Role Purpose
Provide a visible, proactive and reassuring presence within the BID area, supporting businesses, employees, visitors and stakeholders through engagement, patrols, intelligence gathering, crime prevention activity and public realm reporting.
A day in the life of a BID Ranger:
Patrolling BID locations, visiting businesses, providing reassurance, identifying issues, reporting incidents, gathering intelligence, supporting BID initiatives and working alongside partner agencies.
Public Engagement & Customer Service
- Build positive relationships with businesses, visitors, and members of the public.
- Visit businesses regularly to offer reassurance and maintain effective working relationships.
- Provide advice and guidance regarding crime, anti-social behavior and community safety concerns.
- Promote BID initiatives and activities.
- Act as a friendly and approachable ambassador for the BID and Lodge Security.
Patrol & Community Safety
- Provide a visible, proactive, and reassuring presence throughout the BID area.
- Identify, investigate, deter, and report crime and anti-social behaviour.
- Support coordinated operations targeting hotspot locations and emerging issues.
- Work with businesses and partners to improve community safety.
Intelligence & Reporting
- Use approved electronic reporting systems to record incidents, intelligence and activity.
- Submit accurate intelligence relating to crime, anti-social behaviour and community concerns.
- Record KPI information and business engagement activity.
- Ensure all reports are accurate, professional and submitted on time.
Public Realm & Environmental Reporting
- Identify and report graffiti, litter, fly-tipping, damaged signs and broken street furniture.
- Help ensure the BID area remains welcoming, attractive and safe.
- Report environmental concerns to the appropriate agencies or BID teams.
Partnership Working
- Work closely with BID partners, businesses, Police, Local Authorities and outreach services.
- Support community initiatives, events and partnership operations.
- Ensure appropriate information sharing with relevant agencies and stakeholders.
Frontline BID Responsibilities
- Support businesses, employees and visitors through engagement and reassurance.
- Always maintain professional standards.
- Support BID objectives and local improvement initiatives.
Person Profile
Essential
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic IT skills and ability to use reporting platforms.
- Ability to build effective working relationships with businesses and partners.
- Confident working independently and as part of a team.
- Positive, proactive and solution-focused attitude.
- SIA Security Guarding or Door Supervisor Licence.
Desirable
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Experience within a BID, security or community safety environment.
- Previous law enforcement or public-facing experience.
Success Measures & KPIs
- Accurate incident and intelligence reporting.
- Positive feedback from businesses and stakeholders.
- Completion of patrol and engagement objectives.
- Contribution to BID safety and environmental improvement goals.
Working Requirements
Prepared to work outdoors, on varied shifts and operate across designated BID locations
Our Values
Human β putting people first through education, empowerment and care.
United β building strong partnerships through collaboration and teamwork.
Grounded β acting with integrity, accountability and professionalism.
Dynamic β embracing innovation, adaptability and continuous improvement.
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BID Team Member β Baker Street employer: Lodge Service
Lodge Security is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and family-oriented work culture in the heart of Edinburgh. With a focus on career growth and customer service excellence, employees benefit from clear progression paths and the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that values professionalism and teamwork. Joining Lodge Security means being part of a growing business with exciting partnerships, ensuring a rewarding and meaningful employment experience.