View Vacancy – Post Security and Deputy Fire Safety Manager (BEL25.027)

Who are we? 

The British Embassy in Brussels is part of a world-wide network of nearly 270 Diplomatic Posts, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas. 

Our daily work relies on the input of dedicated individuals who engage on many different topics and activities. We seek to employ a diverse range of candidates who bring their own talents and perspectives to the role. We have a strong corporate agenda that ensures we create a positive and inclusive working environment where everyone is valued for their contribution.

The British Embassy works to strengthen the relationship between the UK and Belgium, and collaborate in key areas including security and foreign policy, economic relations and consular affairs. 

The Embassy is now recruiting for a Post Security and Deputy Fire Safety Manager. 

Main purpose of job:

The role of Post Security Manager is a crucial position where your leadership and expertise will be essential in ensuring the safety and security of our operations. This opportunity provides a stimulating and challenging work environment that upholds the principles of diversity and inclusion. Embrace a role where your skills are valued, and your professional growth is nurtured. Join us in creating a secure and forward-thinking workplace. 

Our successful candidate will promote a safe and secure working environment for the staff and visitors of the British Embassy and UK Mission to the EU in Brussels through high standards of management of protective physical security.

The role will involve being on call (an allowance is payable) and the role will require, on occasion, some long hours above the contracted weekly hours, including sometimes outside core hours or at weekends. CSB does have the advantage of offering Time off in Lieu (TOIL) for extra time worked. CSB also offers flexible working where possible.

Roles and responsibilities: 

• Ensuring all staff and visitors are safe and secure through robust access control and physical security checks across all Mission buildings.
• Oversee the effective day-to-day management, motivation and professional training of a team of Security Officers and Contracted Guards across Mission buildings.
• Provide a professional interface with the public including consular visitors.
• Responsible for security vetting for new staff joining the Three Missions, managing breach procedures and issuing security reports to London.
• Responsibility for conducting and leading security training including fire, emergency and evacuation drills; updating and maintaining the Post Security Regulations.
• Act as secretariat to the Post Security Committee, responsible for identifying and managing potential threats to staff and buildings, including staff residential accommodation, working closely with the Regional Security Advisor.
• Maintain CCTV systems, access control and related security systems.
• Promote security awareness and culture at post, providing advice to staff and dependants on security risks.
• Close liaison with local security organisations including Police, the MFA and Interior Ministry, associated Diplomatic/Country Based security managers of friendly missions.
• Maintain a log of daily occurrences / events/function and visitors;
• Role of the Deputy Fire Safety Manager by testing fire and emergency alarms weekly.
• Conduct regular drills and training on security issues (eg.. Run, Hide Tell; Think Before You Link).

The Embassy is seeking to build a diverse security workforce providing equal opportunities, achieving full inclusivity, and eliminating all forms of discrimination so please feel to apply.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

Our Ideal Candidate shows: 

• Full professional proficiency in English (written and spoken, minimum of C1 level for CEFR framework*);
• A minimum of 5 years previous security experience;
• A minimum of 2 years previous experience of staff management;
• Excellent organisational skills;
• Ability to work unsupervised;
• Flexibility & ability to maintain professionalism under pressure;
• Full driving licence;
• Relevant PC experience including MS Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint).