Retail Security Officer

BARDWOOD; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

BardWood Support Services is recruiting a Retail Security Officer for a busy high-street store in Stockbridge. The role requires vigilance, patrols, and quick response to incidents to protect staff and customers.

You will hold an SIA license, have a 5-year career history, and be able to work under pressure. The position offers flexible shift timings and a pathway to permanent placement after 12 weeks with extensive benefits.

The employer emphasizes staff development and security best practices.

Qualifications

• SIA license required.
• 5-year checkable work/career history.
• Experience in a similar security role is an advantage.
• Physically fit to perform duties.
• Ability to work under pressure and stay calm in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Patrolling the Retail Store Premises.
• Investigating disturbances and monitoring entry/exit points.
• Communicating clearly in emergencies and operating theft-detecting devices.
• Handling large crowds and maintaining positive customer relations.

Skills

Work under pressure

Physically fit

Education

SIA License

Job description

About the role

Title – Retail Security Officer

Pay Rate – £14.90

Location – HMS - Stockbridge

Shift Timings – Must be flexible as per clients requirements

You will be working in a well-known retail store, which holds various stock. Officers are responsible for providing safety and security to both staff and visitors alike.

What will you get in return?

Please note all our roles require transfer to our client on a permanent basis after 12 weeks, with the following amazing benefits being offered upon transfer.

• Company-funded SIA License renewal.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Smart tech – allowing employees to buy the latest tech, deducted from their salaries monthly at no additional interest.
• Salary finance loans and monthly advances.
• Vouchers across various retailers such as Sainsbury's, Argos, and ASDA, as well as holidays, leisure, fashion, pets, and many more.
• Save as you earn.
• Life cover.
• Private medical cover.
• Childcare vouchers.
• Private pensions.
• Fantastic opportunity to join an evolving family.

Your main responsibilities may include:

• Patrolling the Retail Store Premises.
• Investigating Disturbances, as well as monitoring the entry and exit points of the retail store.
• Confidently calling for help in emergency situations and operating theft-detecting devices.
• Effectively dealing with large crowds and building positive customer relations.

To succeed in this role, you will need the following:

• SIA License.
• 5-year checkable work/career history.
• Experience in a similar role, would an advantage
• Physically fit to undertake given tasks.
• Possess the ability to work under pressure.

About our company

At BardWood Support Services we are recruitment specialists, supporting the facilities industry in the UK since 2015. We recognize that PEOPLE are our most valued resource and as such we aim to ensure our employees are matched within the right role that suits them, with a view to help them progress.