Regional Security Manager Europe (EUCE, EUW)

Lafarge Africa Plc; Zug; Hybrid; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized childcare and paid parental

Professional development

Discounts and perks

Long-service awards

Employee referral bonus

Pension and savings

Company gifts for special occasions

Job summary

Holcim is seeking a Regional Security Manager Europe to oversee security operations across the EU region from the Zug base. You will drive governance, risk management, and incident response while coordinating with country security leaders and external partners.

The role emphasizes crisis management, regional training, and building resilience across the Europe region. Fluency in English plus French or German is expected, with international travel of 30%+.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Military or law enforcement experience is a plus.
• Certified Protection Professional (CPP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as Group Security and Resilience liaison manager with country security managers/coordinators, country CEOs, and EUCE/EUW Heads.
• Drive consistent implementation of Security & Resilience governance in Europe (EUCE/EUW).
• Assist country teams with governance implementation and improvements.
• Provide expert guidance on proactive security risk management to protect people, assets, and reputation.
• Deliver and support security training and awareness programs regionally.
• Maintain regional situational awareness for informed decision-making.
• Develop relationships with governments, authorities, and private security providers.
• Oversee regional security operations to align with corporate standards.
• Monitor KPIs and risk issues; ensure transparency and accountability.
• Advise leadership on security strategy, response plans, and risk initiatives.
• Support in responding to security incidents and crises.

Skills

Security governance

Crisis management

Risk assessment

Incident response

Multinational risk management

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Military or law enforcement experience (plus)

Certified Protection Professional (CPP) (plus)

Job description

Regional Security Manager Europe (EUCE, EUW)

Requisition ID: 17074

Location: Zug, CH, 6300

Holcim is the leading partner for sustainable construction, creating value across the built environment from infrastructure and industry to buildings. Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Holcim has more than 48,000 employees in 45 attractive markets - across Europe, Latin America, Asia, Middle East & Africa. Holcim offers high-value end-to-end Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundations and flooring to roofing and walling - powered by premium brands including ECOPlanet, ECOPact, and ECOCycle®. Find out more atwww.holcim.com

Role overview

The Regional Security Manager is responsible for managing and advancing Holcim’s Security operations across the region. This position ensures the protection of Holcim’s employees, assets, ecosystem, and reputation against security risks, including criminal and malicious acts. The role involves overseeing the implementation of security policies and frameworks in the region, driving performance improvements, and fostering a culture of security awareness throughout the organization. The Regional Security Manager will play a key role in crisis management and regional security incident response, supporting Holcim’s goal to be a leader in safety, resilience, and security within the building materials industry.

Key Responsibilities

1. Security & Resilience governance related responsibilities:

Act as Group Security and Resilience liaison manager with the country security managers/coordinators (CSM/CSC), the country CEOs, and the Heads of Central and East Europe (EUCE) or West Europe (EUW).

Drive the consistent implementation of Holcim’s Security & Resilience governance in the Europe (EUCE or EUW) region.

Assist the CSM/CSC with the implementation and continuous improvement of Holcim’s Security & Resilience governance in their country.

Provide expert guidance to the business in the proactive management of security risks, ensuring the protection of people, assets, and reputation.

Deliver and support training and awareness programs to embed a culture of security and resilience in the region.

Maintain regional situational awareness, including internal and external risk assessments, to inform business decision-making.

Develop and maintain relationships with governments, authorities, international agencies, and private security providers.

2. Crisis Management and Incident Response:

Oversee and coordinate regional security operations to ensure they are aligned with corporate standards and respond effectively to security incidents.

Oversee the monitoring and reporting of security incidents, KPIs, and risk issues to ensure transparency and accountability.

Oversee corrective actions for performance gaps and ensure the implementation of improvement plans.

Advise regional leadership and country teams on security strategy, response plans, and risk management initiatives.

Support in responding to security incidents and crises.

Has delegated authority to initiate first-response measures in regional security incidents, in line with Group protocols.

Engage with public authorities, private sector partners, and external stakeholders during crises to ensure coordinated response efforts.

Required Skills & Qualifications

1. Specific work experience:

At least 10 years of experience in senior management roles within security, focusing on the protection of assets and crisis management.

Proven experience in the manufacturing, industrial, or construction sectors is preferred.

Experience working in a regional, complex organizational structure, dealing with multi-national risks and operations.

Expertise in corporate security frameworks, risk management, and incident response strategies.

Strong understanding of security technologies, including threat detection, and crisis communication tools.

2. Other skills:

Results-oriented, with a focus on exceeding goals and continuously improving security practices.

Strong interpersonal skills to foster collaboration across functions, regions, and external stakeholders.

High ethical standards aligned with Holcim’s values, demonstrating transparency, trustworthiness, and integrity.

Level of education/qualifications normally required

Bachelor's Degree

Military or law enforcement experience is a plus

Certified Protection Professional (CPP) is a plus

Fluent in English and French or German.

Any other language of the region is a plus.

Mobility requirements

International travel is required (at least. 30%) for regional security coordination, crisis management, and stakeholder engagements

• Family Support: Subsidized childcare and paid maternity/paternity leave
• Professional Growth: Company-sponsored training and professional development.
• Discounts and Perks: Subsidized meals, exclusive discounts, and company gifts for special occasions.
• Long-service awards
• Employee referral bonus
• Pension and Savings: Access to a comprehensive pension fund and an employee savings scheme.

Holcim is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We support equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, national origin, gender, sexuality, disability, or age.