Job Description
Security & Emergency Preparedness Advisor
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 & 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.
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!