Senior Security Advisor Location Egham Salary £43k-£45k The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a leading corporate security group who proudly holding NSI Gold and SIA ACS accreditations, along with compliance to ISO 9001 and key British Standards (BS 7499, 10800, 7984-1/3) Their services include keyholding, alarm response, mobile patrols, unlock/lock routines, static guarding, and control room operations. What You ll Be Doing Their long-standing external security consultant moves on, they are now seeking a dedicated in-house Senior Security Adviser to oversee their security operations with a particular focus on operations, compliance and billing. Overseeing mobile security services, manned guarding, and control room operations Be part of the out of hours duty management roster. Be responsible for team management, support team development, service provider management, workload planning, monitoring and quality assurance Drive proactive, positive change Create and update company systems, processes. policies and procedures About You This senior role is ideal for an experienced professional from the security industry who brings a strong understanding of codes of practice, compliance standards, and operational excellence. Hold a valid and active SIA licence (SG, DS, or CP); a CCTV licence is also advantageous Possess a full UK manual driving licence Have a minimum of 3 years experience as a proactive, hands-on Operational Security Manager Demonstrate proven leadership experience, Be capable of reviewing and assessing service agreements, including those from third-party security providers for labour provision. Be experienced in driving proactive, positive change within a security operations environment Have a track record of creating and updating company systems, processes. policies and procedures Possess in-depth knowledge of ISO 9001, SIA ACS, and relevant British Standards (BS 7499, 10800, 7984-1/3) Be highly organised, with strong experience in planning, implementation, and operational execution Have solid experience with mobile security services, manned guarding, and control room operations Communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, with excellent interpersonal skills Be proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and familiar with staff rostering systems Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail, with the ability to manage deadlines and work well under pressure Exhibit strong leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire and support team development Be proactive, flexible, enthusiastic, and open to ongoing learning and development Be available to ensure contract compliance Be available to cover out-of-hours duty management responsibilities as rostered The ideal candidate would need to live within 40 minutes travelling time of Egham. This relates to the need to react to emergency call outs at short notice and out of hours. We do try to reply to each application personally, however as you can appreciate, we receive a high number of applications for each role we handle and it is not always possible to do this. Therefore, if we do not contact you within seven days your application for this particular role has not been successful. However, we have retained your CV and we will advise you of future roles that may be of interest. Fairford Associates operates as an Employment Agency introducing work-seekers to client employers for direct employment by those employers.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Senior Security Advisor Location Egham Salary £43k-£45k The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a leading corporate security group who proudly holding NSI Gold and SIA ACS accreditations, along with compliance to ISO 9001 and key British Standards (BS 7499, 10800, 7984-1/3) Their services include keyholding, alarm response, mobile patrols, unlock/lock routines, static guarding, and control room operations. What You ll Be Doing Their long-standing external security consultant moves on, they are now seeking a dedicated in-house Senior Security Adviser to oversee their security operations with a particular focus on operations, compliance and billing. Overseeing mobile security services, manned guarding, and control room operations Be part of the out of hours duty management roster. Be responsible for team management, support team development, service provider management, workload planning, monitoring and quality assurance Drive proactive, positive change Create and update company systems, processes. policies and procedures About You This senior role is ideal for an experienced professional from the security industry who brings a strong understanding of codes of practice, compliance standards, and operational excellence. Hold a valid and active SIA licence (SG, DS, or CP); a CCTV licence is also advantageous Possess a full UK manual driving licence Have a minimum of 3 years experience as a proactive, hands-on Operational Security Manager Demonstrate proven leadership experience, Be capable of reviewing and assessing service agreements, including those from third-party security providers for labour provision. Be experienced in driving proactive, positive change within a security operations environment Have a track record of creating and updating company systems, processes. policies and procedures Possess in-depth knowledge of ISO 9001, SIA ACS, and relevant British Standards (BS 7499, 10800, 7984-1/3) Be highly organised, with strong experience in planning, implementation, and operational execution Have solid experience with mobile security services, manned guarding, and control room operations Communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, with excellent interpersonal skills Be proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and familiar with staff rostering systems Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail, with the ability to manage deadlines and work well under pressure Exhibit strong leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire and support team development Be proactive, flexible, enthusiastic, and open to ongoing learning and development Be available to ensure contract compliance Be available to cover out-of-hours duty management responsibilities as rostered The ideal candidate would need to live within 40 minutes travelling time of Egham. This relates to the need to react to emergency call outs at short notice and out of hours. We do try to reply to each application personally, however as you can appreciate, we receive a high number of applications for each role we handle and it is not always possible to do this. Therefore, if we do not contact you within seven days your application for this particular role has not been successful. However, we have retained your CV and we will advise you of future roles that may be of interest. Fairford Associates operates as an Employment Agency introducing work-seekers to client employers for direct employment by those employers.
