Safety & Security Officer

Organisation: Southampton Football Club
Salary: Competitive
Location: Southampton
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 18 August 2025
Job Description: Be part of our journey...
Location: St Mary’s Stadium & Staplewood Campus
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Criminal Record Check: Enhanced with Child Barred List

What is the role?

Be part of a friendly, fan and visitor-focused approach to delivering a safe, secure and enjoyable site, where you will help to embed a positive, proactive working culture that delivers continuous improvement across the delivery of our safety and security activities.

What will you be doing?

SECURITY

Work as a team to deliver secure sites in line with policies and working procedures.
Assist in practical implementation and improvement of documented site procedures.
Work to establish a clear, consistent approach to physical site security and information security.
Work with security infrastructure (e.g. CCTV, fire systems, entry control etc).
Attend training and learning sessions and regular toolbox talks to maintain knowledge of emerging themes, trends and opportunities.
Assist in embedding a culture of continuous improvement into developing policies, controls and working procedures.
Maintain breach logs, statutory files, registers and error reporting site procedures.
Conduct daily, weekly and monthly site inspections and reviews. Ensure all activities are properly documented and files maintained with Operations Team software.
Report issues and concerns appropriately.
CROWD/VISITOR SAFETY

Be a part of our team to deliver safe match days and events.
Carry out pre match checks as directed by our Safety Officer.
Work as part of the external team or control room team on match days at St Mary’s or Staplewood.

HEALTH & SAFETY

Carry out fit to open/fit to operate checks.
Assist in the development and certification of ISO 45,0001 management system.
Work to embed an effective safety culture across our sites.
Be a trained first aider and fire warden.
Ensure all accidents, incidents and near misses are recorded appropriately and reported for action.
Is this you?

We are looking for someone who is inclusive, open-minded, friendly and professional, and is:

Calm under pressure and focused on finding effective solutions.
A good ambassador for the Safety & Security Team, able to deliver great visitor experiences.
Motivated and able to work in a culture embracing continuous improvement and change.
Willing to learn about safety and security systems and software.
Has a current SIA license.
Previous experience in security and safety roles.
How this benefits you…

If you are successful, you can look forward to a healthy benefits package.

Access to x2 free match tickets for every home league game.
Access to our staff Health & Wellbeing initiatives (Mental & Physical Health).
Discounted Southampton Football Club merchandise.
25 days holiday per year excluding bank holidays plus your birthday off each year.
Contributory Pension Scheme.
Worldwide Travel Insurance for you and your family.
Learning & Development opportunities - supporting you to develop your potential and achieve in your career.
Free onsite parking.
Cycle to Work Scheme.
Collaborative & inclusive working culture.
How can I apply?

Just click on the apply button, enter your details and answer a quick pre-screening questionnaire, then attach your CV.

The closing date for this role is the 17th August 2025.

*We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if a high volume of applicants are received. *
How to apply: https://saintsfc.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/SFC001/job/St-Marys-Stadium/Safety---Security-Officer_RQ-033311