Security Officer
Meridian Business Support · Edinburgh, Scotland
Security Officer at Meridian Business Support, based in Edinburgh, Scotland, paying £29,731 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- £29,731 per annum
- Location
- Edinburgh, Scotland
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 1 week ago
- Closes
- 21 Aug 2026
- Sector
- Security Officer
40% below the typical rate for security officer
Reference J3284
About the role
We are looking for a Security Officer to join a leading global security company based in East Pilton, Edinburgh (EH5).
As a Security Officer, you will be based at a core site in Edinburgh, responsible for maintaining the safety and security of the premises, staff, and visitors. You will monitor access points, conduct regular patrols, respond to incidents, complete reports, and ensure all site procedures are followed at all times.
We are looking for candidates who hold a valid and in-date SIA Licence along with a full UK driving licence.
Due to the nature of this role, enhanced security screening will be required. This will include a five-year UK residential history check, criminal record checks, financial background screening, and verification of employment and references covering the past five years.
Security Officer: Key responsibilities
PLEASE APPLY ONLINE TODAY and a member of the team will be in touch
Would also suit: Security Guard, Static Security Officer, Mobile Security Officer, Corporate Security Officer, Site Security Officer, Security Officer, Multi-Site Security Officer
Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy
- Salary £29,731.44 per annum (£13.61 per hour)
- Overtime: £20.41 per hour (available on days off)
- 4 on 4 off Shift pattern – Rotating Days and Nights – 07:00 to 19:00 & 19:00 to 07:00
- Permanent role and working on average 42 hours per week
- Benefits: 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), Company pension scheme, Healthcare options, and access to Discount & Offers Platform.
As a Security Officer, you will be based at a core site in Edinburgh, responsible for maintaining the safety and security of the premises, staff, and visitors. You will monitor access points, conduct regular patrols, respond to incidents, complete reports, and ensure all site procedures are followed at all times.
We are looking for candidates who hold a valid and in-date SIA Licence along with a full UK driving licence.
Due to the nature of this role, enhanced security screening will be required. This will include a five-year UK residential history check, criminal record checks, financial background screening, and verification of employment and references covering the past five years.
Security Officer: Key responsibilities
- Monitor site access points and control entry/exit
- Conduct regular site patrols to ensure safety and security
- Respond to incidents and escalate where necessary
- Complete accurate reports and maintain records
- Ensure compliance with all site procedures and security protocols
- Work collaboratively with the wider team and Duty Manager
PLEASE APPLY ONLINE TODAY and a member of the team will be in touch
Would also suit: Security Guard, Static Security Officer, Mobile Security Officer, Corporate Security Officer, Site Security Officer, Security Officer, Multi-Site Security Officer
Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy
Reference: J3284 · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 21 Aug 2026 · Listed via Meridian Business Support
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