About this role
Join an established security company where your judgement makes a difference.
Cole Security Services Ltd has been protecting people, property, and businesses across Greater Manchester and the North West since 2006. We are seeking an experienced, proactive, and highly motivated Site Security Manager to lead the delivery of security services. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing on-site security operations, developing and supporting security personnel, maintaining the highest standards of service delivery, and building strong relationships with our client to ensure a safe and secure environment.
We are seeking an experienced, professional, and motivated Site Security Manager to lead the delivery of security services at a prestigious site. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong leadership skills, operational experience, and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service while maintaining the highest security standards.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day security operation, leading the on-site security team, ensuring compliance with company procedures, and building strong relationships with both the client and internal management.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the daily operation of the site's security services.
- Supervise, motivate, and monitor the performance of all site security officers.
- Conduct monthly Quality Inspection Reports and Site Audits, reporting findings to the Operations Manager.
- Identify training needs and support the ongoing development of all security personnel.
- Carry out staff appraisals and performance reviews.
- Ensure all site keys, security equipment, and documentation are properly managed and accounted for.
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and personnel matters where required.
- Report serious incidents and accidents involving security personnel to senior management.
- Ensure all officers maintain high standards of appearance, professionalism, and customer service.
- Conduct site risk assessments and implement appropriate control measures.
- Manage major incidents and liaise with emergency services when necessary.
- Maintain accurate site records and ensure all administration is completed correctly and on time.
- Build and maintain excellent working relationships with the client and site management.
- Support daily operations and assist the Scheduling Team with emergency shift cover when required.
- Prepare operational reports, presentations, and management information.
Essential Requirements
- Valid SIA Door Supervisor Licence.
- Valid CCTV Licence.
- Previous experience managing security operations within a commercial, corporate, industrial, or public sector environment.
- Experience in logistics (desirable).
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience conducting investigations, audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
- Strong report writing and administrative skills.
- Ability to remain calm and make effective decisions under pressure.
- Good knowledge of health and safety legislation and security best practice.
- Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
- Full UK Driving Licence (desirable depending on location).
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will be
- A confident and approachable leader.
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
- Professional, reliable, and trustworthy.
- Customer-focused with excellent problem-solving skills.
- Able to motivate, coach, and develop a high-performing team.
- Flexible and willing to support operational requirements when needed.
What We Offer
- Salary £34.5k to £37k per annum
- Full-time, permanent employment.
- 45 hours per week.
- Company pension (subject to eligibility).
- Annual leave entitlement.
- Bereavement leave.
- Free on-site parking.
- Supportive, professional working environment.
- Opportunity to join an established, family-run business with a strong reputation across Greater Manchester and the North West.
Pay: £34,500.00-£37,000.00 per year
Benefits
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
About security roles for ex-police
Security management, operations and consultancy roles. Years of operational policing — command, incident response, public order — translate directly into corporate security, and employers in this sector actively rate police experience.
See all security jobs in Manchester →Why this fits a police background — match score 80/100
- Incident command & response
- Protection & firearms
- Investigative casework
- Multi-agency & police liaison
- Risk & threat assessment
What security roles pay ex-police
Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026
| Security officer (SIA) | £24,000–£29,000 |
| Security supervisor / team leader | £28,000–£34,000 |
| Site / security manager | £38,000–£52,000 |
| Regional / operations security manager | £50,000–£65,000 |