Relief Security Officer

Location: Edinburgh, UK

Pay: Site Rated - starts at £12.71 per hour

Hours: 36 hours per week - days, nights and weekends.

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!

Please note: Due to the security clearance requirements for this role, applicants must be British nationals and have been resident in the UK continuously for the past five years to meet the eligibility criteria for security vetting.

Grade: 3.2 Relief

See a different world. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.

Join our team at Securitas as a Relief Security Officer, where we value diversity and are committed to creating a supportive environment for all our employees. This role gives you a chance to protect people and property, inspire change, and grow professionally with comprehensive training, flexibility, and advancement opportunities.

• Conduct regular patrols of designated areas to detect and deter suspicious activity.
• Perform detailed searches, following company policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and complete necessary paperwork related to security incidents and observations.
• Collaborate with colleagues, supervisors, and external authorities to report incidents and coordinate responses.
• Provide outstanding customer service to employees, visitors, and guests with professionalism and courtesy.

• A valid SIA licence.
• Driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends.
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills in English.

We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status and our commitment to equality. We support candidates with disabilities, race, and other protected characteristics and celebrate diversity through events such as BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE, and Black History Month.

• Dental plan – DENTAL HEALTH coverage.
• Pension scheme – employer contribution and tax relief.
• Payroll ISA – tax‑efficient savings.
• Cycle to Work – discounted bike and equipment.
• Specsavers – discounts on eye tests and spectacles.
• WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support, and fitness programme.
• Toothfairy – online dental advice.
• Free mortgage advice.
• Financial wellbeing hub.
• Life assurance – coverage for permanent employees.

Join us and make a difference in a safe, supportive workplace that values you.