Senior Manager Security

Job Description

About Us

Becoming part of the SSAB family means joining a journey. A journey that we believe is essential for the sustainability of this planet. Steel has been one of the most important materials for developing our society and it will continue to be so. At SSAB, we are proud of our history and leadership in high-strength steel. We are also aware that steel production is one of the largest sources of greenhouse-gas emissions worldwide. That has to change. This is why SSAB has developed the world’s first fossil-free steel production and has committed to becoming largely fossil-free. As part of SSAB, you will be instrumental in realizing this goal and advancing the green transformation of the steel industry.

About The Job

Transformation Office is looking for a Senior Manager - Security to build and lead the security and workforce-control framework for the Luleå Mini Mill project.

How do you maintain control of a project workforce consisting of multiple international contractors, thousands of workers and a constantly evolving construction environment? This role offers the opportunity to design and lead the security and workforce compliance framework for one of Sweden's largest industrial transformation projects.

Beyond traditional security, you will help create the systems, controls and governance that ensure people, contractors and operations meet the highest standards of compliance, integrity and security throughout the project lifecycle.

Working across project leadership, procurement, HR, legal, HSE and contractors, you will shape how a large and changing workforce is mobilized, controlled and protected - making security an integral part of responsible project delivery.

This position is based in Luleå, Sweden.

Responsibilities And Essential Functions

• Lead the site security function, setting priorities, standards, and governance across the project.
• Ensure secure and compliant workforce mobilization, site access, identity verification, and contractor onboarding.
• Oversee physical security, guarding, access control, and protection of people, assets, and materials.
• Drive compliance with contractor standards, including workforce eligibility, ethical practices, and relevant requirements from SSAB's Supplier Code of Conduct.
• Identify and address fraud, labour exploitation, security breaches, and other compliance risks.
• Ensure effective information security and data protection related to workforce and site operations.
• Lead security incident response, investigations, and coordination with authorities and emergency services.
• Build strong relationships with contractors, project teams, and external stakeholders to support safe and secure project delivery.

Required qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in security, compliance, or risk management within complex project environments.
• Strong knowledge of access control, contractor compliance, physical security, and fraud prevention.
• Experience conducting investigations and managing security incidents.
• Sound understanding of data protection and information security principles.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in multicultural, multi-contractor environments.
• Fluent English required; Swedish is highly desirable.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree or equivalent experience in Security, Risk Management, Compliance, Law, Project Management, or a related field.
• Relevant background on major industrial, infrastructure, energy, mining, or construction projects with large contractor populations.
• Experience implementing security systems and controls in complex project environments.
• Knowledge of Swedish labor, contractor compliance, and site access requirements is an advantage.
• Expertise with workplace investigations, security operations, and contractor workforce controls.
• Experience supporting international workforces, including accommodation or camp security, is beneficial.

Word from your Future Manager

“SSAB has taken the lead in transforming the steel industry towards a fossil-free value chain. As we transform our Luleå production site, health, safety, occupational health, and security must be fully integrated into every stage of the project. We are looking for an experienced Senior Manager Security who can build a strong function, engage contractors and authorities, and create a consistent assurance framework across all construction areas. You will join a dedicated, experienced, and multicultural project team working on one of SSAB’s most meaningful transformations.”

Carl Orrling, Ph.D.

EVP, Head of Technology & Transformation Office

Our Offer

At SSAB, we strive for a diverse and inclusive environment. We use our values, driven, true and ahead, in making everyday decisions while keeping the customer at the heart of what we do. This makes us all team players, each with the drive to improve. When joining SSAB, you will become part of an organization of passionate problem solvers working together on important challenges.

We will support your growth by providing a safe and friendly workplace that contributes to work-life balance. If you set out to achieve it, you will have the opportunity to broaden your skills and grow within your field or beyond.

We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, including:

• Profit sharing
• Reduced working hours to support work-life balance
• Wellness allowance
• Relocation and immigration support for the successful candidate, where required

Recruitment process

Selected Candidates Will Progress Through The Following Recruitment Stages

• Interview(s) with relevant stakeholders at SSAB
• Site visit and meeting with the team
• Pre-employment health examination
• Reference checks
• Offer and contract signing
• Background check