Company Description
We’re Hiring: Security Officer
📍 Location: Veranova 10 Wheatfield Road, Edinburgh, EH11 2QA
💰 Pay: £12.60
📅 Hours: 12hrs (4 on 4 off days and nights)
Valid SIA Licence (required)
Minimum 2 years’ experience in the security industry (desirable)
Strong security awareness with a customer-focused mindset
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure
What You’ll Gain from Day One:
- Access to excellent Learning & Development opportunities
- Ongoing mentorship and support
- Exclusive employee benefits including discounts from top brands
- Opportunities to develop new skills, including First Aid and additional security qualifications (fully funded)
- Be part of a supportive team environment where growth is encouraged
Grade: Site Based
See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.
As a Security Officer at Securitas, you’ll do more than protect what’s important—you’ll empower people to thrive. Your presence will make others feel safe, welcome, and supported.
Whether you’re patrolling key areas, managing gatehouse duties, or being the friendly face clients rely on, as a Security Officer you’ll be an essential part of something bigger. Working on behalf of one of the world’s leading aerospace and defence organizations, every shift is a new chance to learn, grow, and make a difference.
This isn’t just another job. It’s your opportunity to step into a role as a Security Officer where your potential is recognized, your contribution is valued, and your progress is supported every step of the way.
Job Description
Responsibilities
You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:
- Welcoming and assisting staff, visitors, and contractors.
- Conducting regular safety and security patrols.
- Ensuring compliance with regulations and procedures.
- Supporting emergency protocols, including evacuations and searches.
- Keeping vigilant, reporting incidents, and preventing disruption.
- Accurately maintaining records of all activity and handovers.
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.
What we’re looking for:
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.
- Flexibility to workdays, 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.
· Minimum 2 years’ experience in the security industry (desirable)
