Site Security Officer - East-Space & Security_S&S

Site Security Officer
Full-time, Permanent 
Bordon, Oakhanger
Salary: Competitive plus benefits 

Serco is looking for a Site Security Officer to support the Security Manager to achieve all contractual compliance activities. Provide the day to day management of 13 employees in accordance with Serco SMS policies & standards, GSOPs CSOPs DSOPs and all Skynet LOPs. Comply with Serco Management Systems: Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental Policies and Standardsfuture contracts.

Main Accountabilities:

• The provision/management of physical security.
• Ensure employees are aware of the current security regulations and/or level of Security State alerts.
• The management and supervision of 13 employees within your team.
• Provide input into the development of processes & procedures.
• Ensure employees compete training as identified in the training matrix.
• Assist with security exercises and provide feedback on the outcome.
• Ensure your team have the appropriate resources required to carry out their duties.
• Ensure return to work interviews are completed in accordance with the Serco Absence Management Policy.
• Ensure all East Security employees hold a current Security Industry Authority (SIA) licence and welfare; first aid and training requirements are managed in accordance with the SIA Approved Contractor Scheme requirements.
• Ensure all security employees are First Aid qualified.
• Ensuring Security Staff Performance reviews (My Catchup) are completed.
• In line with KPI requirements, carry out PM documentation and maintain records.
• Oversite of the site key and document registries, including document control, dispatches and destructions; provide training and assistance were necessary.
• Carry out combination changes in line with current security requirements and document.
• Ensure departments reports are completed at all levels and provide contractual KPI information to the Security Manager.
• Ensure the physical security measures in place are checked weekly and all faults reported immediately.
• Ensure site security upgrades & maintenance are carried out to a satisfactory specification and staff have been given any necessary training.
• Work in close liaison with onsite customer security lead.
• Assisting in the formalisation of security procedures.
• Give on-site security briefings & advice.
• Authorising the production of Access Control Cards and the maintenance of records.
• In liaison with the contract Vetting & Access Co-Ordinator Access Controller assist in the vetting process by acting as the focal on-site point of contact and assisting in their absence.
• Ensure Workplace Inspections are carried out as requested by any of the security or H&S management chain.
• At site level, liaise with Local Security Services (Civilian Police, Ministry of Defence Police & CTSA) to ensure appropriate emergency response procedures are in place.
• Any other duties as detailed by the Security manager

What you will need to do the role:

• Previous experience within a Secure Area environment
• An understanding of GovS 007 & JSP440 documents or similar experience.
• In-depth knowledge of MOD procedures relating to document controls, classifications, handling, transport, storage and destruction of Protectively Marked Assets.
• Experienced manager and/or senior supervisor.
• A proven track record in leading team.
• Experience of working in a customer focused environment
• Computer literacy, conversant with the MS Office Professional Software
• suite or similar integrated software packages.
• Excellent oral and writing interpersonal skills
• Full UK Driving License.

What we offer:

Salary:  salaries with annual reviews
Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
Holidays: 25 days annual leave
Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres
Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community
Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme

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At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. As a proud Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard, disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. 

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