Security Supervisor

Sodexo Ltd; Grays; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Essex is seeking a full-time Security Supervisor to lead a dedicated team, ensuring safety and compliance at the site. Responsibilities include managing site operations and responding to emergencies. The ideal candidate has a valid SIA Licence and supervisory experience. The role offers various perks including mental health support and discounts.

Benefits

Mental health & wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP

Lifestyle rewards

Financial tools & retirement plan

Cycle to Work

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a corporate security officer or in a similar role.
• Calm and effective response in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team, ensuring compliance with policies.
• Control site access and monitor the site.
• Manage site operations, including reception and mail handling.
• Respond to emergencies and ensure clear incident reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Emergency response

Understanding of security practices

Supervisory experience

Education

Valid SIA Licence

Job description

• 56 hours per week
• Shift pattern is 3 days on, 3 nights on, 3 days off
• £13.00 per hour
• Free on-site parking

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Step into a role where leadership meets safety.

Sodexo is seeking a full-time Security Supervisor in Essex

to lead our dedicated security team and ensure the highest standards of protection for our site, people, and assets. In this pivotal position, you’ll oversee day-to-day operations, coordinate security procedures, and inspire your team to deliver excellence, keeping safety, professionalism, and customer service at the heart of everything you do.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and supervise a team of two, ensuring compliance with site assignment instructions, health & safety policies, and procedures.
• Control site access, including gates, barriers, turnstiles, visitor/contractor passes, deliveries, couriers, and import/export drivers.
• Monitor and secure the site through patrols, CCTV, alarm activation/deactivation, searches, and incident response.
• Manage site operations, including reception, weighbridge duties, mail handling, telephone duties, and email correspondence.
• Respond to emergencies such as protests, evacuations, critical alarms, and panic alarms, ensuring clear incident reporting.
• Support additional site needs, including training, lost property, winter gritting, and other operational requirements.

What You Bring:

• A valid, in-date SIA Licence
• Proven experience as a corporate security officer or in a similar role
• Strong attention to detail with excellent observational and communication skills
• Calm and effective response in emergency situations
• Good understanding of security practices and procedures
• Previous supervisory experience

What We Offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you & family
• Financial tools & retirement plan
• Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Apply today, start this weekend, and be part of something bigger!

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications