Security Controller
| Posting date: | 05 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.98 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 March 2026 |
| Location: | EH12 9SB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | ISS Facilities Services |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 152240 |
Summary
Security Controller
Contract: Banking
Location: Edinburgh, EH12 9SB
Hours of work: 44
Working Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (06:00-18:00) and (18:00-06:00)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hourly Rate: £12.98
Are you passionate about safety and delivering a great customer experience?
We are looking to recruit an experienced and motivated individual for the position of Security Controller within a prestigious Banking facility.
Job Overview
This role plays a vital part in maintaining the safety, security, and smooth operation of the site. The successful candidate will operate as a Security Controller, combining both on-the-ground security duties and control room responsibilities.
As a high-profile environment, the position requires a consistently professional approach and the ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, local management, and partner organisations.
The role operates on a four-on/four-off shift pattern, covering both day and night shifts:
06:00-18:00
18:00-06:00
Due to the shift pattern, a high level of flexibility and commitment is essential.
The Role
Reporting all incidents and occurrences accurately and promptly to Security Management.
Conducting patrols as required or in accordance with Assignment Instructions (AIs).
Delivering a high standard of customer service, working in partnership with clients, colleagues, and other service providers.
Undertaking additional duties appropriate to the nature and grade of the role, as required.
Ensuring full compliance with all reasonable management instructions and site procedures.
Managing access control in line with site processes, authorisations, and security protocols.
Monitoring and operating CCTV systems within a control room environment, identifying and responding to suspicious activity.
Coordinating responses to incidents, alarms, emergencies, and other security-related events.
Maintaining accurate logs, records, and reports in a timely and professional manner.
Providing support to visitors, contractors, and staff with security-related enquiries and guidance.
About You
Previous experience in a security role.
A valid SIA Front Line licence in Security Guarding, Door Supervision, or Close Protection is required (CCTV licence desirable).
Knowledge and experience of security systems, including CCTV, access control, and related technologies.
Excellent attention to detail, with a consistent and professional approach to all duties.
Strong teamwork and customer service skills, with the ability to engage confidently with staff, visitors, and clients.
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: Banking
Location: Edinburgh, EH12 9SB
Hours of work: 44
Working Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (06:00-18:00) and (18:00-06:00)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hourly Rate: £12.98
Are you passionate about safety and delivering a great customer experience?
We are looking to recruit an experienced and motivated individual for the position of Security Controller within a prestigious Banking facility.
Job Overview
This role plays a vital part in maintaining the safety, security, and smooth operation of the site. The successful candidate will operate as a Security Controller, combining both on-the-ground security duties and control room responsibilities.
As a high-profile environment, the position requires a consistently professional approach and the ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, local management, and partner organisations.
The role operates on a four-on/four-off shift pattern, covering both day and night shifts:
06:00-18:00
18:00-06:00
Due to the shift pattern, a high level of flexibility and commitment is essential.
The Role
Reporting all incidents and occurrences accurately and promptly to Security Management.
Conducting patrols as required or in accordance with Assignment Instructions (AIs).
Delivering a high standard of customer service, working in partnership with clients, colleagues, and other service providers.
Undertaking additional duties appropriate to the nature and grade of the role, as required.
Ensuring full compliance with all reasonable management instructions and site procedures.
Managing access control in line with site processes, authorisations, and security protocols.
Monitoring and operating CCTV systems within a control room environment, identifying and responding to suspicious activity.
Coordinating responses to incidents, alarms, emergencies, and other security-related events.
Maintaining accurate logs, records, and reports in a timely and professional manner.
Providing support to visitors, contractors, and staff with security-related enquiries and guidance.
About You
Previous experience in a security role.
A valid SIA Front Line licence in Security Guarding, Door Supervision, or Close Protection is required (CCTV licence desirable).
Knowledge and experience of security systems, including CCTV, access control, and related technologies.
Excellent attention to detail, with a consistent and professional approach to all duties.
Strong teamwork and customer service skills, with the ability to engage confidently with staff, visitors, and clients.
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.