Address Vacancy: Area Security Manager - UK South East
Location: Royston, UK
Job Family: Security
As the Area Security Manager you will have security responsibilities across JM sites in the south of the UK to support the respective businesses to achieve their operational and commercial objectives across a complex, regulated and a high security risk environment.
This is a senior security management position within the UK and reports direct to the Global Head of Security Operations. This position has domestic security accountabilities within the south of the UK and leads the local implementation of the Group Security Standards and site contract management for technical and physical security services.
Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 250 organisation, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specialising in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals and process technology. With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 12,600 people. We have more 200 years of success behind us; be part of the next stage of our growth journey and help maintain our reputation as one of the most admired organisations in our field. Our unique culture and people give us competitive advantage and will ensure our success for years to come. You can be part of that success story.
Your responsibilities:
- Implements security strategy for the UK south area of JM operations and ensures alignment with global regional strategy, sector and regional business needs. Ensures effective deployment of the strategy, working through site leadership and security teams.
- Ensures effective delivery of technical and physical security contracts in support of business operations in the UK South Region. Responsibility for ensuring efficiencies are identified and value is continuously delivered in order to reduce security risk at sites.
- Maintains a strong understanding of national risks and security regulations; identifies significant security risks in the UK related to the business operations; supports the design and implementation of programs to prevent and reduce loss of assets.
- Communicates site security performance metrics and associated reporting with the Global Security Team, Sectors, executive leadership and regional staff. Identifies and drives improvements
- Leads security investigations at sites within the UK south region and in conjunction with wider team, review and update of Group Security Policies, procedures and guidance documents and Responsible for ensuring that security measures and controls outlined in the Group Security Standards are maintained and delivered by internal and external stakeholders (JM and 3rd Party staff).
- Develop key liaisons with external agencies such as law enforcement, customs and excise, intelligence agencies and industry groups such as IPMI and IPA to ensure that security threats to the business are known.
Requirements for the role:
- Vocational qualification such as ASIS CPP, CSMP
- Extensive experience working as a Security Manager within a multi-national corporation
- Extensive experience addressing security risks/threats, compiling comprehensive and accurate reports and implementing approved mitigation measures in office settings, supply chains and industrial/manufacturing facilities
- Thorough knowledge of the design, implementation and management of integrated physical, technical and procedural security controls
- Strong EHS knowledge, ideally IOSH or NEBOSH certified
- A focus on quality and an attention to detail with strong problem solving and analytical skills & concise report writing skills.
How you will be rewarded:
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 25 days annual leave (varies for shift-based roles).
At JM, an inclusive culture is integral to our values and ambitions for the future. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career. Welcoming everyone to JM, regardless of their unique characteristics, experiences or thoughts allows us to bring many different voices and experiences together to tackle the world's biggest challenges. Being truly inclusive means that all colleagues feel valued for their differences, views and contributions, and feel a sense of belonging at JM.
Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on part time, job share and flexible working patterns.
Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks; early application is advised.
For any queries or should you have any accessibility requirements, please contact
GlobalRecruit@matthey.com
who will work with you to implement suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are treated in the strictest of confidence and we would appreciate your feedback to ensure we can provide an accessible and enjoyable recruitment process. How to apply:
If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.
If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.
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