Operations Manager Location Bingham, Nottinghamshire. The role is based here so you should reside no more the 45 minutes away Salary Up to £42k The Opportunity My East Midlands based client is a long-established holder of SIA approved contractor status, providing a wide range of manned security services on a nationwide basis for clients located from the south coast to the north east in sectors such as corporate, retail, educational and logistics/distribution. Their service offering includes static guarding, keyholding, alarm response, mobile patrols, CCTV monitoring and K9 security. I am currently working in partnership with them to appoint a hands-on Operations Manager to work closely with the COO. We are seeking a proven leader, ideally from a Police or Armed Forces background, who can bring discipline, operational expertise, and passion for excellence to their security operations. This Nottingham based role offers a great opportunity to join a growing organisation and where there is opportunity for personal growth. What You ll Be Doing Lead and manage the day-to-day security operations across multiple sites and contracts Support, mentor, and develop security teams to deliver a first-class service Ensure full compliance with UK security industry standards and regulations Build and maintain strong client relationships through exceptional service delivery and communication/liaison Oversee incident response, investigations, and accurate reporting Recruit, train, and guide security personnel to success Delegate tasks to appropriate colleagues Assist with the sales process Conduct regular audits to ensure continuous improvement of standards Oversee other key elements such as discipline, H&S, company vehicles, control room, projects etc About You Ideally have an ex-Police/Military or strong manned security industry background Five to ten years of operational security management experience Strong leadership skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure In-depth knowledge of UK security regulations Valid SIA Licence (or eligibility to obtain, frontline preferred) Flexibility, professionalism, and a commitment to the highest standards Reside no more than 45 minutes from the head office Possess a UK driving license Have a passion for continuous improvement and innovation We do try to reply to each application personally, however as you can appreciate, we receive a high number of applications for each role we handle and it is not always possible to do this. Therefore, if we do not contact you within seven days your application for this particular role has not been successful. However, we have retained your CV and we will advise you of future roles that may be of interest. Fairford Associates operates as an Employment Agency introducing work-seekers to client employers for direct employment by those employers.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Operations Manager Location Bingham, Nottinghamshire. The role is based here so you should reside no more the 45 minutes away Salary Up to £42k The Opportunity My East Midlands based client is a long-established holder of SIA approved contractor status, providing a wide range of manned security services on a nationwide basis for clients located from the south coast to the north east in sectors such as corporate, retail, educational and logistics/distribution. Their service offering includes static guarding, keyholding, alarm response, mobile patrols, CCTV monitoring and K9 security. I am currently working in partnership with them to appoint a hands-on Operations Manager to work closely with the COO. We are seeking a proven leader, ideally from a Police or Armed Forces background, who can bring discipline, operational expertise, and passion for excellence to their security operations. This Nottingham based role offers a great opportunity to join a growing organisation and where there is opportunity for personal growth. What You ll Be Doing Lead and manage the day-to-day security operations across multiple sites and contracts Support, mentor, and develop security teams to deliver a first-class service Ensure full compliance with UK security industry standards and regulations Build and maintain strong client relationships through exceptional service delivery and communication/liaison Oversee incident response, investigations, and accurate reporting Recruit, train, and guide security personnel to success Delegate tasks to appropriate colleagues Assist with the sales process Conduct regular audits to ensure continuous improvement of standards Oversee other key elements such as discipline, H&S, company vehicles, control room, projects etc About You Ideally have an ex-Police/Military or strong manned security industry background Five to ten years of operational security management experience Strong leadership skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure In-depth knowledge of UK security regulations Valid SIA Licence (or eligibility to obtain, frontline preferred) Flexibility, professionalism, and a commitment to the highest standards Reside no more than 45 minutes from the head office Possess a UK driving license Have a passion for continuous improvement and innovation We do try to reply to each application personally, however as you can appreciate, we receive a high number of applications for each role we handle and it is not always possible to do this. Therefore, if we do not contact you within seven days your application for this particular role has not been successful. However, we have retained your CV and we will advise you of future roles that may be of interest. Fairford Associates operates as an Employment Agency introducing work-seekers to client employers for direct employment by those employers.
