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Protecting the Vision. Delivering a Safe and World-Class Games.
Your Skills. Our Stage. Let’s Make History.
Glasgow 2026 needs YOU.
We’re hiring for one of our most pivotal leadership roles:
Head of Security & Event Safety
This is a rare opportunity to lead the Security, Safety & Medical Functional Area for a global, multi-venue event – shaping the safety and success of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
The Role
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you’ll work at the heart of our Operations Division – collaborating with key partners including Commonwealth Sport, Police Scotland, emergency services, local authorities, and venue teams.
You’ll be responsible for the strategic and tactical planning of all security, safety, and medical operations across all Games venues and phases – ensuring a seamless, secure, and inclusive experience for everyone involved.
Lead the planning and delivery of all safety, security & medical functions
Oversee crisis response, risk management, and readiness programmes
Drive stakeholder alignment and venue integration
Represent the Games at executive and governmental levels
What You Bring - this is BIG role, therefore we need as a minimum...
Proven leadership in major event safety/security
Crowd safety qualification (Level 4 or 5)
Experience managing large, complex teams under pressure
In-depth knowledge of UK public safety frameworks
For a detailed Job Description and How to Apply visit here :
https://lnkd.in/epbdgxX3
We’re a Disability Confident Committed employer – please let us know if you need any support with your application.
Be part of something bold. Be part of Glasgow 2026.
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