Security Officer

ABM; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 GP access

Mental health support

Financial and legal support

Cycle-to-work scheme

Job summary

A leading facility service provider in Edinburgh is seeking an Environmental Cleaning Operative. This role involves maintaining cleanliness across various facilities while ensuring adherence to health standards and delivering excellent customer service. Candidates should have experience in facilities management, strong communication skills, and the physical capability to perform cleaning duties. Flexible shifts, including nights and weekends, are required, along with a strong commitment to health and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a cleaning or facilities management role preferred.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations relevant to cleaning.
• Physical capability to perform cleaning duties effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular cleaning and sanitation tasks in a variety of settings.
• Ensure adherence to all health and safety regulations during cleaning operations.
• Deliver high‑quality customer service by addressing client inquiries or concerns professionally.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

LOCATION: Fort Kinnaird, Edinburgh

SHIFT PATTERN: 4 on 4 off INCLUDING NIGHT, 42 hours per week

PAY RATE: £14.39 per hour

ABM UK has been a leader in providing award‑winning facility service solutions since 1987. We serve over 1,500 locations across the UK, including shopping centres, commercial sites, and more than 20 airports. With a workforce of over 3,500 skilled individuals, we prioritise a respectful and collaborative work environment that emphasises safety, career development, and innovative practices. As an Environmental Cleaning Operative, you will play a crucial role in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across various facilities, ensuring environments are safe, compliant with health standards, and welcoming for all users.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular cleaning and sanitation tasks in a variety of settings.
• Ensure adherence to all health and safety regulations during cleaning operations.
• Utilise cleaning products and equipment according to established guidelines.
• Report maintenance or safety issues to supervisory staff promptly.
• Monitor cleaning supplies and replenish as necessary.
• Maintain accurate records of all cleaning tasks performed.
• Deliver high‑quality customer service by addressing client inquiries or concerns professionally.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a cleaning or facilities management role preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and a quality‑oriented mindset.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Effective communication skills with a focus on customer service.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations relevant to cleaning.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends and evenings.
• Physical capability to perform cleaning duties effectively.

Benefits

• 24/7 GP: Both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK-based GP from the comfort of your own home.
• Mental health support and life‑event counselling.
• Get Fit programme.
• Financial and legal support.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Access to Work employee app with discounts, gift cards, cashback and exclusive offers, and resources on family, health, money and work.

ABM is committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. We are proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.