Head of Physical Security Services

Posted on 09/05/2025

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United Kingdom

Security

Competitive Salary + Car Allowance

Permanent Full Time

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Duties/Responsibilities

Location: Home based - national travel

Salary: Competitive + car allowance + benefits

Working hours: Monday to Friday - 35 Hours Per Week

Contract Type: Permanent

About EMCOR UK:

At EMCOR UK, we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise people in everything we do, collaborating closely with our customers to understand all their needs, from the big picture to day-to-day operations. Our purpose is to “create a better world at work”. Using our unique insight platform, "One Data World," we harness data-driven intelligence to make informed decisions, adapting our services to meet our customers’ evolving requirements. This allows us to cultivate an enhanced workplace experience for their teams whilst optimising efficiency, meticulously managing every asset, and minimising their impact on the planet. All supported by our commitment to safety, compliance, and assurance. Our partnering approach empowers our customers to shape a better future. Whether guiding their path to net zero or redeveloping their facilities for enhanced efficiency, we create better places for work whilst taking away the burden of facility operations, freeing up our customers to concentrate on their business.

Job purpose:

The post holder will create and implement a security services strategic vision for EMCOR UK and provideeffective and inspiring leadership, championing the profession to internal and external stakeholdersreflecting EUK company values.

Working with the Risk & Security Assurance Manager, you will be ensuring that EMCOR UK meets all itsregulatory obligations.You will be responsible for delivering timely security advice whilst providing assurance that physicalsecurity risks to staff and clients are effectively managed.You will work with business development teams on new tenders, ensuring that the security element isboth attractive and ‘comes to life’ for prospective clients, thereby maximising the potential of all physicalsecurity service-related activities.

A core part of the role will be ensuring that continuous improvement is embedded in all security servicesdelivered, with a focus on a high-quality product, service delivery that is aligned with industry bestpractice.

What you'll do:

Security Policy

Play an active part in the development of EMCOR UK’s physical security policy in conjunction with wider operations and the Risk & Security Assurance Manager

Accreditation & Licencing

Manage and develop the company SIA Licence framework.
Responsible for company security accreditation attainment

Business Development

Take responsibility for company Security Services Toolkit and its continuous development.
Present our product to new and existing clients.
Engage in external events and networking to place EMCOR UK as a thought leader and authority on all aspects of security.
Work closely with the procurement team to establish an effective supply chain capable of meeting business and clients' needs.

Operational Management

Develop a companywide performance review process and monitor output against company standard.
Visit sites regularly to carry out policy and regulatory compliance checks, with feedback and actions recorded, tracked, monitored and escalated as required.
Support Account Security leads in their compliance to security standards
Support the Account security leads in following EUK Security Services Toolkit and creating their Logbooks.
Manage a collaborative network of security operators across our accounts to ensure best practice and innovation is easily communicated and implemented.
Work with Procurement Category Manager on security supply chain- monitoring and improving performance.
Advise and consult on career development and training opportunities, be a mentor for the wider security services.

Person Specification

Who you'll be:

Be an industry recognised leader in the physical security services profession (i.e., Achieved level within Security institute or previous role experience)
Experience at a senior level within a security services provider
Significant experience in a security related discipline allied with in-depth knowledge of physical security principles and the ability to deliver risk-based and threat informed mitigations, ideally in UK Government, critical national infrastructure or a relevant commercial environment.
Membership of Security Industry Association
High levels of discretion and the ability to deal appropriately with highly sensitive information.
Operate at a senior level with executive customer stakeholders with gravitas and authority.
Influencer and innovator in the security services arena
Solution creator with demonstrable track record of change implementation and maintenance
Demonstrable bid writing experience
Confidence in customer presentations
Self- starter with high standards of self-achievement
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and stakeholder management
Change agent, challenger and emotionally intelligent team leader and player
Good IT skills in Microsoft business packages such as sharepoint

Benefits

25 days holidays + Bank Holidays
Holiday Buy Scheme - up to 5 days a year
Private healthcare
Industry leading Maternity & Paternity Policies
Refer a Friend scheme – worth £500 per referral
GEMS – Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail/dining
Extensive Learning & Development opportunities, including opportunities for progression.
Access to Flex Benefits: Discount Shopping, Gym, Mobile, Family Activities, Insurance, Dining Experience, Car Leasing and Breakdown Cover.
Bike To Work Scheme
Paid volunteering and charity days
Medicash - Health cash plan - Benefits covered include dental, optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing.
Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries.

At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem-solving.

We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices.

Join us in our endeavour to build a culture of mutual respect and equity, a place where every voice is heard, and every individual is championed.

Join us in building a better world at work.

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