Dec 3, 2018

Post Security and Transport Manager

Employer:British Embassy
Location: Madrid , Spain
Start: 1 Feb 2019

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities) 
The British Embassy in Madrid is part of a world-wide network, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas and we are seeking to recruit a Post Security and Transport Manager (PSM) in order to comply with the requisite provision of Duty of Care to all Embassy and consulate staff, UK-Based families, visitors and contractors on our premises. The PSM’s main purpose is to monitor the threat, supervise the guarding, co-ordinate security clearances and provide professional advice on physical security matters.



In more detail, main duties and responsibilities will include:

Prepare reports on matters of security interest, including incident returns to Estates and Security Directorate;
Provide general advice on physical and procedural security and implementation of States of Vigilance;
Train and supervise the locally engaged guards and reception staff;
Oversee control of access arrangements and tests of the local emergency radio and satellite phones;
Conduct periodic patrols, security checks, practices of emergency response drills and security clearence processes for new arrivals at the Embassy;
Liaise with the Police Diplomatic Protection Branch and with the security staff at other friendly Missions;
Account for, be able to operate and arrange maintenance of security equipment (e.g, metal detector arches, X-ray scanner);
Report and record any breaches of security and investigate and report any security related incidents;
Act as Embassy Fire Officer and be part of Crisis Management committee member.
Essential qualifications, skills and experience 
Fluency in English and Spanish (both oral and written);
Excellent organisational, communication and team working skills;
Interpersonal skills;
Strong eye for detail;
Experience in security management;
Line Management experience;
Time management and prioritising tasks skills;
Budget management and risk assessment experience.
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience 
Experience in physical security.


Required competencies 
Changing and Improving, Making Effective Decisions, Leading and Communicating, Building Capability for All, Managing a Quality Service, Demonstrating Resilience

Application deadline  :16 December 2018

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