Security Officer

Wilson James; Scotland; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading managed service provider in Scotland seeks a Security Officer to maintain a visible and preventative security presence. Responsibilities include conducting patrols, ensuring access control, and timely reporting. Ideal candidates will deliver excellent customer service, demonstrate reliability, and have basic IT skills. This position offers a varied shift pattern with competitive pay and opportunities for growth and development within the company.

Benefits

Lifestyle Benefits – Mortgage and financial advice

Learning & Development opportunities

Health and Wellbeing support

Access to an Online GP

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to deliver succinct and clear verbal and written reports.
• Demonstrate the ability to think and act quickly in emergencies.
• High standards of punctuality and attendance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a polite and friendly manner towards the public and colleagues.
• Conduct patrols and report using communication devices.
• Prevent unauthorized access to premises.

Skills

Customer service

Flexibility

Basic IT Skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Job description

Join Our Team as a Security Officer!

Permanent
Location: Scotland Aberdeen
Hours: Zero Hours – varied shift pattern
Pay: £12.60 per hour

The Regional Bench Team provides support to sites in Aberdeen and surrounding area. You will be responsible for providing support to these sites, keeping a good corporate image and high standards of professionalism through adherence to directions from the security management team. You will provide a visible preventative security presence by providing access control, asset protection and area patrols as required while maintaining the security requirements of sites.

About The Role

• Maintain a polite, courteous, and friendly manner towards the public, the client, and colleagues.
• Make patrols and report in by means of radio or other devices.
• Prevent the admittance to the premises of unauthorised persons.
• Report faults that may lead to property damage.
• Remain alert and vigilant to activity on the site to ensure risks are minimised through prompt action, end to end investigation and reporting.

Benefits

• Lifestyle Benefits – Mortgage and financial advice, vouchers for various shopping outlets and food stores, employee referral scheme.
• Learning & Development – we actively encourage progression and offer various eLearning courses, progression, training whilst on site, apprenticeships, and in‑house training courses.
• Health and Wellbeing – Life assurance scheme, access to mental health support specialists.
• Access to an Online GP for you and your dependents.
• Financial support.
• Discounts on hundreds of retail sites.
• Progression opportunities – many of our team go on to senior and site management roles.
• A welcoming, respectful team culture.
• Uniform and full induction provided.
• Cycle to work scheme.

What We Are Looking For

• Deliver excellent customer service.
• Be flexible.
• Basic IT Skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to think and act quickly in emergencies or under pressure.
• Have an ability to deliver succinct and clear verbal and written reports where necessary.
• Demonstrate reliability including the ability to deliver high standards of both punctuality and attendance in order to ensure team effectiveness and availability.
• Able to demonstrate an ability to work as part of a team.
• Deal calmly and confidently with all demands from the public.
• Interested? Apply now and secure your future with us! Please be aware that, on occasion, we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of strong applications.

Wilson James is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position, however each case will be assessed on an individual basis. For information about Wilson James' commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, https://wilsonjames.co.uk/sustainability

Wilson James have been raising standards in security, construction logistics, aviation services, and technology for over 30 years. With 5,000 employees and a presence across over 300 client sites all over the UK, we are dedicated to delivering tailored solutions and top‑tier customer service. As a leading managed service provider, we prioritise safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Joining Wilson James offers the excitement of working with diverse, vibrant clients, making for a dynamic and engaging workplace.

Internal applicants are encouraged to explore internal mobility opportunities to advance within the company. Commending promotion from within, we provide clear career pathways and continuous skill development. Unlock your potential by applying for exciting internal opportunities and new challenge.

Location: Suite 3, International Base, Greenwell Road, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, AB12 3AX