Security Services Manager

Security Services Manager Grade VIII

Purpose of the Role:

The post holder will provide leadership, management, compliance to standards, future services planning and staff development for the security remit ensuring the achievement of both national and EU objectives. The post holder will also have responsibility for the overall management of the CHI car park.

The Security Department comprises of security and car park services. In addition, the post holder will be required to act as Deputy Helipad Manager/Chief Helipad Officer. This department has key hospital areas within its sphere of activity. The post holder will represent the department at various hospital forums, external agency settings, maintain a stable business as usual environment in the existing hospital sites, Urgent Care Centres and Programme Offices and lead the migration of the Security Department to the National Children’s Hospital Ireland.

The role will provide direction, governance and efficient and effective resource management of the Security Department:

The post holder will work within a risk and quality management framework to achieve the monitoring of activity performance and compliance with statutory regulations and standards such as the:

· The Private Security Act (2004)

· Children’s First Act (2015)

· Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act (2005)

· Factories Act (1901-1920)

· Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor Requirements

· Fire Services Act (1991-1993)

· HTM 05-02 (Fire Code)

· Building Control Regulations (1997-2021)

· Building Control Amendment Regulations (BCAR)

· Safety, Health and Welfare at work (Construction) Regulations 2013

· Technical Guidance Document B – Fire Safety

· Hospital Fire Prevention and Evacuation Guide (WHO) involving both internal and external stakeholders

· International Civil Aviation Organisation Annex 14 Volume 2 Guidelines.

Essential Criteria:

· Minimum 5 years senior management experience within a healthcare security service.

· Relevant Level 7 qualification

· Evidence of CPD in security

· Knowledge of best practice security and surveillance technology, strategies and policies

· Proven track record of in developing a highly motivated team

· Excellent IT /MIS tool and MIS reporting skills

· Financial management experience for budgets.

· Exceptional internal customer service and change management skills across CHI Security contracts

· Management of security contractors in line with contract SLAs

· Ensure the contractors flexibility to attend to matters during normal working hours, outside normal working hours and weekends as required.

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills essential - the provision of patient parent, visitors and staff service is paramount and end user care is a key element of this role

· Ability to manage staff and deal with issues as they arise

· Open and honest communication with a strong sense of accountability and role ownership

· Excellent IT and MS Office skills and familiar with the use of smart technology

· Knowledge of legal regulations in relation to security management

· Previous experience in contractor management

· Due to the physically demanding nature of this role, it is essential that the successful candidate is physically fit and in excellent general health

· Proven ability to work well in a team environment

How to Apply and Informal Enquiries:

Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.

The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is Monday 2nd March 2026 at 11.45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Sean.Browne@childrenshealthireland.ie

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Team rachel.sheridan@childrenshealthireland.ie

PLEASE NOTE:

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

So that the Onboarding team can confirm your start date, you will need to ensure that your mandatory training is completed at least 7 days prior to your commencement date.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2026.

· 13thApril

· 11thMay

· 8thJune