At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and improve safety and security operations for a vibrant university community.
- Company: Goldsmiths, a world-renowned university known for creativity and academic excellence.
- Benefits: 28 days annual leave, professional development support, and well-being initiatives.
- Other info: Agile working environment with great transport links and a supportive community.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on campus safety while fostering a welcoming environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in security management, strong leadership, and incident response skills.
The predicted salary is between 45770 - 55942 £ per year.
The Security Department forms part of the Estates & Facilities Directorate and is responsible for delivering a professional, responsive and customer-focused safety and security service across the Goldsmiths estate.
Operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, the team works in partnership with students, staff, contractors and external agencies to maintain a safe, secure and welcoming environment for the University community.
The department provides a wide range of services, including campus patrols, incident response, emergency management, control room operations, access control, CCTV and alarm monitoring, event support, safeguarding and the coordination of emergency responses.
Supporting Goldsmiths' commitment to student well being, inclusion and community engagement, the Security Team plays a vital role in protecting people, property and assets while contributing to a positive campus experience.
The Safety & Security Operations Manager is responsible for leading, developing, and continuously improving the University's operational security service to ensure a safe, secure, and supportive environment for students, staff, visitors, campus assets and properties.
In this capacity, the Safety & Security Operations Manager serves as the operational lead for university emergency preparedness, incident response, incident management, and stakeholder engagement.
- About the candidate
- Experience in security operations management.
- Have strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills suitable for a diverse university community.
- Incident management and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience in incident response, risk assessment, and emergency planning.
- Knowledge of modern security technologies and control systems.
- Ability to manage pressure and make rapid, informed decisions.
- Drive continuous improvement, and maintain a safe, secure and welcoming campus environment.
Goldsmiths is a world-renowned university that has a reputation for rigorous and innovative academic work; creativity has long been our hallmark.
Academic excellence and imaginative course content combine to make a place where creative minds can thrive.
Benefits
- an agile working environment
- 28 days' annual leave plus six paid closure days (four at Christmas and two at Easter) plus all Bank Holidays
- great transport links
- a defined benefit pension scheme
- support for professional development
- a broad range of well-being initiatives such as staff choir, running club, staff networks and creative writing classes.
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Safety & Security Operations Manager in City of Westminster employer: Goldsmiths University
Goldsmiths University is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises the well-being of its staff and students. With a commitment to professional development and a range of benefits including generous leave, a defined benefit pension scheme, and various well-being initiatives, employees are supported in both their personal and professional growth. The role of Safety & Security Operations Manager is pivotal in fostering a safe and welcoming environment, making it a rewarding opportunity for those passionate about community engagement and safety.
