Job introduction
Are you naturally curious with an excellent attention to detail? We’re looking for an experienced investigator with a proven track record to manage investigation and assurance activities across all 22 SCS site locations. The investigation and assurance manager will define and implement physical security assurance measures and investigate theft related issues including breaches of site access and logistics process. Reporting to the Senior Security Manager, the Security Investigation and Assurance manager will be responsible for analysing site assurance data and investigation findings to identify risks relating to theft and loss, addressing gaps in process and implementing improvement projects to minimize impact and increase efficiency.
Role responsibility
- Investigations: Protect SCS by undertaking thorough and effective investigations, preparing evidence and recommendations for internal action or criminal/civil proceedings as necessary.
- Auditing and Compliance: Ensure adherence to site security plans, site access process and any relevant regulatory requirements.
- Oversee, manage asset-related risks, and ensure all processes meet the highest standards.
- Leading the identification and management of asset loss across end-to-end operations, using data, insight, and cross-functional collaboration to identify root causes and deliver sustainable solutions.
- Creating and embedding processes, policies, and supporting tools that promote a strong loss prevention culture across SCS Railways, ensuring they are clear, practical, and accessible for all teams.
- Data Analysis: Utilize data-driven insights to identify ordering and stock discrepancy trends and implement preventative measures.
- Briefing and guidance of the project team, subcontractors, suppliers and 3rd parties on the loss prevention strategy and procedures.
- Driving innovation and the upskilling of the project team in all security matters and continuous improvement.
- Supporting the wider security management team as required.
The ideal candidate
Essential Qualifications & Skills
- Experience of conducting complex investigations.
- Relevant security or risk-related education or experience - loss prevention, risk management, inventory management, investigations.
- Skilled in evidence preparation for civil or criminal proceedings
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal at all levels.
- Knowledge of GDPR standards, and regulatory compliance.
- A solution-oriented mindset and the ability to manage change effectively.
Desirable Qualifications & Skills
- Diploma in Security Management (NVQ Level 5) or industry related equivalent qualification.
- A recognized audit qualification.
- Member of ‘The Security Institute’ or ASIS.
- Relevant CSCS Card.
- Driver’s license.
About the Company
The role will work on the HS2 project. HS2 is the UK’s new high speed rail network. It will be a catalyst for economic growth across Britain, freeing up space on the existing railways and connecting 8 out of the UK’s 10 biggest cities with fast, reliable and frequent high speed services
The Skanska | Costain | STRABAG (SCS JV) is delivering the HS2 London Tunnels Contract. Scope of works includes twin-bored tunnels (TBM), SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks and the construction of site compounds.
You’ll be a welcomed member of the wider team, with opportunities to take on additional responsibility, join one of our networks for women, military or LGBT+ staff, and participate in cultural and social events with the local community (e.g. as a STEM ambassador).
Your personal and professional development is important to us. We welcome a discussion about how we can support you with further study, or professional membership or attainment for example.
HS2 – working with Skanska, Costain and STRABAG, closely monitors job applications, to ensure an inclusive recruitment process. To ensure we are able to maintain this, and to recruit a diverse workforce, we require candidates to complete the diversity form as part of their application so we are able to monitor and improve our approach to diversity. Please note, all responses are anonymous and we will not share any of your data with other parties. All data will be held securely, (as stated within the Data Protection Act 1998) and will be reported to HS2.
It is an SCSJV requirement that all employees, Design House, and Supply Chains must implement and comply with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System with guidance for use”, OHSAS 18001:2017 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Management System, Policies, Plans, Procedures and Processes, and statutory requirements as they affect the Joint Venture ‘s operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are effectively implemented on the project. Develop a culture of safety on the project through the absolute commitment to the Zero Accidents target and ethos, and develops a wider awareness of quality, environmental issues and demonstrates commitment to achieve continual improvement and Zero tolerance.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
SCS Railways is a Disability Confident Leader. We want to encourage disabled people to apply for our roles and have an opportunity to display your skills, talent, and abilities. We will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview.
Please see the disability confident commitments:
To be considered for an interview under this scheme you have:
- A physical or mental impairment, which has a substantial and long-term effect (over 12 months) adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities
- Demonstrated in your application and pre-interview stage that you meet the minimum job criteria and person specification for the role