Security & Emergency Preparedness Advisor in Stevenston

Chemring Energetics UK is a global business providing a range of equipment based on energetic materials for defence, civil defence, and key commercial customers. We're looking for a Security & Emergency Preparedness Advisor to join our HSE team at Ardeer, reporting to the HSE Manager. This is a key role in managing the day-to-day fire management and security operations at Ardeer, ensuring that the site has suitable and sufficient controls to prevent fire and maintain resilience against any physical security threats.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and provide expert specialist security and emergency preparedness advice for the business.
• Lead and coordinate training for Emergency Response Teams (ERTs).
• Develop, maintain, and implement emergency plans to ensure a consistent and coordinated response system.
• Provide effective physical security practices for a high-hazard manufacturing facility.
• Develop security plans in line with relevant legislation and guidance.
• Manage the physical security operation at Ardeer, including the Security Officer team and interface with contractors.
• Assist the DGSA on transportation of hazardous materials entering and leaving the site.
• Implement Chemring Group Security Standards across Ardeer operations.
• Develop and enforce physical security standards, procedures, and risk assessments.
• Maintain security logs, documentation, and prepare regular security reports.
• Conduct security inspections, audits, and general monitoring to ensure compliance.
• Ensure compliance with the security provisions in the Explosives Regulations 2014 (L151).
• Support the development of ERT processes and COMAH emergency planning with Local Resilience Partnerships.
• Maintain an upward briefing and coordination system for strategic, tactical, and operational support.
• Lead investigations into physical security incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct fire risk assessments, develop fire plans, and liaise with local fire services.
• Train fire wardens and staff in fire prevention, evacuation drills, and fire management assurance processes.
• Arrange regular fire alarm tests and site-wide fire drills.

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualification with Security Institute – BTEC Level 3 Security Management.
• Knowledge of The Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006.
• Experience in security, logistics, or defence environments.
• Proven supervisory experience.
• Valid UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• NEBOSH Certificate – Fire & Risk Management (or equivalent).

The Ideal Candidate

• Personally committed to Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental standards.
• Strong bias for action to identify potential problems and coordinate resolutions proactively.
• Continually seeks and implements new ideas that deliver business benefit.
• Ability to lead, build, and develop effective relationships, instilling a strong Security Culture.
• Strong IT, communication, and team-working skills.
• Knowledge of company policies and procedures to ensure site and company compliance.

Benefits

In return, we offer a competitive salary plus excellent benefits, including pension, healthcare, employee assistance programmes, and a range of flexible benefits such as Cycle2Work and employee discounts.

Application

If you're ready to play a key role in maintaining Ardeer's security and emergency preparedness and to shape a strong safety and security culture, we'd love to hear from you! Please apply by submitting your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to careers@chemringenergetics.co.uk.