Security Supervisor

ABM UK; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 GP access

Mental health support

Cycle to work scheme

Perks at Work app

Job summary

ABM UK is seeking an experienced Security Supervisor to maintain a safe shopping environment and lead the security team at our Oxford site.

You will deliver robust security policies, manage HR aspects for the team and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. A proactive leader with strong communication is essential to protect people and property.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and develop security teams in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal English communication with customers and colleagues.
• Proactive attitude to maintain safety, security policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the Soft Services Manager with HR duties to recruit and retain security staff.
• Manage attendance and absence in line with company policies.
• Keep the rota updated to ensure proper manpower coverage.
• Provide induction and site training to new starters.
• Conduct performance reviews and toolbox talks as required.
• Identify training needs and maintain accurate site records.
• Support security audits and address non‑compliance to closure.
• Maintain excellent relationships with client, suppliers and partners.
• Handle emergencies including fires and keep the Centre team informed.
• Lead the security team during incidents and investigations.
• Guide and support other site staff and liaise with authorities as needed.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Customer care

Loss prevention

Safety compliance

Education

SIA Guarding or Door Supervisor license

SIA CCTV license or willingness to work towards

Tools

Health & Safety knowledge

Job description

LOCATION: Oxford, OX2 8JP

SHIFT PATTERN: 4 on 4 off, 42 hours per week, 07:00 - 19:00

PAY RATE: Competitive

If you require any additional support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to contact our Recruitment Department [e-mail]. We're here to help!

OVERVIEW OF JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking to appoint an experienced security supervisor to maintain a safe and secure shopping environment and lead the security team. The focus of this role will be to deliver excellence through establishing and enforcing robust security policies and procedures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the Soft Services Manager in operational HR responsibilities to recruit, retain and develop the security team.
• Manage staff attendance & absence records in conjunction with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure rota is up to date and manpower coverage is maintained and all team members complete required shifts and duty hours as detailed on the duty rota.
• Deliver to all new starters a formal induction and site-specific training.
• Ensure objectives, performance reviews and Toolbox Talks are completed as per company policy.
• Identify training needs and ensure accurate site records are always maintained.
• Support the Soft Services Manager to ensure the necessary security audits are undertaken and any non-compliance highlighted and managed to completion.
• Manage excellent relationships with our client, our suppliers, and other partners.
• Deal efficiently and effectively with all emergencies including fire, ensuring the Centre team are kept fully always informed.
• Lead the Security Team when dealing with incidents.
• Support and provide guidance to other site based/centre staff.
• Liaise closely with statutory authorities, dealing with incidents and the provision of information.

Requirements

• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal in English.
• Team leading experience with the overseeing the day to day running of the security team within a similar environment.
• High level of attention to detail & customer care awareness.
• Familiar with patrolling and monitoring from a loss prevention aspect.
• Confident in complying with Health & Safety and fire prevention procedures.

ESSENTIAL

• SIA Guarding or Door Supervisor license.
• SIA CCTV license or the willingness to work towards.

BENEFITS

We’re proud to offer a great range of benefits including:

• 24/7 GP: Both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK-based GP from the comfort of your own home
• Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling
• Get Fit Programme
• Financial and legal support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access Perks at Work, our innovative employee app where you can find:

• Perks: discounts, gift cards, cashback, and exclusive offers
• Life: Search for resources and tools on topics ranging from family and life to health, money and work
• Support: Online chat or telephone service for urgent support in a crisis

For more information about ABM’s benefits, visit our

About ABM:

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.

ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue-chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together.

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ABM are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. We are proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.