Group Security Manager

Mercantile Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Dublin is seeking an experienced Group Security Manager to manage venue security across its locations. The role involves overseeing a high-performing security team, maintaining safety standards, and managing the recruitment and training of staff. Ideal candidates should have experience in high-volume venues and possess strong leadership and communication skills. Competitive salary and opportunities for career development are offered in this dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive management

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in high-volume, late-night venues.
• Ability to recruit and train a security team.
• Strong communication skills and calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all security rostering and scheduling.
• Lead recruitment and onboarding of security personnel.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Customer service

Education

Valid PSA licence

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Group Security Manager to join our team, working four nights a week on the door across our venues while also overseeing rostering, recruitment, and training for our security staff.

About The Role

The successful candidate will take a hands‑on approach to venue security, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for guests and staff. You will lead the recruitment and development of a high‑performing security team, manage weekly rosters, and uphold best‑practice standards across multiple late‑night venues.

Key Responsibilities

• Work 5 days per week on‑site across our high‑volume venues: 4 nights a week on the door and 1 admin day
• Oversee all security rostering and scheduling
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and continuous training of security personnel
• Maintain high standards of professionalism, compliance, and customer service
• Liaise with venue management to ensure smooth operations during peak hours
• Drive a positive, safety‑focused culture within the security team

Requirements

• Previous experience working in high‑volume, late‑night venues is essential
• Proven ability to recruit, train, and lead a security team
• Strong communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Valid PSA licence and all required certifications
• A proactive, hands‑on leadership style with excellent problem‑solving abilities

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Supportive management and a dynamic working environment
• Opportunities for career development across a growing group

If you have the experience, leadership, and drive to take on this role, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a brief cover letter.

Please note that, due to the high volume of applicants, not every applicant will receive a response.