Security Officer
| Posting date: | 23 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 August 2025 |
| Location: | IV2 7GE |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | ISS Facilities Services |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 146710 |
Summary
Security Officer
Contract: Professional Services, Production & Technology
Location: Inverness, IV2 7GE (covering 2 sites, one in Inverness and one in Nairn)
Hours of work: 42
Working Pattern: Shifts are 6am - 6pm OR 6pm - 6am (rotating shift pattern, repeats every 28 days, includes days, nights and weekends)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hourly Rate: £15.00
We are seeking a reliable and vigilant Security Relief Officer to join our team.
As a key member of our security operations, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding our clients' sites and ensuring the safety of employees, visitors, and assets.
This role is ideal for an outgoing and adaptable individual who thrives on new challenges and enjoys working in different environments. You will receive training to work across a variety of sites, including corporate offices, manufacturing facilities, retail locations, and transport hubs.
The successful candidate will be dependable, flexible, and approachable—a true security professional. If you're looking for guaranteed hours while gaining experience across diverse settings, we’d like to hear from you.
The Role
Responsible for the physical security of client premises
Conduct regular patrols
Respond promptly to alarms and incidents, taking appropriate action
Enforce access control and verify the identity of individuals on-site
Provide excellent customer service by assisting and guiding visitors
Maintain detailed and accurate records of security-related activities
Collaborate with law enforcement and emergency services when necessary
Ensure high standards at all times, maintaining the professional image of ISS
Undertake induction and training as needed
Promote a secure and safe working environment at client sites
About You
Valid SIA licence
Ability to pass security clearances (SC & NPPV2)
5 years minimum residency in the UK
Proven experience in security or related field
Strong observational and communication skills
Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle emergencies effectively
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of security protocols and procedures
Flexibility to work various shifts, including days, nights and weekends
New recruits will be encouraged to enrol onto the relevant apprenticeship as part of their training and development
The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.
Contract: Professional Services, Production & Technology
Location: Inverness, IV2 7GE (covering 2 sites, one in Inverness and one in Nairn)
Hours of work: 42
Working Pattern: Shifts are 6am - 6pm OR 6pm - 6am (rotating shift pattern, repeats every 28 days, includes days, nights and weekends)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hourly Rate: £15.00
We are seeking a reliable and vigilant Security Relief Officer to join our team.
As a key member of our security operations, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding our clients' sites and ensuring the safety of employees, visitors, and assets.
This role is ideal for an outgoing and adaptable individual who thrives on new challenges and enjoys working in different environments. You will receive training to work across a variety of sites, including corporate offices, manufacturing facilities, retail locations, and transport hubs.
The successful candidate will be dependable, flexible, and approachable—a true security professional. If you're looking for guaranteed hours while gaining experience across diverse settings, we’d like to hear from you.
The Role
Responsible for the physical security of client premises
Conduct regular patrols
Respond promptly to alarms and incidents, taking appropriate action
Enforce access control and verify the identity of individuals on-site
Provide excellent customer service by assisting and guiding visitors
Maintain detailed and accurate records of security-related activities
Collaborate with law enforcement and emergency services when necessary
Ensure high standards at all times, maintaining the professional image of ISS
Undertake induction and training as needed
Promote a secure and safe working environment at client sites
About You
Valid SIA licence
Ability to pass security clearances (SC & NPPV2)
5 years minimum residency in the UK
Proven experience in security or related field
Strong observational and communication skills
Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle emergencies effectively
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of security protocols and procedures
Flexibility to work various shifts, including days, nights and weekends
New recruits will be encouraged to enrol onto the relevant apprenticeship as part of their training and development
The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.