Security Manager - Maidenhead

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Ward Security are looking for an experienced Security Manager to become a valuable member and a leader of our team based in Maidenhead. You will be responsible for the efficient and effective management of all staff assigned to your site, which is currently a team of 4. You will be confident to engage with clients to ensure all policies and procedures are up to date, compliant and adhered to at all levels. You will monitor security performance, develop individual team members and ensuring we exceed service delivery expectations.  

Role:                          Security Manager
Pay rate:                    £13.93 per hour
Shift Pattern:             Monday – Friday (60 hours per week)
Location:                    Maidenhead
Role Requirements:   Door Supervisor SIA licence and UK Driving Licence

What benefits we offer via our ReWard membership: 

• Discounted gym membership  
• Discounts at major retailers  
• Restaurant and Supermarket vouchers 
• Cinema tickets 
• Access to 24/7 free Employee Assistance programme 

 Other benefits include: 

• Financial support for SIA Licensing and renewal  
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme 
• Company Pension scheme 
• Life Assurance benefits  
• Employee referral scheme  
• Progression, training, and development opportunities 

Main Duties: 

• Ensure that all duties are carried out by you and your team by the site-specific assignment instructions and by the Client's and Company's wishes. 
• To provide regular foot patrols within defined areas as an effective deterrent in the protection of the client’s property and assets.
• To effectively control access to the client’s premises, examine documentation to ascertain the authenticity and authority to gain access. 

• To provide monitoring functions to CCTV and alarm functions, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed.  To be aware of the operation of those functions and to respond as required.
• To submit detailed reports on the discovery of issues relating to health and safety and crime to the relevant authority either verbally or in report form as required.
• In line with company policy to carry out routine search procedures in a sensitive manner to include vehicles, buildings and persons.
• To effectively deal with all incidents falling within the security remit. To effectively report all incidents to the relevant authority.
• Ensure that the building is locked/unlocked in a timely and efficient manner.
• To provide a point of contact and information centre to staff and visitors.
• To deal with the sorting/collecting of mail and that dealing with goods in/out is done by the site-specific Assignment Instructions.
• To maintain a log of all visitors, incidents and any other records that may be required by the client.
• To maintain the client's key safe to issue and record all movements of keys within the client's premises.
• To identify suspicious persons and actions and report such circumstances.
• To undertake other related duties as may be required after consultation with the Security Manager or other appropriate Manager in line with the specific site requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Directly manage the supervision of personnel, ensuring that the Company's obligations are adhered to at all times in a timely and professional manner.
• Ensure all personnel on site under your remit, are rostered appropriately to ensure that the contractual obligations are met.
• Be the first port of call for all security issues and staff issues on site, and escalate as necessary.
• Ensure that all relevant information is collated and recorded for future reference.
• Liaise with all Security Officers ensuring that all information is made available for the operation of the Company to work effectively.
• Provide documentation and reports in support of the day-to-day operational activities.
• Respond and take action in the event of evacuations and emergencies ensuring that your team take appropriate action.
• Ensure that staff and clients of the Company assist the Health & Safety Officer to ensure compliance with policies and regulations adhere to Health & Safety policies and regulations
• Participate in and ensure the continuation of specialist training to key members of staff within the remit of your authority.
• Ensure that all members of your team work appropriately and effectively, whilst giving further training in specific areas where required.

Must Haves: 

• Valid SIA licence 
• UK Driving licence 
• Proven work experience as a Security Manager (minimum 1 year) 
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in tasks
• Must be able to effectively manage the building and staff with experience in management and the industry
• IT literate- Ability to operate detecting systems and emergency equipment 
• Quick thinking and problem-solving skills 
• A positive attitude to dealing with people and taking on challenges
• Experience in dealing with escalation procedures relating to staff, incidents and operations
• A sound working knowledge of security best practices and legislation affecting security

• Security professional with extensive knowledge of the Security industry, public sector or armed forces
• Strong management and leadership skills, ability to influence, negotiate and engage
• Sound judgement and decision-making skills with a ‘hands-on’ problem solving approach, able to remain calm under pressure and take control of incidents
• Experience in writing procedures, drafting reports, and preparing business cases

Who We Are:
Ward Security provides security services solutions to a range of UK businesses. Security services include: CCTV security systems, property management, guard dog security, key holding services, security guard patrol services, response alarm systems and more. With over 1500+ of our amazing people operating nationally.

We seek the best talent to uphold our vision “We look after our people; our people look after our clients. We aim to retain and attract the very best of both”.
 
Why Work For Us?
Apart from joining our friendly team we offer Uniform, SIA Licensing savings scheme, Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice scheme, Pension and Life Assurance benefits.

We strongly believe in growing our own talent, and we provide opportunities through our in-house Training Academy, our Leadership Development Programme, online eLearning and development programmes for a career path.

To support the wellbeing of our people we have an in-house Mental Health Team, Wellbeing Platform, an inclusive culture recognised in our Diversity Champion & International Inclusion Awards. We uphold our wellbeing as a MIND Workplace Wellbeing Silver Award holder. We offer Reward membership to all employees, which includes retail discounts, cinema tickets, gym membership, 24/7 free Employee Assistance Programme, and many other fantastic benefits.

At Ward Security, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated, and every individual is valued. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to create an environment that promotes fairness, respect, and collaboration. We are dedicated to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting individuals based on their qualifications, skills, and abilities. We embrace the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our team members, recognising that diversity enriches our organisation and contributes to our success.