Physical Security Systems Manager

This is a unique opportunity for a Physical Security Systems Manager to influence the design and operation of security systems within a major new entertainment destination.

At YTL Live, we're creating one of the UK's most exciting entertainment destinations. As Physical Security Systems Manager, you'll help shape the security technology that protects our venues, events, people and assets. 

You'll work across a major new arena, entertainment district and event spaces, helping to build a best-in-class security operation from the ground up.

What you'll do

You'll lead the management and continuous improvement of our physical security systems across the YTL Live estate.

Your role will include:

• managing the lifecycle of security systems, including CCTV, access control, fire alarms, communications systems and screening technology
• working with suppliers and technology partners to maintain, upgrade and improve systems performance
• supporting the selection, testing and implementation of new security technology solutions
• providing technical advice and subject matter expertise to operational security teams and project stakeholders
• developing reporting and data insights that improve security and operational decision-making
• supporting training and knowledge sharing for security teams and system users
• working closely with colleagues across security, technology, operations, construction and events to deliver integrated solutions
• identifying opportunities for innovation, automation and continuous improvement.

What you'll need

• Significant experience managing enterprise security systems.
• Experience working with CCTV, access control and other integrated security technologies.
• Experience managing security technology suppliers and service providers.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• An understanding of data protection and information security requirements.
• Experience delivering system upgrades, maintenance programmes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• The ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to a range of audiences.
• Confidence working across multiple teams and business functions.
• A Level 4 qualification in Integrated Security Systems or a related discipline.
• Experience integrating multiple systems into a central security management platform.
• Knowledge of networking, fibre infrastructure or systems integration.
• Professional security, project management or information security qualifications
• Experience working in venues, entertainment, transport, critical infrastructure or other high-footfall environments.

What you'll receive

• A combined pension contribution of up to 20%.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
• A car allowance.
• Performance-related bonus.
• The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year.
• The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions).
• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
• The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions).
• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
• One paid volunteering day each year.
• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
• Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform.
• Support from trained mental health first aiders.
• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us.

Who we are

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:

• Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
• YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 450-acre former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
• YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors
• YTL Live – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space
• plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.

Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.

We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.