Security Controller – Water Utility Sector

Physical Security Controller – Water Utility Sector

Reed, on behalf of United Utilities are recruiting for a permanent Security Manager,who has knowledge of the Utilities or a similar sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Risk Assessments — Lead threat, vulnerability, and risk assessments across treatment works, pumping stations, reservoirs, laboratories, and administrative sites.
• Incident Response — Lead responses to security breaches, vandalism, trespass, insider threats, and critical infrastructure interference.
• Regulatory Compliance — Ensure compliance with UK water sector security standards (e.g., Defra/DWI regulations, NPSA guidance)
• Security Guarding oversight — Manage relationships with property teams, guarding services, Close Protection Officers, AMC
• Emergency Preparedness — Coordinate with emergency services, resilience teams, and local authorities on contingency planning.
• Training & Awareness — Deliver staff training on security protocols, suspicious activity reporting, and site-specific procedures.
• Audit & Reporting — Produce regular reports on security performance, incidents, and improvement plans for senior leadership.
• Security Authority Engagement – Manages relationship and engagement with local police forces, Counter Terrorism, National Fraud

Required Skills & Competencies

• Critical Infrastructure Security knowledge
• Strong understanding of water sector operations and distributed asset risks preferable
• Expertise in CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, and perimeter protection
• Ability to interpret and apply UK regulatory frameworks
• Excellent incident management, communication, and decision-making skills

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in physical security management within utilities, critical infrastructure, or industrial environments
• Knowledge of UK water sector resilience standards
• Experience with large-scale security deployments
• Background in law enforcement, military, or corporate security (optional but beneficial)
• Reports to: Chief Security Officer

To be considered for this role, please forward an up to date CV.