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Working Hours: 48 hours per week, Monday to Friday with flexibility
Hourly Rate: £40,000 and Industry Leading Benefits
Lead security operations at one of Diageo’s most critical manufacturing sites.
Sodexo is recruiting a Security Manager to oversee operations at our flagship site in Leven, Fife—a high-traffic, high-priority location that plays a key role in Diageo’s production network.
If you're an experienced leader with a background in gatehouse and manufacturing site security, and thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
What you’ll do:
Lead and support a professional on-site security team across the Leven and Cameron Bridge sites
Oversee security operations at the East and West Gatehouses, ensuring effective access control, vehicle movement management, and site safety
Work closely with two experienced deputy managers responsible for rostering and team performance, allowing you to focus on training, compliance, and client relationships
Support scheduling and operational flexibility—being hands-on where needed, particularly in the early months of onboarding
Act as a visible presence across both sites (security vehicle provided), with the ability to adapt to ad-hoc operational needs
Liaise directly with the site leadership team and stakeholders, including a dotted line to the Security Director, to manage risk, reporting, and site security plans
Deliver audits, manage incident response, and ensure the team meets compliance standards, training requirements, and SIA licensing obligations
What you bring:
5+ years’ experience in the security sector, with at least 1 year in a gatehouse or manufacturing security leadership role
Proven experience managing large teams and navigating complex personalities and team dynamics
Strong scheduling and rostering knowledge, ideally with experience in managing traffic flow (LVG experience beneficial)
Adaptable and proactive, with a hands-on approach to operational needs
Comfortable engaging directly with clients, presenting security plans, and contributing to strategic risk management
Full UK driving licence and the ability to travel between sites using the provided security vehicle
Willingness to maintain a site presence once weekly after onboarding, with flexibility to increase presence when necessary
What we offer:
Competitive hourly rate and full-time permanent contract
Security vehicle (van/jeep) provided for site travel
Supportive and experienced deputy team to help with day-to-day operations
Access to Sodexo’s employee benefits and wellbeing resources
Career development opportunities in a high-profile role within the UK Corporate Services segment
Ready to take ownership of security at one of Diageo’s most vital production hubs?This is more than a site management role—it's a chance to shape standards, lead a committed team, and be a strategic partner to the client. Join us and help drive operational excellence at a key UK location.
About Sodexo:
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in sustainable food and valued experiences, we believe in creating a great workplace for our people and amazing experiences for our clients and consumers. We’re a team that brings together diverse talents, backgrounds, and perspectives to deliver on our promise every day.
Ready to lead our security team at Diageo Leven? Apply today and make a real impact.
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