Contracts Manager - Commercial Cleaning & FM Services Milton Keynes, Lton, Watford and Surrounding areas Basic salary circa £28k Company vehicle/mileage allowance, commission opportunities, on target revenue bonus circa £2k. Hours: 37.5 hours per week at times required to service customer sites Why Join? My client is a leading commercial cleaning company, committed to providing over 400 customers with an excellent cleaning service at a competitive price. Established in 1999, they provide a professional, fully comprehensive cleaning provision across Southern England in sectors that include schools, offices, medical and leisure facilities. Despite our fast growth, we still care about every customer, every contract and every member of staff. They pride themselves on their attention to detail and delivery of a thorough, reliable high-quality service. The Opportunity Reporting to an Operations Managers, you will be responsible for the site management and smooth running of around customer sites in and around Milton Keynes and surrounding areas. This will involve the ongoing management of approximately 40-60 part-time cleaning staff, the recruitment and training of new staff where required and carrying out regular quality audits with each customer. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest level of cleaning standards and customer and staff satisfaction is maintained through excellent customer service. What You ll Be Doing Performing regular site audits with customers Maintaining regular customer contact and ensuring continuous customer satisfaction Ensuring highest standards of cleanliness are maintained at all customer sites Recruitment and management of cleaning staff Ensuring health and safety standards are maintained at all times Maintaining regular contact with site teams to ensure awareness of site-specific requirements Planning, facilitating and monitoring ongoing training for site operatives Providing feedback on performance and to take responsibility for managing issues that may arise Ensuring sufficient amounts of cleaning equipment, materials and consumables on site Ensuring customer sites are fully manned including absence and holiday cover Submitting fortnightly pay-sheets, other administration such as holiday forms and carry out payroll tasks Carrying out any other duties that are required as directed by the Operations Manager Attending regular meetings with the Operations Manager and Operations Director at their head office About You Someone who has a "hands-on" attitude and has a balance of personnel management skills and business sense, in order to ensure operational success Pro-active, logical and forward thinking Flexible on working times Knowledgeable of the cleaning industry Someone with a strong desire to succeed and promote a high level of customer service Self-motivated Someone with excellent communication skills Able to take full responsibility for tasks Someone who manage teams in a supportive manner Have experience in the cleaning sector (essential) Have experience of managing a team A valid UK driver s license, satisfactory references and right to work in the UK Fairford Associates operates as an Employment Agency introducing work-seekers to client employers for direct employment by those employers. Please view our latest jobs on our website and follow us on Linkedin and Twitter. We do try to reply to each application personally, however as we receive a high number of applications for each role we handle it is not always possible to do this. Therefore, if we do not contact you within seven days your application for this particular role has not been successful. However, we have retained your CV and we will advise you of future roles that may be of interest.
Apr 27, 2026
Full time
Contracts Manager - Commercial Cleaning & FM Services Milton Keynes, Lton, Watford and Surrounding areas Basic salary circa £28k Company vehicle/mileage allowance, commission opportunities, on target revenue bonus circa £2k. Hours: 37.5 hours per week at times required to service customer sites Why Join? My client is a leading commercial cleaning company, committed to providing over 400 customers with an excellent cleaning service at a competitive price. Established in 1999, they provide a professional, fully comprehensive cleaning provision across Southern England in sectors that include schools, offices, medical and leisure facilities. Despite our fast growth, we still care about every customer, every contract and every member of staff. They pride themselves on their attention to detail and delivery of a thorough, reliable high-quality service. The Opportunity Reporting to an Operations Managers, you will be responsible for the site management and smooth running of around customer sites in and around Milton Keynes and surrounding areas. This will involve the ongoing management of approximately 40-60 part-time cleaning staff, the recruitment and training of new staff where required and carrying out regular quality audits with each customer. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest level of cleaning standards and customer and staff satisfaction is maintained through excellent customer service. What You ll Be Doing Performing regular site audits with customers Maintaining regular customer contact and ensuring continuous customer satisfaction Ensuring highest standards of cleanliness are maintained at all customer sites Recruitment and management of cleaning staff Ensuring health and safety standards are maintained at all times Maintaining regular contact with site teams to ensure awareness of site-specific requirements Planning, facilitating and monitoring ongoing training for site operatives Providing feedback on performance and to take responsibility for managing issues that may arise Ensuring sufficient amounts of cleaning equipment, materials and consumables on site Ensuring customer sites are fully manned including absence and holiday cover Submitting fortnightly pay-sheets, other administration such as holiday forms and carry out payroll tasks Carrying out any other duties that are required as directed by the Operations Manager Attending regular meetings with the Operations Manager and Operations Director at their head office About You Someone who has a "hands-on" attitude and has a balance of personnel management skills and business sense, in order to ensure operational success Pro-active, logical and forward thinking Flexible on working times Knowledgeable of the cleaning industry Someone with a strong desire to succeed and promote a high level of customer service Self-motivated Someone with excellent communication skills Able to take full responsibility for tasks Someone who manage teams in a supportive manner Have experience in the cleaning sector (essential) Have experience of managing a team A valid UK driver s license, satisfactory references and right to work in the UK Fairford Associates operates as an Employment Agency introducing work-seekers to client employers for direct employment by those employers. Please view our latest jobs on our website and follow us on Linkedin and Twitter. We do try to reply to each application personally, however as we receive a high number of applications for each role we handle it is not always possible to do this. Therefore, if we do not contact you within seven days your application for this particular role has not been successful. However, we have retained your CV and we will advise you of future roles that may be of interest.
