Security Administrator

RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Title: Security & Personnel Administrator (Contract)

Location: Preston
Contract Type: Long-term contract (12 months+)
Pay Rate: £18.58 per hour (PAYE, inside IR35)
Hours: 38.75 hours per week (paid lunch break included)
Clearance Requirement: Must be eligible for BPSS clearance

Overview

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Security & Personnel Administrator to support the Personnel and Physical Security Department. This is a long-term contract opportunity driven by increased workload across multiple sites, including support for outages at customer locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Personnel and Physical Security Department
• Photocopying, scanning, and maintaining accurate records and documentation
• Booking and coordinating meetings, including scheduling and logistics
• Managing visitor bookings and ensuring site access processes are followed
• Supporting recruitment activities for employees, agency workers, and contractors
• Assisting with onboarding processes and documentation checks
• Supporting security administration across the main site and satellite locations
• Ensuring all administrative tasks are completed in line with company procedures and security requirements

About the Role

Due to a significant increase in workload, this role plays a key part in ensuring smooth operations across the department. The team supports not only the primary site but also multiple satellite sites and customer outage projects, requiring a flexible and detail-oriented individual.

Key Skills & Experience

• Previous administrative experience (ideally within a security, HR, or compliance environment)
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Additional Requirements

• Eligibility to obtain BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) clearance is essential
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities