Security Officer

Position: Security Officer

Location: Edinburgh, UK

Pay: £13.70 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday, 0700–1600hrs (45 hrs/week)

Job Description

You will protect people, property, and information, performing patrols, searches, record keeping, communications, and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Active patrols to deter suspicious activity.
• Conduct detailed searches following company policies.
• Maintain accurate records and paperwork.
• Collaborate with colleagues, supervisors, and authorities.
• Provide exceptional customer service to employees, visitors, and guests.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA licence.
• Knowledge of access control and CCTV systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Customer service skills.
• Right to work in the UK with 5‑year checkable history.
• British nationality and UK residency for the past 5 years.
• Strong written and spoken English communication.

Benefits

• Free on‑site parking.
• Subsidised canteen meals.
• Fully funded additional aviation security training.
• Dental plan.
• Pension scheme.
• Payroll ISA savings.
• Various discounts through Securitas Perks.
• Health and wellbeing supports.
• Cycle to Work.
• Specsavers eye test discount.
• WeCare mental health support.
• Free mortgage advice.
• Death in Service Benefit.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive employer with Level 2 Disability Confident status and celebrate diversity with events such as BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month. We value diversity and are committed to creating a supportive environment for all employees.

How to Apply

If you meet the minimum requirements, please apply online.