Area Supervisor

Securitas UK; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security firm seeks an Area Supervisor in Milton Keynes to oversee a team and ensure exemplary service and safety standards. This role demands strong leadership and communication skills along with a current SIA License. Candidates must be proactive and results-driven, focused on team performance and compliance. With a competitive hourly rate, this role is ideal for experienced security professionals committed to making a positive impact.

Benefits

Industry-leading training and development opportunities

Health & well-being programs

Qualifications

• Must have right to work in the UK.
• 5 year checkable employment history required.
• Strong communication and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Controllers and Security Officers to ensure compliance and visitor safety.
• Provide operational support and lead during incidents.
• Manage rostering and conduct performance reviews for team members.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Adaptability

Education

SIA License

Health and Safety Certification

Customer Service Qualification

First Aid Certification

Tools

Microsoft Packages

Job description

Company Description

Join our Team as a Area Supervisor

Are you an experienced security professional with a passion for driving team performance and ensuring high standards of compliance? We’re looking for a proactive and results-driven Area Supervisor to lead our team in Milton Keynes.

You will play a crucial role in supervising Controllers and Security Officers. You will be responsible for ensuring a high standard of visitor service and maintaining safety and integrity across the Exhibition, building, staff, and visitors.

Position Details:

Milton Keynes

• Pay: £13.50 per hour
• Weekly Hours: 42hrs per week 4 on 4 off
• Qualifications: Must have SIA License
  
  

If you're ready to take on a leadership role and make a positive impact on our team, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

Job Description

• Provide operational support and act as a point of contact after hours as needed, taking the lead during incidents and ensuring effective management and escalation of emergencies.
• To be first point of escalations for the operations Support Team and IT Systems
• Respond to incidents in back-of-house areas and manage alarm activations effectively.
• To develop implement new methods of working and operating to improve output and efficiences for the operations Team.
• Supervise team conduct, task completion, attitude, and behaviour. Ensure all personnel are briefed, trained to standard, and undergo regular performance assessments.
• Conduct security clearance where necessary and are valid in date/ renewals
• Manage rostering and ensure accuracy in order to ensure minimal pay issues and dropped shifts.
• Enforce procedures for managing emergency situations involving fire, security, and safety at all times.
• Plan and deliver activities and services to specified standards to meet expectations.
• Empower team members to achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), addressing issues through coaching, training, and effective delegation.
• Additional Responsibilities
• Any other duties as directed from the DBOM/BOM
• Involvement of Securitas strategy through company projects
• Conduct annual performance reviews for team members, including deputies, and maintain close liaison with Duty Managers on operational matters.
• Uphold uniform standards and ensure issuance of necessary working equipment like radios.
• Monitor the Gallery for Health & Safety and security issues, escalating concerns appropriately and reporting faults promptly.
• Complete accurate incident and accident reports, maintaining precise event records.
• Conduct interviews for lateness and manage relevant administration to reduce occurrences.
  
  

Qualifications

Essential

• Must have right to work in the UK.
• Current SIA License
• Have a 5 year checkable employment history or be able to produce documentary evidence of any period of employment, self employment or full time/part time education.
• The ability to embody and uphold Securitas core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfullness.
• Strong communication and written skills.
• Interpersonal skills to negotiate and handle sensitive matters with discretion.
• Adaptability and responsiveness to changing priorities.
• Additional qualifications in Health and Safety, Customer Service, and First Aid are adantageous.
  
  

Additional Information

Desirable:

• Working Knowledge of Microsoft Packages
• Call centre experience
• Previous administration and clerical duties
  
  

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