Physical Security Manager UK & Nordics

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Ludgate Circus; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual performance bonus

25 days holiday

Pension scheme 9%+ contributions

Private medical insurance

Personal Accident insurance

Group Income protection

Group Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Hitachi Rail Limited seeks an experienced Physical Security Manager to lead security across the UK and Nordic regions. The role focuses on risk assessment, security planning, audits and incident investigations, with travel across sites from Scotland to Plymouth and occasional Nordic travel.

You will work within the Global Physical Security Competence Centre to safeguard critical assets and ensure governance.

Qualifications

• Experience in Physical Security, Asset Protection or related role.
• Experience conducting threat, vulnerability and risk assessments.
• Experience developing and implementing security plans and mitigation strategies.
• Knowledge of physical security systems, access control and security operations.
• Experience undertaking compliance reviews, audits and security evaluations.
• Strong incident investigation and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills to influence stakeholders across teams.
• Experience managing third-party security suppliers and contracts.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly.
• Desirable experience in rail, transportation, infrastructure, manufacturing or critical national infrastructure environments.
• Military, law enforcement or corporate security background beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead physical security activities across UK and Nordic assets.
• Conduct threat, vulnerability and risk assessments across sites.
• Develop, maintain and review site Security Plans with appropriate controls.
• Deliver security reviews, audits and compliance assessments.
• Investigate security incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Support bid teams by providing security expertise for opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement with physical and digital security solutions.
• Oversee security systems, access control and service providers.
• Build strong relationships with site leaders and external partners.
• Share best practice and contribute to global security standards.

Skills

Physical security management

Threat & risk assessment

Security planning

Audits & compliance

Incident investigation

Stakeholder engagement

Vendor management

Travel readiness

Rail/critical infrastructure security

Education

Level 5 Diploma or higher in Security Management

Tools

Access control systems

Security systems monitoring

Security governance frameworks

Job description

Location: London, London, United Kingdom Job ID: R0126210 Date Posted: 2026-10-14 Company Name: HITACHI RAIL LIMITED Profession (Job Category): Other Job Schedule: Full time Work Arrangement: Hybrid

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there's something for everyone to get stuck into. And that's where you come in.

Job Description

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. At Hitachi Rail, our people are helping to create safer, smarter and more sustainable transportation networks around the world. From major rail depots and manufacturing facilities to corporate offices and critical infrastructure, security plays a vital role in protecting our people, assets and operations. We are looking for an experienced Physical Security Manager to lead physical security activities across our UK and Nordic locations. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a diverse asset portfolio, spanning rail depots, maintenance facilities, production sites, offices and operational locations. Working as part of our global Physical Security Competence Centre, you'll play a key role in safeguarding critical infrastructure while helping shape security best practice across the business.

Your New Role As Physical Security Manager - UK & Nordics

you will be responsible for the management, assessment and continuous improvement of physical security measures across Hitachi Rail sites throughout the region. The role is predominantly UK-focused, supporting sites from Scotland to Plymouth, whilst also maintaining oversight of our Nordic locations. You'll work closely with site stakeholders, operational teams and the wider Security Competence Centre to identify risks, implement security improvements and ensure compliance with security standards and governance requirements. This is a varied and highly visible role combining security risk management, site assessments, audits, investigations, bid support and stakeholder engagement. This role can be based from one of our UK sites. Travel is a significant aspect of the position, with regular visits required to locations throughout the UK, from Scotland to Plymouth. Approximately 90% of the role will focus on UK operations, with occasional travel to Nordic locations, typically once or twice per year.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead physical security activities across Hitachi Rail assets throughout the UK and Nordics.
• Conduct threat, vulnerability and risk assessments across a diverse portfolio of operational and corporate sites.
• Develop, maintain and review site Security Plans, ensuring appropriate controls are in place.
• Deliver security reviews, audits and compliance assessments to ensure alignment with company standards and industry requirements.
• Investigate physical security incidents, identify root causes and implement corrective actions to reduce future risk.
• Support business development and bid teams by providing security expertise for customer opportunities and tender submissions.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing innovative physical and digital security solutions.
• Oversee security systems, access control arrangements and security service providers across multiple locations.
• Build strong relationships with site leaders, operational teams, external partners and security providers.
• Share best practice and contribute to the development of global physical security standards and governance.
• Provide support during security incidents and emergency situations as required.

About You

You'll be a proactive security professional who enjoys balancing strategic planning with operational delivery. Comfortable working independently and travelling extensively, you'll be confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels and influencing positive security outcomes across a complex geographical portfolio.

You'll likely bring:

• Previous experience in a Physical Security, Asset Protection, Security Management or related role.
• Strong experience conducting threat, vulnerability and risk assessments.
• Experience developing and implementing security plans and mitigation strategies.
• Knowledge of physical security systems, access control and security operations.
• Experience undertaking compliance reviews, audits and security evaluations.
• Strong incident investigation and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across operational, technical and leadership teams.
• Experience managing third- party security suppliers and contracts.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly.
• Desirable Experience within rail, transportation, infrastructure, manufacturing or critical national infrastructure environments.
• Previous military, law enforcement or corporate security background.
• Understanding of how cyber threats can impact physical security environments.
• Level 5 Diploma (or higher) in Security Management or equivalent qualification.

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Potential opportunity for annual performance related bonus
• 25 days holiday
• Pension scheme with contributions up to 9%
• Private medical insurance
• Personal Accident insurance
• Group Income protection
• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme

We also offer additional perks for you to choose from within a flexible plan that will meet your specific needs and lifestyle.

We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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