Security Operations Manager

bidvestnoonan; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Reckitt's Hull campus is seeking an experienced Site Security Manager to lead a multi-disciplinary security function across manufacturing, logistics, and R&D.

You will own security operations, deliver compliant, innovative services, and partner with site leadership and Global Corporate Security to protect people, assets and continuity.

This hands-on role demands strong leadership, risk management, incident response, and a track record of continuous improvement in regulated environments.

Qualifications

• SIA Licence required or equivalent
• IOSH safety qualification
• Proven experience managing security in complex environments
• Strong leadership and people management ability
• Experience in incident management and risk assessment
• Familiarity with compliance standards and audits
• Track record of innovation and continuous improvement in security

Responsibilities

• Lead the site security team and ensure delivery of security, safety and compliance
• Own day-to-day security operations and ensure service delivery exceeds expectations
• Oversee resourcing, rota management and coverage
• Respond to security incidents and coordinate investigations and escalations
• Manage access control, screening and verification for deliveries and visitors
• Develop relationships with stakeholders across manufacturing, R&D and logistics
• Ensure audits, SOPs and documentation are accurate and up-to-date
• Drive continuous improvement and performance against KPIs

Skills

SIA Licence

IOSH safety

Security management

Leadership

Incident management

Risk assessment

Compliance frameworks

Job description

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Site Security Manager to lead and develop the security function at Reckitt’s flagship Hull campus—a complex operational environment encompassing manufacturing, logistics, and R&D operations.

This is a critical leadership role responsible for delivering a high-performing, compliant, and innovative security service, aligned to both operational needs and corporate security strategy.

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety, security, and continuity of a site of significant strategic importance, working in close partnership with site leadership and Global Corporate Security teams.

The Role: As Site Security Manager, you will take full operational ownership of the security provision, leading a multi-skilled team to deliver excellence across all aspects of security, safety, and compliance.

You will act as the primary point of contact for all security-related matters on site, ensuring a professional, responsive, and solutions-focused service is consistently delivered.

The role requires a visible, hands-on leader who can balance operational delivery with strategic oversight, driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced and highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Operational Delivery

• Lead, manage, and develop the site security team, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance
• Take ownership of the day-to-day running of the security operation, ensuring service delivery meets and exceeds expectations
• Ensure effective resourcing and rota management, maintaining consistent operational coverage
• Act as a visible Security Champion, driving standards, behaviours, and engagement across the team

Security & Risk Management

• Lead the response to all security incidents, emergencies, and escalations, ensuring timely and professional resolution
• Conduct and oversee risk assessments and incident investigations, aligned with Corporate Security guidance
• Maintain robust security protocols to support business continuity and operational resilience

Logistics Security Assurance

• Ensure all access and egress points are controlled, with robust security checks applied to all vehicles, contractors, and visitors
• Maintain effective security screening and verification processes for deliveries and collections, in line with site protocols
• Safeguard the integrity of goods, materials, and assets through consistent enforcement of access control and search procedures
• Identify and respond to security risks within the logistics environment, including unauthorised access, discrepancies, or suspicious activity
• Work in coordination with site teams to ensure that security controls support safe and uninterrupted operations, without compromising compliance
• Ensure all activities align with Corporate Security direction and site security procedures

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop strong, collaborative relationships with stakeholders across manufacturing, R&D, and supply functions
• Provide regular, high-quality reporting on performance, incidents, and improvements
• Act as a trusted advisor on site security matters and risk mitigation

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure full compliance with all relevant standards, including:
  • SIA Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS)
  • Private Security Industry Act 2001
  • GDPR (CCTV and access control systems)
• Maintain accurate and audit-ready documentation, SOPs, and records
• Support and lead internal and external audits

Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Drive performance against agreed KPIs and service standards
• Identify opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and service enhancement
• Embed a culture of continuous improvement across the security function

People Management & Development

• Lead all aspects of team development, including:
  • Training, mentoring, and performance management
  • Appraisals and development planning
  • Compliance with licensing and competency requirements
• Ensure workforce capability aligns with the complexity of the environment

Working Pattern

• Monday to Friday core hours, with flexibility required
• On-call responsibility and out-of-hours support as needed
• Occasional requirement to provide operational cover during critical periods or absence

About You

• SIA Licence (Door Supervision or Security Guarding)
• IOSH safety certification/Qualification
• Proven experience managing security operations within complex environments (Manufacturing, logistics, and Research and Development)
• Strong leadership and people management capability
• Experience in incident management, risk assessment, and compliance frameworks
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong organisational and administrative capability
• Professional qualification in security management or related discipline
• Experience operating within high-profile, regulated environments
• Track record of delivering innovation and continuous improvement within security operations

Why This Role Matters

This role sits at the heart of site operations, ensuring that security not only protects people and assets but also enables the business to operate safely, efficiently, and without disruption.

You will have the opportunity to influence and shape security delivery within a flagship Reckitt site, driving standards that reflect both operational excellence and corporate expectations.

About Us

‘For nearly 50 years, we’ve played a vital role in helping our customers succeed. Built on strong, long‑standing relationships, our business is powered by people who are deeply connected to the communities where we live and work.

Our purpose guides every action and decision we make, “to proudly create safer and healthier communities today, for tomorrow.” It reflects who we are, what we stand for, and the impact we strive to make every day.

Across our team of 27,000 dedicated professionals from 157 countries, that purpose comes to life through commitment, care, and a shared responsibility to the people we serve—now and for generations to come. 'When you join Bidvest Noonan, you’re joining a team where your work has real impact, where your career can grow, where you belong, and where you help shape a safer, healthier future to us all.’