NHS GRAMPIAN
Security Officer - Band 4
NHS Grampian is looking to recruit a suitably skilled and experienced individual to join the Security Team.
Based within the Facilities Sector, this team plays a key role in ensuring the ongoing safety and security of patients, staff and visitors across a range of NHS Grampian premises in Aberdeen City.
Based at Foresterhill Campus, the service operates on a 24/7 basis, working a mix of day and night shifts, and are responsible for carrying out a range of duties from routine site patrols to dealing with incidents of violence and aggression where there is a need to carry out control and restraint.
Hours: 37 hours per week
Applicants for the post must be educated to HND Level or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience working in a similar Security, Police or military role.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential to be able to carry out the role safely. Must have the ability to carry out aspects of the role.
Must have a good working knowledge of PC based applications.
A current full UK manual driving licence is essential.
Post may close early due to volume of applications.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 26th August 2025
Informal enquiries are welcome and should be directed to Steven Lamb, Security Team Leader by telephone on 01224 552945, or via e-mail to steven.lamb1@nhs.scot
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
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NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.
As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.
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