Head of Security and Safeguarding

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Security and Safeguarding to lead their strategy in reducing crime and enhancing security. This pivotal role involves overseeing compliance with statutory duties, managing security budgets, and coordinating with various agencies to foster a safer environment. The position offers an exciting opportunity to influence safety culture while ensuring adherence to regulations. With a competitive salary and benefits like free travel and training support, this role is perfect for a passionate leader committed to making a difference in public safety.

Benefits

Free travel on SWR services for employees

Free leisure travel for family members

75% discount on other train companies

Training and development support

Retail offers

Excellent pension scheme

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience managing large teams.
• Strong knowledge of Crime and Security.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to reduce crime and enhance security compliance.
• Manage security arrangements and oversee GDPR compliance.
• Conduct regular meetings with security agencies to address crime hot-spots.

Skills

Crime Prevention

Security Management

Data Analysis

Leadership

Community Engagement

Education

Degree in Crime Prevention or equivalent

Membership in a professional security organization

Job description

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Client:

FirstGroup

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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About the job

Lead the company's strategy in reducing crime and improving security, including being responsible for the company's statutory and regulatory duties. Accountability for SWR's safeguarding strategy and driving down incidents of workplace violence. Works closely with the Head of Occupational Safety to foster a positive safety culture and leads safety and security training.

Your main responsibilities will be:

1. Lead efforts to reduce crime and enhance security, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory duties.
2. Manage SWR's application of the National Rail Security Programme.
3. Oversee GDPR compliance, acting as Data Control Officer.
4. Coordinate security arrangements across SWR.
5. Collaborate with BTP and other agencies to reduce crime, disorder, and suicides, and improve public confidence.
6. Conduct regular meetings with security agencies to address crime hot-spots and prevent fatalities.
7. Engage with RDG Police & Security group on wider rail security issues.
8. Support management in delivering security briefings.
9. Ensure security compliance and legislation adherence, including CCTV.
10. Manage high-profile security across teams and networks.
11. Develop annual security strategies addressing trespass, vulnerable people, and staff assaults.
12. Implement action plans for issues identified in strategies and emerging concerns.
13. Manage security committees and represent SWR at security and safety meetings.
14. Lead multi-functional projects to improve performance.
15. Maintain security documentation.
16. Manage the security budget.
17. Deliver security training to ensure compliance.
18. Support investigations related to professional standards.
19. Act as Coroners Liaison Officer and represent SWR during coronial processes.
20. Stand in for the Safety and Security Director as needed.

Key Leadership Accountabilities

1. Align business objectives with SWR's vision, fostering a sense of purpose and achievement.
2. Promote a growth-oriented, positive environment, ensuring adherence to policies and guidelines.
3. Act as an ambassador for SWR's values, inspiring others and supporting inclusion and diversity.
4. Motivate and support employees at all levels to perform at their best.
5. Coach and support team development, fostering a positive organisational culture.
6. Ensure ongoing professional development for themselves and their team.

Minimum requirements include:

1. Degree or equivalent experience in Crime Prevention or NPSA qualifications.
2. Membership of a professional security organisation.
3. Senior leadership experience managing large teams.
4. Strong knowledge of Crime and Security.
5. National Security clearance.
6. Experience building positive relationships with communities and stakeholders.
7. Experience analyzing security data.

Desirable skills and knowledge include:

1. Knowledge of railway policing.
2. Understanding of railway security requirements, especially the NRSP.
3. Experience delivering safety and security training.

About the location

SWR HQ is located on the 4th Floor at South Bank Central, near the River Thames and Waterloo station. It is surrounded by attractions, restaurants, and retail, accessible via public transport.

Working pattern

37 hours/week over 5 days, mainly 9-5, with some weekend work for major events and on-call duties.

The Reward

Competitive salary and benefits, including:

• Free travel on SWR services for employees.
• Free leisure travel for family members (criteria apply).
• 75% discount on other train companies.
• Training and development support.
• Retail offers.
• Excellent pension scheme.