Alarms & Security Systems Manager

Job title: Alarms & Security Systems Manager

Ref: 39935

Division: Asset Operations & Capital Delivery

Location: Hybrid - Kemble Court - RG2 6AD

Contract type: Permanent

Full/Part-time: Full-time

Hours: 36 hours per week

Salary: Offering between £50,000 to £62,000 per annum depending on experience and skills

Job grade: B

Closing date: 06/03/2025

We currently have an exciting opportunity as an Alarms & Security Systems Manager working out of our Reading, Kemble Court offices. This role is a great opportunity to join an ambitious Protective Security team with big plans for the future!

What you will be doing as an Alarms & Security Systems Manager:

• Take responsibility of the AMC team, that run 24/7 365 days per year.
• Responsible for any projects related to the AMC or wider security team ensuring successful delivery.
• Responsible for Risk Management of the AMS with the ability to respond quickly to incidents.
• Deputise for senior members of the team and be part of the 'escalation rota'.
• Continuous Improvement of the AMC Operation and identify any operational/process improvements.
• Responsible for the ID/access card requests for staff and contractors as per the TW policy.
• Hold key relationships with internal senior managers and external stakeholders.
• Lead a team of ambassadors who promote a security conscious culture within Thames Water.
• Accountable for delivering agreed security KPIs and adhering to agreed SLAs.

What you should bring to the role:

• Experience of working in a regulated environment, ideally the water industry.
• Expert in physical security and associated Security Systems.
• Experience in the design and application of physical & personnel security measures.
• A strong leader with negotiation and people influencing skills.
• Understanding of security regulations, laws, and industry standards.
• Security Institute Diploma (level 5) in Security Management.
• Valid membership of Professional Security Body with active membership and evidence of CPD.
• Other recognised security qualification e.g. ASIS Physical Security Professional (PSP).

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) prior to starting within this role.

What's in it for you?

• Offering between £50,000 to £62,000 per annum depending on experience and skills.
• Car Allowance of £4,500 per annum.
• Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service.
• Contributory pension - Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments - Open to all once a year.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub.

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.