Head of Security and Operations

Are you an experienced leader within the justice sector, with a strong background in operations? Do you thrive in high-stakes environments where effective risk management and rehabilitative strategies are crucial? HMP Addiewell is seeking a Head of Security and Operations to join our dynamic team, where you'll play a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of our prison, while also contributing to a culture of rehabilitation and continuous improvement. As the Head of Security and Operations, you will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, responsible for devising and implementing strategies that balance security and operational risks with rehabilitative approaches. Your role involves anticipating and mitigating operational, financial, contractual, and reputational risks through dynamic threat analysis and effective intelligence gathering and dissemination. You will be instrumental in creating a secure and rehabilitative environment for prisoners, staff, and visitors, while ensuring that all activities are aligned with public protection standards. You will work closely with various departments within the prison and maintain significant relationships with external partners such as Police Scotland, SPS Head of Operations, security functions, and the Security Sub-Group.Your role will also involve ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and standards, leading governance and quality assurance processes, and acting as the corruption prevention and professional standards lead. This is a challenging and rewarding position that requires a blend of strategic thinking, operational expertise, and strong leadership skills.

Ideals:

• Extensive operational experience within prisons.
• Technical knowledge of relevant prison legislation, standards, and audit processes.
• In-depth understanding of the wider criminal justice system.
• A strong and consistent moral compass with the ability to provide value-based leadership.
• The ability to exercise sound judgment in a politically sensitive environment.
Desirables:
• Experience as the public face of a large organisation, including delivering public speeches.
• Contract knowledge and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of commercial financial management processes and procedures.
• Project management and risk management skills.
• Experience in business continuity planning.
  
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Permanent Full time NEW At Sodexo Justice we believe in growing our talent from within! Internal applicants we want hear from you! What we are Offering:
• Salary up to £70,000, depending on experience.
• Up to 15% performance-based bonus.
• Role is eligible £1,300 annual management fund.
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, private healthcare, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice. For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.