Section Manager

G4S Global; Harlow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security solutions company in Harlow is seeking a Section Manager to oversee cash transportation. This role involves managing resources efficiently to meet contractual obligations and improve branch profitability. The ideal candidate should hold a valid UK driver’s license and demonstrate strong management skills. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within the company. Join a dedicated team committed to security and community service.

Benefits

Five weeks paid holiday

Paid overtime

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Flexible working policies

Health Cash Plans

Corporate perks and discounts

Training and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Valid UK driver's licence required.
• Ability to communicate confidently in written and spoken English.
• Strong people management skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage resources and work processes effectively.
• Brief colleagues and maintain contact with customers.
• Provide operational cover during weekends as required.

Skills

Management Skills

Communication Skills

Numeracy

Flexibility

Analytical Skills

IT Ability

Education

Degree or equivalent

Job description

G4S (now part of Allied Universal) is the largest secure solutions company in the world and one of Britain's top Employers. Our Cash Management Solutions business has expertise in secure logistics and payment services including cash and valuables transportation, cash processing, ATM and cash centre outsourcing, secure storage and retrieval, and merchant services.

As an employee of G4S Cash Solutions each role will have specific responsibilities for the identification, management, and control of risk in order to safeguard the business, staff, customers, assets, and reputation. Every G4S employee has a role to play in understanding and supporting the business in embedding effective risk management controls and assurance and will be integral to the effectiveness and success of G4S.

Main Purpose of Job

Join G4S as a Section Manager in Harlow and you will become part of a well-trained tight-knit team providing an essential cash transportation service to the local community. You will also earn a great salary and excellent benefits.

As a Section Manager in our cash transportation team you will be at the very heart of our operation. Your primary responsibility will be to manage the resources and work processes cost‑effectively and efficiently to ensure that the contractual obligations to the customer are achieved, continually contributing to the monitoring and improvement of branch profitability and security.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

The Role

To successfully achieve this you’ll brief colleagues on operational and company matters at least once a month and ensure that regular 1:1 and training reviews are completed. You’ll also maintain day‑to‑day contact (i.e. face‑to‑face or telephone) with customers and staff and provide operational weekend cover as per the duty roster as well as operational cover in other areas as required. You’ll also need to:

• Be available to provide cover out of hours and on weekends where required and carry out other duties as directed by your line manager within your level of competence.
• Ensure all team members are adequately trained for their job and that all progress interviews and TDRs are completed as necessary.
• Manage the completion of accident forms and ensure that absence management processes are implemented, including dealing with TU Representative on day‑to‑day issues.
• Ensure customer briefings and site surveys are completed as necessary and advise customers and Customer Support of late running trips.
• Undertake other duties that may reasonably be assigned to you by your line manager or the business.

Person Specification

So what makes a successful Section Manager

To succeed as a Section Manager you will need to hold a valid UK driver’s licence and be confident when communicating with customers and colleagues in both written and spoken English. An appropriate level of numeracy is also very important and you will be adept at following specific procedures and instructions and be able to work to tight deadlines. We ideally seek candidates who are highly motivated self‑starters with strong people management skills and good IT ability. You must be:

• Analytical with the ability to work on your own initiative.
• Flexible in your approach to hours of working.
• Capable of working independently but also as part of a wider team.

It is desirable that candidates are:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• Have good knowledge of the Logistics or Transport industry.
• Possess a good working understanding of the ATM / Cash in Transit Operation.

Benefits

In addition to a culture that believes in promoting from within we offer five weeks paid holiday and paid overtime as well as the following benefits:

• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Flexible working policies
• We Care – providing 24/7 access to online GP mental health support and virtual wellbeing
• HSF – Health Cash Plans
• Corporate perks and discounts (Perks @ Work and Home)
• Payroll Giving
• Training and Development Opportunities (inc Apprenticeships in England)

Security Criteria

We also have some specific security criteria that you will need to meet:

• You must be able to pass a criminal record check as well as a personal credit and ID check.
• You’ll need to provide a 10‑year employment/unemployment/educational history that we can check and verify.
• You will need to be prepared to undergo airport‑style searches when entering and leaving our premises and be comfortable working within a secure warehouse environment.

This role will be subject to a medical review which may include a medical assessment with occupational health. We will provide all the training and support to help you progress as a key member of our world‑class team.

G4S Cash Solutions (UK) Ltd is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees feel respected and able to give their best and is proud to be an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer.

We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of age, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process please do not hesitate to contact us.

What do our employees say about working for G4S?

I joined G4S because I thought it would be good for my career progression and a very interesting job. The application and recruitment process was very easy, quick, and the trainers were very helpful. I would definitely recommend G4S to anyone looking for work.

The company provides all the training they think I need, so that I have the right skills for the job I do.

I’m from Hong Kong and everyone treats me like family here. Everyone is very nice and very friendly and I’m very happy here. I’m excited to start something new and different with new challenges.

I’ve already recommended G4S to a friend of mine!

G4S is the International business of Allied Universal, the world’s leading security and facility services provider and trusted partner to more than 400 of the Fortune 500. Allied Universal delivers unparalleled customer relationships, innovative solutions, cutting‑edge smart technologies and tailored services that enable clients to focus on their core businesses. With operations in over 100 countries and territories Allied Universal is the third largest private employer in North America and seventh in the world. Annual revenue is approximately $23 billion. There is no greater purpose and responsibility than serving and helping to safeguard customers, communities and people. In the UK the company has an extensive network of offices and more than 31 000 employees.

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Required Experience

Manager

Key Skills

• Embedded Software
• Section 8
• Electrical Engineering
• Employee Evaluation
• Firmware
• Systems Engineering
• Project Leadership
• Scope Management
• Team Management
• Curriculum Development
• Leadership Experience
• Mentoring

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1