Security and Vetting Officer

Note for Recruitment Agencies:_
- We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release._
- We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable - please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner._

**Security and Vetting Officer**

**Southampton**

An opportunity has arisen for a Security and Vetting Officer to join the team at Galliford Try.

Ideally, you will based in or around the Southampton Area.

**What you will be doing**:
The NSVO will
- Liaise with the site management team and supply chain to identify individuals needing security clearance.
- Issue forms to applicants. Advise applicant on carrying out Basic Criminal Record Disclosure.
- On completion of the forms, meet individuals to check the forms and supporting information are all correct (very often the applicant will need to provide additional information or ID, so this may occur more than once per applicant) and to check and copy their ID.
- Take up the 2 references (phone calls)
- Advise successful applicant and confirm to them their obligations - obtain signature.
- Maintain a BPSS register and copy to GT Security Manager
- Liaise with guard room to arrange for access passes for those with BPSS. Issue passes if appropriate
- At the appropriate time, notify anyone who’s BPSS will need renewing prior to the project completion

**About You**:
Prior to carrying out their duties, the NSVO will need to obtain **SC (Security Check)** clearance (not necessarily before appointment).

They will receive training by GT Security Manager to carry out their duties and will receive continued support where required.

This is mainly an administrative role which requires a systematic and thorough approach.

All NSVO duties are to be carried out in strict compliance with GDPR.

**What We Can Offer in Return**:
With an impressive order book of over £3.2 billion we are one of the industry’s leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success, so if you’re committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.

We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our ‘Be Well’ programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues.

We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential.

Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged.

Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team.

**Our benefits**:
We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary.
- Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
- A wide range of corporate discounts
- Childcare vouchers
- Cycle to Work schemes
- Comprehensive pension plan
- Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
- Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it
- Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role

**About us**:
Named Contractor of the Year by the Water Industry Awards, Galliford Try is one of the UK’s leading construction businesses with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in.

Our purpose is to improve people’s lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.

We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, puttin