Southern Water group

Corporate Security Officer page is loaded Corporate Security Officerlocations: Worthingposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: February 6, 2026 (13 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR7645 Closing Date 06/02/2026 Job Title: Corporate Security Officer Location: Durrington Salary: up to £43,000 depending on skills and experience About the role Southern Water is looking for an experienced Corporate Security Officer to join our Health, Safety & Security team. This is a vital role responsible for protecting our senior leadership, high profile employees, and corporate offices, while shaping and delivering robust security strategies across the business.If you're a security professional with strong operational experience, excellent stakeholder skills and a passion for risk mitigation, we'd love to hear from you. What you will be responsible for: Providing expert security advice to senior leadership, including risks associated with travel, events and public engagements. Liaising with third party security providers and law enforcement partners to ensure effective protective measures are in place. Developing, reviewing and updating corporate emergency response plans and security procedures. Managing external security supplier contracts and monitoring performance using KPIs. Conducting regular security assessments, audits and vulnerability reviews. Investigating security breaches and implementing corrective actions. Building strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external agencies. Educating employees on security awareness and best practices. Participating in the Protective Security Team on call rota when required. What you'll bring to the role: 5+ years in security management, law enforcement or armed forces. Strong understanding of security principles, risk assessment and investigations. Experience working across multiple stakeholders and within complex organisations. Experience collaborating with police or security agencies. A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle. Eligible for (or capable of holding) National Security Vetting - SC level.Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation Growth-Oriented "We understand that great talent comes in many forms. If this role excites you and you share our commitment to delivering sustainable solutions for our communities, please apply-even if your experience doesn't perfectly match every requirement. We'll support your growth and development." We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so if you are interested in the position please do send your application over today to ensure consideration. We truly appreciate every application. Please note, that due to the volume of interest, we may not be able to provide personalised feedback to all applicants. Our Benefits Company and performance-related bonus Generous pension with up to 11% company contribution Life assurance payment equal to four times your annual salary Health benefits through a Cash Plan Two paid community volunteering days a year 25 days annual holiday Occupational health service Retail discount app We offer competitive maternity leave, and flexible return to work options

Security and Contract Services Manager page is loaded Security and Contract Services Managerlocations: Worthingtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: February 2, 2026 (13 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR7633 Closing Date 2026-02-02 Job Title: Security and Contract Services Manager Location: Durrington, travel across the patch Contract Type: Perm, Full Time Hours: 37 - Will be part of on call rota Salary: To be discussed at screening stage. About the role This is a high impact role supporting the safety of our people, assets, and operational sites. You'll be the key link between our Security team, Commercial, Operations and our security service providers-driving performance, compliance and continuous improvement in a regulated environment. What you will be responsible for: Lead the delivery and ongoing improvement of all security services, with a major focus on manned guarding. Manage and develop a small in house team (2 FTE) delivering corporate security and admin support. Oversee 3rd party contracts-including guarding, temporary security solutions, and electronic systems maintenance-ensuring they meet service levels, KPIs and legislative requirements. Work closely with suppliers to audit service delivery, resolve compliance issues and strengthen supply chain resilience. Develop, maintain and embed security service policies, standards and best practice. Partner with our Alarm Monitoring Centre and wider security team to build an integrated and compliant suite of security services. Lead service reviews, analyse performance data and drive continuous improvement. Manage budgets, billing processes, and operational communications across the business. Support the development of new security contracts and frameworks. What you'll bring to the role: 5+ years' experience in a similar operational security role. Proven experience managing manned guarding services and security suppliers in a regulated or complex environment. Strong understanding of security legislation, industry standards and compliance requirements-ideally including water sector guidance. Experience auditing service delivery and driving contract performance improvements. Ability to lead through change, influence stakeholders and communicate effectively at all levels. A detailed understanding of security supply chain risks and resilience. Experience contributing to framework tenders and new service developments. Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and deliver at scale across a wide geographic region. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Eligibility to hold National Security Vetting (SC level). Please note internally you will be known as Security Services Manager Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation Growth-Oriented "We understand that great talent comes in many forms. If this role excites you and you share our commitment to delivering sustainable solutions for our communities, please apply-even if your experience doesn't perfectly match every requirement. We'll support your growth and development." We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so if you are interested in the position please do send your application over today to ensure consideration. We truly appreciate every application. Please note, that due to the volume of interest, we may not be able to provide personalised feedback to all applicants. Our Benefits Company and performance-related bonus Generous pension with up to 11% company contribution Life assurance payment equal to four times your annual salary Health benefits through a Cash Plan Two paid community volunteering days a year 25 days annual holiday Occupational health service Retail discount app We offer competitive maternity leave, and flexible return to work options