Security Lead

Sodexo Group; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Are you ready to take the helm of a dynamic security team, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of staff, students, and visitors?

The University of Greenwich is seeking a proactive and diligent Security Campus Lead to oversee our security operations at the Greenwich Campus. This pivotal role combines strategic oversight and hands-on management, ensuring that our campuses remain safe, secure, and welcoming.

As the Security Campus Lead, you will be the cornerstone of our security efforts, working closely with the Facilities Management & Workplace Experience Manager to deliver top-tier security services. You'll have the autonomy to shape the security landscape, from enhancing operational procedures to leading an adept team committed to excellence. With a focus on maintaining high standards and fostering a secure environment, this position is not just a job—it's a commitment to safeguarding a vibrant academic community.

If you are a seasoned security professional with a passion for excellence and a knack for effective team management, we encourage you to apply and help us keep the University of Greenwich a safe space for innovation and learning.

Working Pattern: Regular Monday through Friday schedule, with the expectation to conduct out-of-hours welfare checks as needed.

What you’ll do:

• Security incidents dealt with in an appropriate and timely manner in accordance with site policy and procedure.
• Assignment instructions are relevant and adhered to in all situations.
• Standard operating procedures are relevant and adhered to in all situations.
• Security concerns highlighted, addressed, and discussed with management.
• All internal and external reports required are completed in a timely and accurate way.
• Effective monitoring of communications systems.
• Company and client policy and procedure adhered to.

What you bring:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the security industry including SIA licensing regulations.
• High levels of integrity and resilience.
• Ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• Must be a competent people manager with excellent people skills.
• Confident at building client and stakeholder relations.
• Clear and concise communication skills.
• Extremely flexible and can-do attitude.
• Demonstrable experience to drive first-class security services across the campus ensuring the safety of staff, students, and visitors.
• Must have an awareness of working within SLA’s and KPI’s.
• Knowledge and experience of CCTV systems and associated licensing.
• Must have working knowledge of GDPR.
• A great eye for detail with excellent report writing skills.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Mental Health Support: Unlimited access to an online platform for mental health and wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance: Access to support for everyday challenges, including legal and financial advice.
• Health & Wellbeing App: Enjoy a free app with rewards for healthy living, plus 24/7 virtual GP access.
• Discounts & Financial Benefits: Exclusive deals through the Sodexo Discounts Scheme, alongside insights and savings via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Retirement Planning: Join the Sodexo Retirement Plan to secure your future.
• Death in Service Benefit: Protection for your loved ones in the event of your passing while employed.
• Career Development: Opportunities for growth through a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote a healthier lifestyle while helping the environment.
• Volunteering Opportunities: Engage in meaningful community support initiatives.
• Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy a dynamic workplace with competitive compensation.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

About the Company

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations, and Origins.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Salary Competitive + Excellent benefits package

Frequency Annual

Job Reference SDX/TP/SR259740-1/SU

Contract Type Permanent – Full Time

Closing Date 20 April, 2025

Job Category Security

Business Unit UK Universities

Location London, United Kingdom

No. of positions 1

Place of work Site based Site name UoG, Greenwich campus, Old Royal Naval College, Park Row, London SE10 9LS