Be part of our journey...

Location: St Mary’s Stadium & Staplewood Campus

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Criminal Record Check: Enhanced with Child Barred List

What is the role?

Be part of a friendly, fan and visitor-focused approach to delivering a safe, secure and enjoyable site, where you will help to embed a positive, proactive working culture that delivers continuous improvement across the delivery of our safety and security activities.

What will you be doing?

SECURITY

• Work as a team to deliver secure sites in line with policies and working procedures.
• Assist in practical implementation and improvement of documented site procedures.
• Work to establish a clear, consistent approach to physical site security and information security.
• Work with security infrastructure (e.g. CCTV, fire systems, entry control etc).
• Attend training and learning sessions and regular toolbox talks to maintain knowledge of emerging themes, trends and opportunities.
• Assist in embedding a culture of continuous improvement into developing policies, controls and working procedures.
• Maintain breach logs, statutory files, registers and error reporting site procedures.
• Conduct daily, weekly and monthly site inspections and reviews. Ensure all activities are properly documented and files maintained with Operations Team software.
• Report issues and concerns appropriately.

CROWD/VISITOR SAFETY

• Be a part of our team to deliver safe match days and events.

• Carry out pre match checks as directed by our Safety Officer.
• Work as part of the external team or control room team on match days at St Mary’s or Staplewood.

HEALTH & SAFETY

• Carry out fit to open/fit to operate checks.
• Assist in the development and certification of ISO 45,0001 management system.
• Work to embed an effective safety culture across our sites.
• Be a trained first aider and fire warden.
• Ensure all accidents, incidents and near misses are recorded appropriately and reported for action.

Is this you?

We are looking for someone who is inclusive, open-minded, friendly and professional, and is:

• Calm under pressure and focused on finding effective solutions.
• A good ambassador for the Safety & Security Team, able to deliver great visitor experiences.
• Motivated and able to work in a culture embracing continuous improvement and change.
• Willing to learn about safety and security systems and software.
• Has a current SIA license.
• Previous experience in security and safety roles.

How this benefits you…

If you are successful, you can look forward to a healthy benefits package.

• Access to x2 free match tickets for every home league game.
• Access to our staff Health & Wellbeing initiatives (Mental & Physical Health).
• Discounted Southampton Football Club merchandise.
• 25 days holiday per year excluding bank holidays plus your birthday off each year.
• Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Worldwide Travel Insurance for you and your family.
• Learning & Development opportunities - supporting you to develop your potential and achieve in your career.
• Free onsite parking.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Collaborative & inclusive working culture.

How can I apply?

Just click on the apply button, enter your details and answer a quick pre-screening questionnaire, then attach your CV.

The closing date for this role is the 17th August 2025.

*We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if a high volume of applicants are received. *