Dardan Security
Security Manager - Cambridge - CB21
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About us
Dardan have a wealth of experience in delivering smart security solutions that go beyond safeguarding buildings, property, and staff. We combine the best in technology, mobile services, physical guarding, and consultancy.
Our mission
Be ethical, be authentic, be agile and be smart. We do our best and then do a little bit more, every time.
Our Vision
To be a trusted partner for Security solutions through intelligence, innovation, and influence.
Reward and Benefits
- Unlimited training and opportunities to progress
- £41,712.00 per annum
- 40 hours per week
- 8-hour shifts, working Monday to Friday
- Weekly shift rotation of 07:00 - 15:00, 10:00 - 18:00 and 14:00 - 22:00
- 28 days paid holiday (including bank holidays)
- Recognition rewards
- Access to a 24/7 employee wellbeing support line
- Virtual GP Service
- Earn an extra bonus through recommend a Friend Scheme, no limits
The Opportunity
Our client is a dynamic and professional working environment within a leading biotechnology company based in the exceptional surroundings of Granta Park. As a world-renowned centre for scientific innovation and discovery, the site is home to cutting-edge research, international collaboration, and a diverse community.
The role of Security Manager is highly respected and will form an integral part of the site's leadership team, responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment across this prestigious corporate site. This is a visible and influential position that requires a proactive leader capable of delivering outstanding security services while fostering strong working relationships with the client, colleagues, and external partners.
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Your duties include (but are not limited to):
- Managing the day-to-day security operation across the client site
- Leading, mentoring, and developing the onsite security team, ensuring professional standards and compliance requirements are met
- Conducting regular audits, inspections, and risk assessments
- Managing access control systems, CCTV operations, and security technologies
- Developing and implementing site security procedures
- Liaising closely with the client, contractors, and key stakeholders
- Managing staff rotas, attendance, performance reviews, and training requirements
- Delivering exceptional customer service while maintaining a secure environment
- Ensuring compliance with all company policies, site instructions, and relevant legislation
Full in-house training will be provided.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Valid SIA Licence
- Previous experience in a Security Supervisor, Security Manager, or similar leadership role
- Right to work in the UK and a five-year checkable history
- Punctual and reliable
- Passionate about creating an exceptional customer experience
- Knowledge of the MS packages (excel, word, outlook)
- Highly intuitive with a curious mindset
- Highly presentable in line with our corporate brand
- Resilient and proactive in your work
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We are Dardan
Dardan is a people focused, privately owned specialist security company. We choose our employees carefully and value them greatly. We know that our people are our greatest asset and as such we invest in their development. A career with us means joining an ACS Pacesetter & a company listed on Infologue’s “One to Watch”.
Diversity, Inclusion and Equality
At Dardan, we are committed to building a workforce of talented, intuitive, and ethical professionals. We do this through attracting and retaining a diverse group of people and encourage an inclusive environment for us and our clients.
We hire the best people available and have a continuously evolving culture where everybody is celebrated and respected, which we believe is critical for fostering innovation and collaboration. We recognise the strength in growing a workforce that encourages different ideas in line with our shared values.
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