Duty Security Manager

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Company Description

Join Our Team as a Duty Security Manager!

The Duty Security Manager role is one of Command, Control, Communication, Coordination and Compliance.

As a Duty Security Manager you will be responsible for the management of the security team deployed on the contract. This includes ownership of contract scheduling, compliance, recruitment, coordination of investigation and disciplinary procedures, absence/performance management and training.

• Working Days: Monday - Friday
• Salary: £42,195.00 per year
• Hours: 50 per week
• Shifts: Monday - Thursday 06:00 - 16:00 & Friday 06:00 - 12:00
• Location: Edinburgh
• SIA essential
• Access to a vehicle or good transport links essential

If you're ready to take on this important role and be part of a professional team, apply today!

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Ensure all personnel under your management have completed the appropriate site training and possess a valid SIA licence or LDN as per industry requirements.
• Accurately roster and forward plan for all direct reporting officers, ensuring sufficient cover for holidays, sickness and absences.
• Maintain positive employee relations by speaking with all staff at least once per month, proactively monitoring performance and implementing coaching, counselling, and investigations as necessary.
• Monitor and manage the appearance and behaviour of all security personnel, taking appropriate remedial action in line with company policy and procedures.
• Actively encourage staff recognition and nominations for awards.
• Report all incidents in compliance with customer and company policies and procedures.
• Assist the branch management team in developing and sharing best practices and using the systems and tools to improve service effectiveness.
• Plan, develop and implement staff training for routine duties and emergency procedures.
• Monitor and report faults with security related equipment correctly.
• Be fully conversant with operations functions, including access control, CCTV, detection and alarm systems ensuring effective monitoring and reporting.
• Participate in company training to improve performance standards.
• Serve as the first point of contact on shift for security related queries, resolving complex issues using experience and knowledge, and referring complaints to the branch management team.
• Assist the branch management team with any reasonable requests.
• Be fully conversant with all fire, emergency and evacuation procedures.
• Have a comprehensive working knowledge of all current security technologies, systems, procedures and supervise the operation.
• Demonstrate understanding and engagement with Securitas Core Values of Integrity, Helpfulness and Vigilance. Whilst showing natural ability to recognise risk within the workplace and consider safety as a priority.

Qualifications

• Must be a UK National
• Must have the ability to be screened to SC clearance standard
• Must have an SIA licence
• CCTV Licence (desirable)
• Competency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Additional Information

• Ability to assist with any other tasks as directed by the branch management team

It's great to see you're considering a career with Securitas UK!
Join our global team of 375,000+ colleagues and help make the world a safer place.

At Securitas, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, and our People Promise:

• Opportunity - We see potential in every person and situation
• People - We open our eyes to all that's good
• Purpose - We make your world a safer place

What You Can Expect
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Diversity & Inclusion - Be Yourself
We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status (guaranteeing interviews for eligible candidates) and recognition as an inclusive employer. We support equality through Employee Networks, the Race at Work Charter, and the Armed Forces Covenant. We also celebrate diversity with events like BSL Week, International Women's Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.

Your Benefits

• Pluxxe - Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending to suit your shopping habits.
• Epassi - Save up to 25% on membership at thousands of gyms, leisure centres, yoga studios, bootcamps and more
• Dental Plans - A range of plans providing support, providing cash back towards everyday dental costs, such as dental examinations, X-rays, and treatment
• HSF Health Plan - Range of healthcare cash plans at highly discounted rates, providing families with peace of mind by getting cash back on everyday medical costs, such as dental check-ups, contact lenses and acupuncture, and by covering unexpected costs.
• Cycle to Work - A super cost-effective way of getting a brand new bike, cycling equipment or both. Save up to 42% of the usual cost and spread the cost over several months from your salary.
• Specsavers - Save money on eye tests and when purchasing spectacles.
• WeCare - A 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more.
• Toothfairy - Online access to advice and guidance, from real UK Dentists.
• Pension Plan - Plan for your financial future by building up a benefit in the Securitas Pension Plan, with the benefit of employer contribution plus tax relief on your contributions.
• My Future Now - Transfer other pension saving into your workplace pension.
• Payroll ISA - An ISA savings account is a great way to meet your longer term personal financial goals.
• Free Mortgage Advice
• Go & Live - Financial Wellbeing Hub
• Death in Service Benefit - Permanent employees are automatically covered for Life Assurance, which would provide a lump sum benefit to your beneficiaries in the unfortunate event of death in service whilst employed by Securitas

Take the Next Step
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