Site Security Manager

Securitas UK

Glasgow

On-site

GBP 21,000 - 28,000

Full time

7 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Dental plan

Pension scheme

Payroll ISA

Employee discounts

Job summary

Securitas UK is seeking a Site Security Manager in Glasgow to provide day-to-day leadership of security teams, ensuring client expectations are met and safety standards are upheld.

The role requires a valid SIA licence, security experience, and ability to work out-of-hours. You will engage with clients, manage schedules, and contribute to service improvement in a fast paced environment.

Qualifications

Valid SIA Licence and prior security experience.
Able to work out-of-hours including weekends.
Right to work in the UK; five-year employment history or evidence.
Demonstrates integrity, vigilance and helpfulness.
Experience in managing security teams is preferred.
UK-based security role with client-facing duties.

Responsibilities

Lead and support security teams, ensuring training and briefing.
Promote Securitas values: Integrity, Vigilance, Helpfulness.
Manage scheduling, timekeeping, and holiday planning up to 6 months.
Conduct site audits and ensure compliance with procedures.
Oversee attendance management and escalate issues.
Investigate incidents and support training development.
Maintain strong client relations and continuous improvement.

Skills

SIA Licence

Security experience

Out-of-hours availability

Right to work in UK

Five-year employment history

Integrity and vigilance

Job description

We’re Hiring: Site Security Manager

Location: Glasgow, UK

Pay: £17.79 per hour

Hours: 45 hours per week - Mon‑Fri

From day one, you’ll gain access to outstanding Learning and Development opportunities, Mentorship, and a whole load of benefits from big brand discounts to give back schemes!

Grade: Site Based

See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured. Are you looking for a fulfilling career where you can make a difference and feel empowered every day?

Join our team at Securitas as a Site Security Manager, where we value diversity and are committed to creating a supportive environment for all our employees.

As Site Security Manager, you’ll be at the heart of the operation, providing strong day-to-day leadership and acting as a key point of contact for our security teams and client. You’ll help create an environment where people feel supported, standards are high, and everyone has the opportunity to perform at their best.

This is more than managing a shift. You’ll take ownership of operational challenges, support and develop our security personnel, monitor service performance and ensure that our client receives a professional, consistent and responsive service around the clock.

You’ll play an important role in strengthening the relationship between Securitas and our client, working collaboratively to identify opportunities for improvement and ensuring our service reflects the values at the heart of everything we do: Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness.

Every day will bring something different. From managing operational issues and supporting your team, to responding to incidents, maintaining high standards and contributing to service development, you’ll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact.

If you’re a confident and motivated security professional who enjoys leading people, solving problems and delivering excellence, this could be your opportunity to take the next step in your career.

Step into a role that's not just a job, but a pathway to leadership and empowerment. You'll be a part of a dynamic team where your skills and unique perspectives are celebrated.

Some Benefits of Working With Us

Dental plan – helping you keep that smile healthy
Pension scheme – invest in your future
Payroll ISA – smart, tax-efficient savings made easy
And much more! – we’re always looking for ways to support our team

Join us and enjoy a workplace that truly values you!

Responsibilities

Job Description

Lead and support the security teams, ensuring they are well-trained, briefed, and ready to perform their duties at all times.
Promote and exemplify the Securitas values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness.

Operational Management

Manage scheduling, Timegate, and holiday planning up to 6 months in advance for both sites.
Conduct monthly site audits to ensure compliance with contract paperwork and procedures.
Oversee attendance management, taking action when absence trigger points are reached.

Compliance and Training

Conduct investigations and disciplinary actions as required.
Support the development of specialist and contractual training with the Branch/Training Team.
Ensure all policies and procedures comply with legislative and ISO 9002 requirements.
Health & Safety:
Ensure the security team understands and complies with all Health & Safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Operational Support

Maintain a thorough understanding of all departmental operational functions.
Support the Branch Manager/Deputy Branch Manager with additional duties as needed.

Please note - The responsibilities listed here aren’t the full picture—but they give you a good sense of the role. If you meet the minimum requirements and believe you’ve got what it takes to succeed, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for someone who sees a different world—someone who values teamwork, shows initiative, and wants to grow. Ideally, you’ll have:

Valid SIA Licence
Previous experience in a similar role
Able to achieve PSS/SC
Available for out-of-hours emergencies and escalation, including weekend
Must have the right to work in the UK.
Have a five-year checkable employment history or be able to produce documentary evidence of any period of unemployment, self-employment, and part-time education during that period.
The ability to embody and uphold the Securitas core values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness.

Desirable

Experience managing a complex and time-critical contract
Qualifications in security management or people management
NEBOSH/IOSH qualification

Additional Information

See a different world with Securitas UK

Ready to make a difference?

You're one step closer to joining over 322,000 colleagues worldwide who help make your world a safer place every day.

At Securitas, our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness guide everything we do. We believe in making a clear promise to our people:

Opportunity – Seeing potential in every person
People – Putting people at the heart of what we do
Purpose – Making your world a safer place

So what happens next?

Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully and is here to support you throughout the process. Whatever the outcome, you'll always hear back from us.

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We're proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Through our networks, partnerships and celebrations throughout the year, we're building a culture where differences are valued and people can be themselves.

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