Security Officer

MBDA is a leading defence organisation.  We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

Salary: Circa £27,000 depending on experience 

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus of up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension of maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Paid overtime
• Our enhanced parental leave offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…..
• Excellent career progression and development opportunities

Shift Pattern: Work pattern is subject to shift pattern, consisting of 3 to 4 days of 12 hr shifts - blended as days and nights.

The opportunity!  Security Officer

Interested in joining a diverse and multi-skilled Security Team?

We have an exciting role at our world class, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Bolton, where you will use pioneering security systems to safeguard company intellectual property, production hardware and people!

Your responsibilities will include managing access, operating, and monitoring all security and safety equipment at our Bolton location. You'll also respond to relevant incidents. Daily tasks will involve using a range of security systems including Access Control System, CCTV, Radio Communication Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection systems, among others.

You will be a crucial part of an adept and highly skilled Security team, working in 12-hour shifts doing patrols, securing buildings, handling Control Room operations, responding to emergencies, and acting as the initial incident controller.

What we're looking for from you:

• Ability to undertake shift work, both days and nights, with potential requirement to travel and work at other MBDA UK sites
• Good proven understanding of security/safety processes
• Numeracy and IT skills (Word/Email/PowerPoint/Excel) to facilitate security tasks
• Excellent report writing abilities
• A cooperative, helpful attitude and a composed professional demeanour, when interacting with both internal and external customers
• The ability to perform under pressure, such as in emergency situations, and to adapt when plans change at the last minute.
• A team player who can foster good relationships within the team

You'll become part of a dedicated and driven team in charge of all aspects of physical and procedural Security. The role also provides opportunities for skills development in Document Registry, Cryptographic Material Control, and Electronic Counter Measure roles.

Our Business:

We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential.   MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more…

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), Twitter (@MBDAcareers), Instagram (lifeatMBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.  

Please Note: MBDA UK Limited requires all employees to achieve the required medical and national security clearance for their role. Further restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may also apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

Due to the nature of our business, this particular vacancy requires the applicant as a minimum to be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship and capable of achieving the clearance levels mentioned above.