Security Guard Jobs in Edinburgh
Looking for security guard jobs in Edinburgh? Register your interest with Citywide Security Company UK to be considered for suitable assignments in Edinburgh city centre and surrounding areas. We welcome reliable, professional security officers who communicate clearly and take pride in protecting people and premises.
Ongoing registration of interest: This page builds our local recruitment pool. It does not advertise a confirmed immediate vacancy or guarantee work, hours or a start date. We will contact suitable applicants when an assignment matches their experience, licence and availability.
Security Work in Edinburgh
Depending on client requirements, opportunities may involve corporate reception, hotels, retail premises and event venues. Individual assignments may offer day, night, weekend or relief shifts. The site, duties, pay rate, hours, employment or engagement terms and start date will be confirmed before you accept any work.
Include the areas of Edinburgh you can cover and any hotel, reception or event experience. Tell us about evening and weekend availability as well as your normal weekday schedule.
Typical Security Officer Responsibilities
- Control access and check visitors in line with site instructions.
- Carry out agreed patrols and remain alert to safety or security concerns.
- Keep accurate incident reports, daily records and handover notes.
- Communicate courteously with visitors, staff, contractors and residents.
- Respond calmly to incidents and follow the site’s escalation procedures.
What We Look For
- A current SIA licence appropriate to the duties of the assignment.
- The right to work in the UK, subject to verification before engagement.
- Dependability, professional presentation and clear spoken and written communication.
- Relevant experience, or a clear explanation of transferable skills and training.
- The ability to carry out the assignment’s essential duties, with reasonable adjustments where appropriate.
Any additional licence, training, first-aid, screening or driving requirements will be explained for the relevant assignment. Driving is only required where the role itself involves driving.
Register for Security Guard Work in Edinburgh
Complete the application form below and upload your CV in PDF, DOC or DOCX format. Include a cover letter at the beginning of the same document as your CV, with your SIA licence type and expiry date clearly stated. Your cover letter should also include:
- Your SIA licence type and expiry date.
- Your relevant security experience and training.
- Your preferred shifts, available days and earliest start date.
- Your postcode area, travel radius and transport availability.
- Whether you have the right to work in the UK.
Please do not upload passport copies, bank details or other identity documents at this stage. If you apply for more than one location, explain your preferred base and other areas you can cover.
What Happens Next?
We review registrations against assignment requirements and contact suitable applicants for the next steps. Registration is free. Before any placement, we will confirm the role and complete the relevant checks. If your availability changes, please contact us so that your details remain useful.
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