Relief Security Officer

Wilson James; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading security company in central Edinburgh as a Relief Officer, responsible for providing onsite security and assisting with facilities management. This role requires high professionalism and flexibility, with diverse responsibilities and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with prestigious clients.

Benefits

Annual leave entitlement of 5.8 weeks

Lifestyle benefits including financial advice and shopping vouchers

Learning and development opportunities

Health and wellbeing support, including life assurance

Discounts at retail outlets

Qualifications

• Experienced and professional security officer accustomed to corporate environments.
• Ability to manage on-site contractors.
• Willingness to cover other roles within the team.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite security and assurance to the client.
• Conduct security patrols and monitor CCTV systems.
• Complete daily Electronic DOB reports.

Skills

Experience in security

Customer service

CCTV monitoring

Flexibility

Tools

TrackTik

Job description

Join Our Team as a Relief Officer:

This site is a financial institution situated in the heart of Edinburgh.

The role is based within the Facilities Team, reporting to the Wilson James Security and Facilities Manager and the client's representative on site.

The main function is providing onsite security and assurance to our prestigious client located in central Edinburgh, whilst assisting with facilities management.

About the Role:

You will be an experienced, ultra-professional, and very smart officer, accustomed to dealing with high-end clients in corporate environments. Flexibility and willingness to cover other roles within the team, including Front of House (which requires wearing a dress uniform in a concierge role), are essential.

SITE BASED REQUIREMENTS

Why Join Us?

• Annual leave: entitlement of 5.8 weeks
• Lifestyle Benefits: Mortgage and financial advice, shopping and food vouchers, employee referral scheme
• Learning & Development: Progression opportunities, eLearning courses, on-site training, apprenticeships, in-house courses
• Health and Wellbeing: Life assurance, mental health support
• Access to Online GP for employees and dependents
• Discounts: Savings at hundreds of retail outlets

What we are looking for:

SITE BASED REQUIREMENTS

• Perform security and facilities tasks as directed by management
• Support security and facilities operations on site
• Conduct security patrols using TrackTik device
• Monitor CCTV systems
• Manage on-site contractors
• Meet and greet staff and visitors
• Handle staff requests and coordinate with relevant departments
• Complete daily Electronic DOB reports
• Receive deliveries and mail
• Issue staff and contractor passes
• Escort contractors and visitors
• Lock the building and set intruder alarms during backshift and after weekend works

Interested? Apply now and secure your future with us! Please note that we may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

WilsonJames is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent employment; each case is assessed individually. For more about WilsonJames' commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, visit https://wilsonjames.co.uk/sustainability.

WilsonJames has been raising standards in security, logistics, aviation services, and technology for over 30 years. With 5,000 employees across over 300 UK sites, we deliver tailored solutions and top-tier customer service. Join us for a dynamic, engaging workplace with diverse clients.