Security Supervisor: Lead High-Risk Site & Team

Sodexo; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP

Discounts for you & family

Financial tools & retirement plan

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Sodexo is looking for a Security Supervisor to lead a professional security service on a high-risk site in the United Kingdom. The role combines operational responsibility with team leadership, incident response, and a strong safety culture.

You will oversee daily operations, support security officers, and build relationships with clients and stakeholders while ensuring service standards are met or exceeded.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' security experience in a supervisory role.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and de-escalation skills.
• DS required: Door Supervisor SIA licence; DBS and BPSS/BS7858 screening.
• Competent in IT systems, report writing, incident logging, and maintaining confidentiality.
• IOSH Level 2 or IWFM membership or equivalent Level 2 qualification would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Promote a strong safety culture by conducting safety walks, monitoring compliance, and ensuring site documentation remains up to date.
• Deliver mandatory training, support ongoing development, and maintain employee records.
• Manage workforce planning, attendance, and absence processes to ensure effective resource coverage.
• Act as first point of contact for site issues, liaising with clients and management for timely resolutions.
• Respond to and report incidents, maintaining records and liaising with external agencies when required.
• Ensure safety of service users in a high-risk environment by enforcing procedures and protocols.

Skills

Security leadership

Communication skills

De-escalation skills

Team supervision

Education

SIA Door Supervisor Licence

Job description

Sodexo is looking for a Security Supervisor to lead a professional security service on a high-risk site in the United Kingdom. The role combines operational responsibility with team leadership, incident response, and a strong safety culture.

You will oversee daily operations, support security officers, and build relationships with clients and stakeholders while ensuring service standards are met or exceeded.