Head of Security

STRABAG SE; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000

Job description

If you are an ambitious security professional looking for a new challenge in tunnelling construction and would like to help shape the future of STRABAG, then please read the below job description.

What matters to us

• Experience as a Security Manager on a similar size of project
• Member of ‘The Security Institute’
• Diploma in Security Management (NVQ Level 5) or Security Management Foundation (IQ level 3)
• Experience using relevant technology and equipment (e.g CCTV / Access Control)
• Experience in reporting and emergency response planning
• Excellent knowledge of security protocols and procedures
• Solid understanding of threat analysis and asset protection
• Experience in public speaking and community liaison work
• Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills

Your contribution to our company

• Review and approval of Site Specific Security Plan’s in accordance with the Project Wide Security Plan and Site Access Procedure.
• Ensure all staff are screened in line with the Security Vetting Procedure.
• Management of the Security Services package, monitoring supplier performance and output against agreed budget and KPI’s.
• Regular review of the H&S Management System (HSMS) in conjunction with the Health and Safety leads.
• Preparing and presenting briefings on operational security related matters for the project leadership team.
• Briefing and guidance of the project team, subcontractors, suppliers and 3rd parties on the security plan and procedures.
• Managing a program of regular site assurance inspections.
• Liaising with local enforcing agencies and land-owners to discuss plans against threats and civil unrest.
• Working alongside stakeholders to safeguard common land areas and roads from disruptions and unduly inconveniences.
• Investigating and reporting any breaches, losses or misappropriation of assets to the correct authorities for their actions.
• Driving innovation and the upskilling of the H&S and project team in all security matters and continuous improvement.
• Support the wider Health Safety and Security team in roll out of specific Health and Safety briefings and behavioural change program.

Pre-employment screening is required for this position.

What you stand to gain

We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset – the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our "People. Planet. Progress." strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward – with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040.

This happens after the successful application:

1. Screening of applications – careful review and evaluation of submitted documents
2. Decision, whether to invite an applicant to an interview
3. Getting to know the candidate in a virtual or personal setting – the number of interviews may vary depending on the position
4. Welcome to STRABAG SE– clarifying the offer and the final details regarding the candidate’s entry