Court & Tribunal Security Officer

OCS Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a Security Officer in Edinburgh to ensure the safety and security of the Courts and Tribunal System. This role requires exceptional customer service and security skills, as candidates will monitor premises, assist court users, and respond to security issues. An SIA Licence and relevant experience are essential. The position offers a structured environment that encourages professional growth and development, offering an Attendance Allowance for meeting criteria.

Benefits

Attendance Allowance of £1 per hour

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Right to Work in the UK is required.
• An enhanced DBS and BS7858 security clearance will be completed for successful candidates.
• SIA Licence and relevant security-related experience are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to court users.
• Monitor premises and visitors through CCTV and security checks.
• Patrol and secure access to buildings, communicating via radios.
• Respond to panic alarms in Judges' rooms and courts.
• Record and report security incidents within the complex.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Diligence

Job description

About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role

Days of Working: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00.

Are you passionate about providing exceptional customer service while ensuring safety and security? Join OCS as a Security Officer in the Courts and Tribunal System and be part of a team that values your dedication and professional growth. At OCS, we are committed to being an ‘Employer of Choice’ by investing in our colleagues’ development through funded programs and opportunities to gain qualifications.

Ready to take on this important role and ensure the safety and security of the courts and tribunal system? Apply now and join OCS, where your growth and success are valued!

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service, welcoming and guiding court users.
• Monitoring premises and visitors via CCTV and x‑ray machines, together with other security checks such as using hand‑held metal detectors on court users and bag searches on arrival.
• Patrolling and securing access to buildings and satellite buildings, keeping in contact with the control room with the use of hand‑held radios.
• Responding to panic alarm buttons in Judges' rooms, courts and offices.
• Responding to any security issues within the complex and recording and reporting details of those incidents.

Ideal Candidate Criteria

• Must have Right to Work in the UK.
• An enhanced DBS and BS7858 security clearance will be completed for the successful candidate.
• SIA Licence and relevant security related experience.
• Strong people and customer service skills.
• Good diligence and high standard of work.
• communication skills.

Attendance Allowance of £1 per hour can be earned on contracted hours, subject to meeting certain attendance‑related criteria.

How to Apply

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.