Operations Site Lead Security and FHSE

JR United Kingdom; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology company in Barrow-in-Furness seeks an Operations Site Lead - Security & FHSE to oversee site security and health, safety, and environmental compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of HMG policy and health and safety regulations, with responsibilities including security management, internal assessments, and employee safety support. This position offers comprehensive benefits including flexible working and health insurance.

Benefits

Half day finish on a Friday

25 days holiday per year

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Life Assurance

Flexible health care options

Qualifications

• Experience in health and safety regulatory compliance.
• Ability to prioritize and manage a varied workload.
• Willingness to travel within the UK.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to site security requirements.
• Conduct workplace inspections and maintain safety equipment.
• Support compliance with HSE standards.

Skills

Significant working knowledge of HMG policy

Health and Safety regulatory compliance

Problem solving

Self-motivated

Proactive approach

Education

ISO27001 internal auditor/implementer training

IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate

Tools

DISA Security Controller training

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L3Harris Technologies UK Ltd

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15.08.2025

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29.09.2025

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Operations Site Lead - Security & FHSEJob Title Operations Site Lead Security and FHSEJob Location BarrowJob ID 26880About this opportunity and L3Harris UKFrom 11 UK sites, our team of nearly 1,000 people delivers unique capabilities across space, air, land, sea and cyber for military, security and commercial customers across the UK and worldwide.We have Maritime UK sites across Burgess Hill, Barrow-In-Furness, Bristol and Portchester. Together, we are powering the Royal Navys adoption of autonomous surface vehicle technology as well as delivering autonomous capability to UK ports, harbours and offshore energy service providers.A few of our employee benefits are:

• Half day finish on a Friday
• 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service and with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days
• Private medical insurance with optional family cover
• Pension scheme of up to 7% employer contribution
• Life Assurance 4x salary (flexible up to 10x)
• Group income protection
• Flexible opt-in extras such as a health care cash plan, dental insurance, gym membership, critical illness cover and cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance program providing mental health and wellbeing support
• Professional membership reimbursement (discretionary)

What the role will involveThe responsibilities of your role will include the following:

• Responsible for ensuring the site Security requirements are adhered to for the Barrow site by ensuring compliance with GovS007 and applicable customer and Corporate Security requirements.
• Site Access and Visitor Control
• Control of classified assets in accordance with customer contractual requirements
• Ensure compliance and promote best practice and continuous improvements to all aspects of site and personnel security
• Work collaboratively with the UK Security team on improvement initiatives and security projects
• Conduct internal ISO27001 assessments and support external assessments
• Security Awareness Ensure a high level of security awareness and compliance on the Burgess Hill site in-line with Security Awareness Training Plans, including conducting new starter inductions and bespoke training sessions where applicable
• Security Advice and Support Provide advice and guidance to staff on all physical, personnel and procedural security matters
• Security Incident Management Management of Burgess Hill-based security incidents including containment, internal reporting, actions and lessons learned.
• Deputizing for Security team staff on other sites as required

Facilities, Health, Safety and Environmental Representative responsibilitiesThe HSE Representative supports the MAPPS (UK) Facilities Health, Safety, and Environmental Manager and acts as the main contact for employees on safety, health, and welfare concerns.Key duties include:

• Investigating and resolving employee safety complaints.
• Communicating hazards or concerns to the company via the safety reporting process.
• Conducting workplace inspections, ensuring safety equipment is maintained, and ensuring risk assessments are current and updated with any workplace changes.
• Assisting with audits, reporting and investigation of any incidents, and maintaining HSE documentation.
• Ensuring site inductions and DSE forms are completed.
• Supporting compliance with HSE standards and environmental objectives.
• Promoting training and awareness for site health, safety, and environmental matters.
• Oversees the day-to-day facilities operations of the buildings, co-ordinating all maintenance, repairs, and cleaning of the facility.

What youll bringThe role requires the following experience and skills:

• Significant working knowledge and understanding of HMG policy
• Health and Safety regulatory compliance experience
• Ability to prioritise, problem solve and manage a varied workload
• Ability and willingness to travel within the UK
• Self-motivated, positive and proactive approach essential
• DISA Security Controller and/or Document Control Training
• ISO27001 internal auditor / implementer training or experience
• IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate

Important to knowApplicants who accept a conditional offer of employment must meet the requirement of right to work in the UK and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and will be subject to government security checks.

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