Security Supervisor

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Southampton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts and perks

Health and wellbeing support

Pension and financial wellbeing

Job summary

Securitas UK in Southampton is seeking a Security Officer to support security services at a major aerospace, defence, and security organisation. You’ll safeguarding people, property and information while leading rosters and ensuring compliance across a 400-strong site.

The role requires a valid SIA licence, 5+ years in security with supervisor exposure, SC clearance or ability to obtain, and flexibility to work days, nights and weekends. Competitive benefits apply from day one.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Licence.
• 5+ years' Security Industry experience, including 2+ years in a Supervisor/Manager role.
• SC Clearance (or ability to obtain).
• UK National.
• Flexible to work days, nights and weekends.
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history.
• British national and UK resident for the past 5 years.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support security officers, ensuring training and compliance standards are met.
• Manage rosters and staffing levels to maintain site coverage.
• Monitor team performance, providing coaching and support where needed.
• Oversee incident reporting, investigations, and site documentation.
• Act as the first point of contact for operational issues and security incidents.
• Support the Security Management Team in driving service excellence and best practices.
• Ensure security systems, including CCTV and access control, are operating effectively.
• Build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Lead by example while upholding Securitas' values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, company policies, and site procedures.

Skills

SIA licence

Security experience

Supervisor experience

SC clearance

UK national

Right to work

English communication

Flexible to shifts

Job description

Location: Southampton, SO15 0LG
Pay Rate: £15.60 per hour
Hours: 42 hours per week
Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off (Days & Nights)
From day one, you’ll gain access to outstanding Learning and Development opportunities, Mentorship, and a whole load of benefits from big brand discounts to give back schemes!

As a Security Officer, you will support the delivery of security services at a leading global aerospace, defence, and security organisation in Southampton. The Security Officer will help maintain a safe and secure environment, monitor site activities, and uphold the highest standards of professionalism while supporting a workforce of around 400 employees. Working closely with the wider security team, the Security Officer will contribute to the protection of advanced communications, optronics, air traffic management, and maritime technologies, while demonstrating the core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness.

Job Description

You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:

• Supervise and support security officers, ensuring training and compliance standards are met.
• Manage rosters and staffing levels to maintain site coverage.
• Monitor team performance, providing coaching and support where needed.
• Oversee incident reporting, investigations, and site documentation.
• Act as the first point of contact for operational issues and security incidents.
• Support the Security Management Team in driving service excellence and best practices.
• Ensure security systems, including CCTV and access control, are operating effectively.
• Build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Lead by example while upholding Securitas' values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, company policies, and site procedures.

Please note - The responsibilities listed here aren’t the full picture—but they give you a good sense of the role. If you meet the minimum requirements and believe you’ve got what it takes to succeed, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for someone who sees a different world—someone who values teamwork, shows initiative, and wants to grow. Ideally, you’ll have:

• Valid SIA Licence
• 5+ years' Security Industry experience, including 2+ years in a Supervisor/Manager role
• SC Clearance (or ability to obtain)
• UK National
• Flexible to work days, nights, and weekends
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history
• British national and UK resident for the past 5 years (site requirement)
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills

Additional Information

See a different world with Securitas UK

Ready to make a difference? You're one step closer to joining over 322,000 colleagues worldwide who help make your world a safer place every day.

At Securitas, our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness guide everything we do. We believe in making a clear promise to our people:

• Opportunity – Seeing potential in every person
• People – Putting people at the heart of what we do
• Purpose – Making your world a safer place

So what happens next?

Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully and is here to support you throughout the process. Whatever the outcome, you'll always hear back from us.

Creating spaces for you to belong

We're proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Through our networks, partnerships and celebrations throughout the year, we're building a culture where differences are valued and people can be themselves.

Ready to see a rewarding world?

From day one, you'll have access to a range of benefits, including:

• Employee discounts with leading global and local brands.
• Health and wellbeing support, 24/7 online GP services.
• Pension and financial wellbeing resources and support.
• Life assurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee eligibility to EV Schemes (Subject to graded benefits).

Keen to take the next step...

Join a team that values your contribution, supports your growth and helps you build a rewarding career.