Operations Manager - Drugs Detection & General Purpose Patrol Dogs ICTS UK Canine are recruiting for a committed, dedicated and experienced Operations Manager. You will need to be flexible, experienced, detail orientated, adaptable, and conversant with the following accreditations: National Canine Training Accreditation Scheme Private Security (NCTAS-P) National Association of Security Dog Users (NASDU) Level 4 Explosives Level 3 Drugs & Pyrotechnics Level 2 Patrol Dogs NPCC/ACPO Place of Work - Our Training Centre is at Farndish, Northamptonshire with a mandatory requirement to travel Nationally, with the possibility of overnight stays. Essential: Proven experience of working with Drugs Detection Dogs. Proven experience with General Purpose Patrol Dogs The ability to work autonomously Computer literate Excellent communication skills Initiative-taking Full UK driving license Background checks will be conducted to Counter Terrorism Checks (CTC) level Right to work in the UK 5-year checkable history Excellent ability to manage high profile clients and stakeholders. Desirable : Prior Police, Military or Government Agency dog training qualification. SIA Licence Role profile: Day to day management of both Drugs Detection, and General Purpose Patrol Dog dept. Rostering in conjunction with client contracts and in full compliance of Client contractual KPI's Communicate and liaise with other team members, stakeholders, and outside agencies on a regular basis, providing regular and accurate updates on the team's performance Ensure the health and welfare of dogs is always maintained as a priority. Maintain and ensure safe handling of training samples, prevent cross contamination, and ensure longevity of samples through correct storage and handling techniques Drive company vehicles as required. (Company vehicle and fuel card supplied) Comply with company processes, policies and procedures Conduct risk assessments as required. Maintain vehicle, equipment, and project equipment Full induction training, uniform and health and safety equipment are provided, and you will also have access to: Personal Pension Scheme Health Insurance Scheme Discount shopping platform Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work Scheme Established in 1987, ICTS specialises in the provision of integrated security and customer services within the most demanding environments. ICTS works with major public attractions, leisure, financial, retail, public sector, transport and government bodies. We take our commitment to principles of fairness and mutual respect for people of all faiths and cultures seriously and we expect our employees to do the same.