Security Guard jobs in United Kingdom

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Location: Flexible, UK + Hybrid Working Arrangements

Compensation: £60,000 + 25% uplift for operating overseas and related benefits

Role Type: Full-time / 12-month Fixed Term Contract

Role ID: SF

At Babcock, we’re working to create a safe and secure world. Join us as a Security Manager and play your part.

The role

As a Security Manager, you will support the Principal Security Specialist (PSS) in providing security for Babcock staff, contractors, and country-based staff when deployed. This includes implementing appropriate security measures at your main site and other locations as assigned.

You will demonstrate professionalism and deliver high-quality service, working flexibly to support others, cover absences, and respond to emergencies, including security calls during evenings and weekends abroad.

• Support the PSS in reporting security breaches, notify the Contract Manager promptly, and ensure timely incident reporting and escalation.
• Deploy and work in any location where Babcock staff are contracted to operate or as directed by PSS.
• Manage security-related tasks such as incident response, access control, contractor coordination, and event support, maintaining accurate records.
• Deliver pre-deployment and arrival security briefings (in person or via Teams), track attendance, and ensure staff complete required training.
• Build local networks abroad to gather security updates, crime reports, and project-related information to keep staff informed.

This full-time role offers 37 hours per week with hybrid working arrangements and overseas deployment options.

Essential experience

• Managing security programmes/projects in high-threat locations
• Experience with senior-level visits and event management
• Resilience and ability to work under pressure, including emergency situations
• Excellent reporting and emergency response planning skills
• Strong knowledge of security protocols and procedures

Qualifications

• Valid UK driver’s license and ability to drive
• In-date FPOS-I or FREC 3 trauma medic qualification
• Membership of the Security Industry Authority (SIA) with a valid Close Protection (CP) license
• Level 3 commercial CP qualification

Security Clearance

Ability to obtain and maintain Standard (BPSS) / Security Check (SC) clearance. Many roles require national security clearance, which may be affected by nationality, citizenship, or residency. Further details are available on our website.

What we offer

• Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health checks, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of professional fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10 days of paid leave
• Holiday Trading allows employees to buy or sell annual leave during a designated window
• ‘Be Kind Day’ provides one paid day annually for volunteering with a registered charity