Security Officer

Pay

Pay: £13.61 per hour

Hours:

21 hours per week - 4 on 12 off
- Night Shift
- Overtime Available.

Due to site requirements, candidates must be eligible for SC Clearance, hold British nationality, and have lived continuously in the UK for the past 5 years.

Site Based

See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured. Are you looking for a fulfilling career where you can make a difference and feel empowered every day?

We’re hiring:
Security Officer

Edinburgh, UK

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!

We value diversity and are committed to creating a supportive environment for all employees. 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.

• 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

Please note
- The responsibilities listed here aren’t the full picture—but they give you a good sense of the role. If you meet the minimum requirements and believe you’ve got what it takes to succeed, we’d love to hear from you.

• A valid SIA licence.
• Physically fit for patrolling of site.
• Flexibility to work nights and weekends.
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history.
• British nationality and UK residency for the past 5 years (due to site requirements).
• Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken.

It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK! Join our global team of 336,000+ colleagues and help make the world a safer place.

• Opportunity – We see potential in every person and situation
• People – We open our eyes to all that’s good
• Purpose – We make your world a safer place

• On‑site parking – hassle‑free commuting
• Dental plan – helping you keep that smile healthy
• Pension scheme – invest in your future
• Payroll ISA – smart, tax‑efficient savings made easy
• And much more! – we’re always looking for ways to support our team

Our Recruitment Team reviews every application carefully. Applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help.

We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status (we will always try our hardest to guarantee interviews for eligible candidates, should you meet the roles minimum requirements, having disclosed a disability to our Talent Team upon application). We support equality through Employee Networks – Our real change makers of the business. Race at Work Charter, and the Armed Forces Covenant.

We also celebrate diversity with events like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.

• STRIVE– Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending to suit your shopping habits.
• Dental Plans - A range of plans providing support, providing cash back towards everyday dental costs, such as dental examinations, X-rays, and treatment
• HSF Health Plan
  - Range of healthcare cash plans at highly…