Security Supervisor

Corps Security; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site canteen

Gym access

Sick pay

SIA license renewal paid

Family Leave Pay

Cycle to Work

Staff discounts

Digital GP

Pension scheme

Death in Service

Recruitment bonus

Lead generation

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Corps Security seeks a highly skilled SIA Licensed Security Supervisor to oversee the security function on a major client site in Greater London. You will manage the day-to-day activities of the security team and ensure a high level of professionalism and vigilance across shifts.

The role requires robust leadership, incident response, and reporting abilities, with a focus on ensuring safety, compliance, and strong customer service.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and strong customer focus are essential.
• A valid SIA Door Supervisor License is essential.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels.
• Ability to work to deadlines, multitask and work under pressure.
• Excellent IT skills including Microsoft packages (e.g. Excel).
• Able to meet BS7858 vetting standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily security team operations and ensure tasks are completed per instructions and policies.
• Monitor surveillance and alarms; respond to breaches; follow escalation procedures.
• Lead and motivate direct reports; set goals, conduct performance reviews, coach and develop staff.
• Ensure timely submission of reports and performance documentation to relevant departments.
• Monitor staff and contractor activities on site, including contractors' control and risk assessments.
• Liaise with law enforcement and emergency services during incidents.
• Investigate incidents and prepare comprehensive improvement reports.
• Coordinate security measures with operations, events, facilities and safety teams.
• Stay updated on security trends and technologies; propose system and process improvements.
• Perform ad-hoc duties as required.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer focus

Confidence & relationships

Deadlines & multitasking

IT skills (MS Excel)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Who are we?

Founded in 1859, The Corps of Commissionaires Management Limited, now Corps Security, was a business initially built to provide employment for ex-servicemen on return from the Crimean War.

By sticking true to our values of 'loyalty, integrity, service', we have become the UK's most established and respected specialist security services provider.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a highly skilled SIA Licensed Security Supervisor to oversee the performance and upkeep of the security function on one of our esteemed clients premises. You will be responsible for the day-to-day activities of your team and ensure all colleagues are adhering to their duties and maintaining a high level of professionalism and security presence.

You will be working average of 42hrs per week on a 4 days, 4 off, 4 nights, 4 off rotation. Shifts will be 07:00 - 19:00 / 19:00 - 07:00

What we offer:

We are a recognised Real Living Wage Foundation partner and Social Enterprise. We offer a wide range of industry leading benefits, including:

• Full use of on-site canteen and gym
• Company sick pay scheme
• Paid SIA license renewals
• Enhanced Family Leave Pay
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• High staff discounts & rewards scheme
• Access to Digital GP
• Excellent pension scheme
• Death in Service - £5000
• Recruitment bonus scheme
• New business lead scheme
• Employee assistance programme

What you will need:

• Excellent communication skills and a strong customer focus.
• A valid SIA Door Supervisor License - essential
• Confidence and ability to establish and maintain good and effective working relationships at all levels.
• Ability to work to deadlines, multitasking and working under pressure.
• Excellent IT Skills including Microsoft Software Packages (e.g. Excel)
• Able to achieve vetting to BS7858 Standards

What are you going to do:

• Supervise daily security team operations, ensuring the team are fulfilling all their daily tasks and adhering to Assignment Instructions and Corps Security policies.
• Monitor surveillance and alarm systems and respond to any security breaches/incidents in an efficient and timely manner – ensuring escalation processes are adhered to.
• To lead, manage and motivate direct reports including; goal setting, performance reviews, appraisals, coaching and development training, and monitor attendance/timekeeping.
• Prompt and accurate submission of all necessary reports and performance measurement documentation to the appropriate departments.
• To monitor all staff and contractor activities on the site including the 'control of contractors', recording of method statements and risk assessments.
• Liaise with law enforcement, emergency services, and relevant stakeholders during emergencies.
• Investigate any security incidents, accidents, and breaches, preparing comprehensive reports with improvement recommendations.
• Ensure effective communication across departments with integrating security measures into all operational factors, including events, facility management, and safety or all persons on site.
• Stay up to date with security trends, technologies, and regulations, providing recommendations for system and procedural improvements.
• Ad-hoc duties as and when required.

Diversity is important to Corps Security; we believe that each individual has unique talents to contribute to the business. We believe that creating an inclusive environment in which individuals are valued is fundamental to our business success and we are committed to working towards achieving this.

Corps Security adheres to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunities ("EEO") benefits both the Company and its colleagues. EEO assists colleagues to develop to their full employment potential while the Company benefits from having a diverse, inclusive, and enthusiastic workforce.

Corps Security is committed to providing support to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families which is set out in the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans are guaranteed an interview where their previous employer was the armed forces and who meet the minimum requirements for the position.

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