Security Officer (Relief)

Securitas UK; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Health and wellbeing support

Pension and financial wellbeing

Life assurance

EV Schemes

Job summary

Securitas UK in Edinburgh is seeking a Relief Security Officer to join our team. You will be part of a supportive, inclusive unit with access to training, development, and career progression opportunities.

You’ll develop skills across security operations, emergency response, and customer service while helping protect people, property and information.

Qualifications

• A valid SIA licence.
• British national with a valid British passport.
• 5-year UK residency history.
• Right to work in the UK with a checkable history.
• Flexibility to work days, nights and weekends.
• Good English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Active Patrols: Regularly patrol designated areas to detect and deter suspicious activity.
• Thorough Searches: Conduct detailed searches following company policies.
• Detailed Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate records and paperwork.
• Effective Communication: Report incidents and coordinate responses with authorities.
• Exceptional Customer Service: Provide outstanding service to employees, visitors and guests.

Skills

Good communication skills

Flexibility to work shifts

Education

SIA licence

British National with passport

UK residency 5 years

Job description

Location: Edinburgh, UK
Pay: £13.61 per hour
Hours: 36 hours per week - days, nights and weekends.
From day one, you’ll gain access to outstanding Learning and Development opportunities, Mentorship, and a whole load of benefits from big brand discounts to give back schemes!

Grade: 3.2 Relief

See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.

Join Securitas as a Relief Security Officer and help make the world a safer place. Whether you're starting your career in security or bringing existing experience, you'll be part of a supportive, inclusive team with access to training, development, and career progression opportunities.

A Relief Security Officer is a varied role and offers the chance to develop your skills across security operations, emergency response, customer service, and more. Every day is different, and every day you'll make a real difference protecting people, property, and communities.

Before You Apply -This site requires SC (Security Clearance). To be eligible for the clearance, you must:

• Be a British national
• Hold a valid British passport
• Have lived in the UK continuously for the past 5 years

Job Description

You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:

• Active Patrols:Regularly patrol designated areas to detect and deter suspicious activity. Your vigilance will ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone
• Thorough Searches:Conduct detailed searches, following our comprehensive company policies and procedures. Your meticulous attention to detail will help keep our restricted areas safe
• Detailed Record-Keeping:Maintain accurate records and complete necessary paperwork related to security incidents and observations
• Effective Communication:Collaborate with colleagues, supervisors and various external authorities to report incidents and coordinate responses to security issues
• Exceptional Customer Service:Provide outstanding customer service to employees, visitors, and guests with professionalism and courtesy

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.
• Must be a British National with a valid British passport
• Must have lived in the UK for the past 5 years continuously
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends
• Good communication skills in English—both written and spoken

Additional Information

See a different world with Securitas UK

At Securitas, our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness guide everything we do. We believe in making a clear promise to our people:

• Opportunity – Seeing potential in every person
• People – Putting people at the heart of what we do
• Purpose – Making your world a safer place

Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully and is here to support you throughout the process. Whatever the outcome, you'll always hear back from us.

Creating spaces for you to belong

We're proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Through our networks, partnerships and celebrations throughout the year, we're building a culture where differences are valued and people can be themselves.

Ready to see a rewarding world?

From day one, you'll have access to a range of benefits, including:

• Employee discounts with leading global and local brands.
• Health and wellbeing support, 24/7 online GP services.
• Pension and financial wellbeing resources and support.
• Life assurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee eligibility to EV Schemes (Subject to graded benefits).

Join a team that values your contribution, supports your growth and helps you build a rewarding career.