It's knowing you're protecting the community that surrounds you.
It's feeling trusted to deliver to the very highest standards. And it's the pride in protecting an environment of unique historic importance. This is what makes working for the Royal Household exceptional.
As Fire and Security Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in supporting the delivery of fire and security operations at the Palace of Holyroodhouse and its surrounding estate.
Working closely with the Head of Fire and Security and wider team, you’ll help ensure systems and processes and procedures run effectively. From managing security vetting processes and access control systems to supporting the Pass Office and Security Control room, you’ll ensure the smooth and effective running of security and fire functions across the site.
You’ll work collaboratively with colleagues, providing guidance on access requirements, supporting major events and delivering fire safety and security training. In doing so, you’ll help maintain a safe, secure and well managed environment, ensuring the highest standards are upheld at all times.
Key responsibilities
- Provide efficient administrative support to the fire and security operations teams, maintaining systems, records and documentation.
- Support the operation of the Pass Office and Security Control Room as required, ensuring continuity of service.
- Coordinate and administer access control, vetting processes and pass management.
- Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to support safe and secure operations across the estate including different events or functions.
- Deliver fire safety and security training, including inductions and refresher sessions, ensuring staff remain informed and compliant.
- Support the coordination of training requirements across the team, working closely with leadership to identify and address needs.
- Act as a point of contact for fire and security queries, providing guidance and ensuring issues are resolved promptly.
- Contribute to the safe delivery of events and day‑to‑day operations by supporting planning, coordination and compliance with fire and security procedures.
