About the role

  • Head of Physical Security leading security practices across Babcock. Ensuring protection of infrastructure and national security while managing complex projects and stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the strategic direction for physical security across Babcock
  • Ensure the protection of people, sites, and assets in the UK and overseas
  • Influence senior stakeholders, drive risk reduction, and shape security standards
  • Deliver evidence-based Physical Security reviews across the UK estate
  • Act as the primary point of contact for physical security issues with key stakeholders
  • Promote security as a business enabler, managing influential relationships
  • Provide regular reporting to senior leadership on security posture and risk mitigation
  • Lead and inspire Physical Security teams across the organisation

Requirements

  • In-depth understanding of physical security best practice and UK Government Security Classification standards
  • Proven track record in a senior Physical Security role within defence or critical national infrastructure
  • Strong leadership experience and ability to deliver complex security projects
  • Experience managing international security requirements and associated travel
  • Eligible for DV clearance and meets nationality requirements

Benefits

  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
  • Car allowance, Private Medical Insurance, Annual Incentive Plan
  • Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
  • Employee share scheme and shopping savings portal
  • Payment of Professional Fees
  • Reservists receive 10-days special paid leave
  • Holiday Trading and ‘Be Kind Day’ volunteering leave
  • Flexible working options and a dynamic environment

Job title

Head of Physical Security

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

Location requirements

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