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Assistant Security Officer (RT-C/HIF-ETH/00177)

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Job Introduction

Join our great Team from the Netherlands as an Assistant Security Officer. We look forward to meet you, so apply quickly to become one of our first applicants.


Serco is among the leading Space Industry and Services Companies. Serco’s space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies - We work alongside EUMETSAT and the European Space Agency, our employees have been providing everyday their technical, scientific and management skills to support the full range of European cornerstone space missions.  

Role Responsibility

The post covers support in the field of Security Management under the responsibility of the Head of the ESTEC Health, Safety & Security Section. As such it involves oversight of security operations and ensuring that security management procedures are properly conducted at ESTEC and it includes the following responsibilities:

  • Oversight of the security contractor that provides guarding, access and visitor management, monitoring, reporting, fire prevention and firefighting services.
  • Ensuring the physical security of the ESTEC site, buildings, activities and events on site. Ensuring proper physical protection of the ESTEC site and adequate preparations for accidents, incidents, calamities or security infringement are in place.
  • Executing investigations into security incidents and any lessons to be learnt. Monitoring and reporting on security practices on site.
  • Maintaining up to date documentation in respect of security procedures and the compliance with relevant policies and standards.
  • Analyse data and reports to form proposals for improvements.
  • Support the ESTEC Head Health, Safety & Security Section.
  • Represent the Security and Safety Section in meetings requiring security input and coordination.

Successful Candidate

  • A Degree (Bsc., Diploma or equivalent) from a recognised institution or equivalent is required.
  • Applicants for this post should have in depth previous experience in the field of security supported by formal training.
  • Experience in security management, conducting investigations and in conducting security compliance and improvement exercises, is important.
  • The applicant should be able to establish effective interfaces.
  • The applicant must be willing and able to hold a Personal Security Clearance (PSC) while in post.
  • Proven record of working experience in an International and multicultural context like ESTEC.
  • Knowledgeability to quickly grasp and deal with the ESTEC ethos and culture.
  • Ability to write and review/correct (technical) documentation (reports, procedures) in the English language.
  • The official languages of the agency are English and French. A very good knowledge of English and a good knowledge of Dutch is essential.
  • The incumbent must have excellent communications skills and the ability to work under demanding conditions and deal with complex situations.
  • His/her ability to swiftly grasp, gain knowledge of and be able to work effectively with the particulars of the ESA-ESTEC site, the (operational) procedures and the organisational culture, is essential.

Package Description

What we offer if you join our amazing team:

• Competitive Salary 

• Corporate Benefits Package 

• Exciting relocation package​ (if applicable) 

• Company events

About the Company

Serco is one of the world’s largest providers of public services to Governments employing over 50,000 people in over 20 countries. In Europe, Serco supports governments and international organisations in the delivery of essential public services with operations in Belgium, France and French Guyana, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland.

What connects the ever growing Serco workforce is a passion for delivering great service and to keep ahead we have to constantly evolve and enhance the way we deliver our services and everyone in Serco has a role to play. We have a mandate to execute brilliantly and our people lead and inspire based on our core values, Trust, Care, Pride and Innovation.

As a business which delivers “front-line” public services, employing tens of thousands of people, we are constantly developing and promoting people; our need for skilled professionals is insatiable and few companies can offer as many opportunities for individuals to grow their careers.

A career with Serco offers the chance to work with both inspirational people and innovative contracts, in a dynamic and exciting environment.

If you share our values and want to join a team of over 50,000 passionate colleagues globally we want to hear from you.

Make a difference every day.

Take pride in what you do!

More at:

https://www.serco.com/eu/sector-expertise/space

https://www.serco.com/eu/careers/careers-in-space

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