Security Liaison Officer (12 months fixed-term)

Talosats Careers; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Great benefits

Job summary

McLaughlin & Harvey is seeking a Security Liaison Officer to safeguard high-value construction sites and ensure robust on-site security procedures. You will perform inspections of operatives, tools, and plant, monitor security perimeters, and verify delivery and paperwork compliance.

Applicants should have proven construction-site security experience, strong leadership, and excellent communication with stakeholders. Security clearance is essential, with relevant qualifications desirable.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role within a construction site environment.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities.
• Knowledge of physical security systems, procedures, and regulatory compliance.
• Security clearance already obtained is essential.
• Relevant security or risk management qualifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out regular and random reviews of operatives on site. To include ID & Personal Electronic Devices (PED) checks.
• Carry out regular and random reviews of tools on site to ensure they have no Bluetooth, WIFI, GPS capabilities etc.
• Carry out regular review of all plant on site to ensure it has been cleared for use.
• Carry out daily checks of the secure perimeters to ensure no damage or tampering has occurred
• Carry out regular and random reviews of delivery vehicles entering site to ensure all requirements are adhered to.
• Record findings from all above site inspections and file centrally
• Review security clearance tracker to ensure all operatives/staff on site have the minimum required security clearance and all info is up to date
• Ensure induction records align with the security clearance tracker
• Review delivery paperwork to ensure drivers are complying with the procedures in place
• Carry out regular and random reviews of delivery vehicles entering site to ensure all requirements are adhered to.
• Manage the visitor induction process
• Manage the ongoing implementation of the plant/machinery tracker to ensure approval prior to being let on site
• Conduct regular security briefings/Toolbox talks as deemed necessary by the project team
• Manage the issuing and return of security ID badges to all personnel

Job description

Build your Future with Us!

Construction

McLaughlin & Harvey is a privately owned company with over 170 years of experience, specialising in construction. We provide quality new builds, extensions, refurbishments, fit-outs, and small works projects. Working within the health, education, commercial, industrial, leisure, sporting, retail, and residential sectors.

The experience and capabilities of our team allow us to deliver award-winning, quality projects. We are known for adding value and innovation throughout the process, saving our clients time and money. We work across several sectors and are partners on a number of framework agreements, creating value in every project we deliver.

We are a forward-thinking Company with an established presence across the UK and Ireland. Our values We Commit, We Care, We Collaborate shape how we work with our clients, partners, and each other.

As our business continues to grow, we are looking for dedicated individuals who take pride in their work and want to build a rewarding career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We are seeking a Security Liaison Officer to enhance our team and drive success across our high value projects.

Why join us?

• Exciting Projects – Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy
• Career Growth – Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development
• Collaborative Culture – Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence
• Competitive Package – Enjoy a competitive salary and great benefits (Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.mclh.co.uk/careers/employee-benefits/ )

What you will be doing

Inspections

• Carry out regular and random reviews of operatives on site. To include ID & Personal Electronic Devices (PED) checks
• Carry out regular and random reviews of tools on site to ensure they have no Bluetooth, WIFI, GPS capabilities etc.
• Carry out regular review of all plant on site to ensure it has been cleared for use.
• Carry out daily checks of the secure perimeters to ensure no damage or tampering has occurred
• Carry out regular and random reviews of delivery vehicles entering site to ensure all requirements are adhered to.

Audits

• Record findings from all above site inspections and file centrally
• Review security clearance tracker to ensure all operatives/staff on site have the minimum required security clearance and all info is up to date
• Ensure induction records align with the security clearance tracker
• Review delivery paperwork to ensure drivers are complying with the procedures in place
• Carry out regular and random reviews of delivery vehicles entering site to ensure all requirements are adhered to.
• Manage the visitor induction process
• Manage the ongoing implementation of the plant/machinery tracker to ensure approval prior to being let on site

Audits

• Conduct regular security briefings/Toolbox talks as deemed necessary by the project team
• Manage the issuing and return of security ID badges to all personnel

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in a similar role within a construction site environment.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Knowledge of physical security systems, procedures, and regulatory compliance.
• Security clearance already obtained is essential.
• Relevant security or risk management qualifications are desirable.

McLaughlin and Harvey are an equal opportunities employer who are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities in which we work.

We take responsibility for always striving to create a collaborative and inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment where we will provide all reasonable adjustments at interview stage and beyond and commit to extending an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum job role requirements.