Security Supervisor

Securitas UK; Southampton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Securitas UK is hiring a Security Supervisor at our Southampton site (SO15 0LG). The role pays £15.60 per hour, 42 hours per week, 4 on 4 off days and nights. You will supervise security officers, manage rosters, monitor performance, and support incident reporting.

Essential requirements include a valid SIA licence and 5+ years in the security industry, with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity. UK national with right to work is required.

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 (site requirement)

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 supervision

English communication

Job description

We’re Hiring Security Supervisor

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!

Grade: Site Based

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:

• 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)

Additional Information

• Strong written and verbal English communication skills

It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK! You're one step closer to joining a global team of 336,000+ colleagues who help make the world a safer place each and every day.

Here, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, which help guide how we operate and how our people experience work, each and every day! We have a promise too:

• Opportunity – We see potential in every person and situation
• People – We open our eyes to all that’s good
• Purpose – We make your world a safer place

So What You Can Expect

Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully. We know applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help. No matter the outcomes, you will always receive communication from us.

See an inclusive world

Inclusion isn’t a tick-box for us – it’s how we work. We know our strength comes from different perspectives, in every role and every team. We’re proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident employer. If you tell us you have a disability when you apply, and you meet the minimum requirements for the role, our Talent Team will guarantee you an interview.

Through our Employee Networks, the Race at Work Charter, the Armed Forces Covenant and more, our people drive real change. We celebrate diversity all year round with moments like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month – because seeing an inclusive world starts with how we show up every day.

See a rewarding world

• Save More: Exclusive employee big brand discounts through STRIVE, Cycle to Work savings, Specsavers offers and free mortgage advice.
• Look After Your Health: Healthcare cash plans, dental cover plans, 24/7 GP access, mental wellbeing support and online dental advice.
• Plan for Your Future: Pension scheme, Payroll ISA and financial wellbeing resources to help you achieve your goals.
• Peace of Mind: Life assurance and support for you and your family when it matters most.

Take the next step your career journey

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