Security Co-ordinator – Headquarters

Reference: MAY

Location:

The Lodge, Sandy SG19 based + Bedford MK42
Salary: £28,940.00 - £30,898.00 Per Annum

Terms:

Permanent, Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week

At the RSPB, creating a safe, secure and welcoming environment is at the heart of everything we do. As our Security Co‑ordinator, you’ll play an important role in supporting this across two sites: UKHQ at The Lodge in Sandy, Bedfordshire SG19, and the Logistics and Distribution Centre in Bedford MK42.

The Lodge is both the RSPB’s UK Headquarters and a much loved nature reserve, welcoming visitors every day. You’ll work closely with reserve staff, volunteers and colleagues to support facilities, physical security and day to day operation helping ensure everyone who works at or visits the site feels safe and supported.

We are looking for someone with demonstrable experience to coordinate site security, helping to minimise risks and maintain a safe and compliant environment. Acting as the first point of contact for out of hours queries, you’ll provide a wide range of operational security support across UKHQ.

This includes monitoring security systems and working with contractors, equipment suppliers and external security providers to ensure services are fully operational and delivered to a high standard. You’ll identify and elevate issues, recommend or take action to resolve them, and regularly review and improve security processes.

You’ll carry out key operational tasks, including daily site lock‑up (Monday to Friday), ensuring buildings are secure, and liaising with colleagues and security providers for activities such as late openings or emergencies. You’ll also manage the UKHQ  and access system, ensuring appropriate access for staff, visitors and contractors while maintaining security and compliance.

The role involves confidence in using standard digital tools (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook or equivalent) for maintaining accurate records and reporting on security, health and safety, fire and incidents, including carrying out investigations where needed. You’ll provide regular updates to senior colleagues and bring together relevant H&S and security information to support the wider team. From time to time, you may also support additional duties in line with operational needs.