Security Team Lead – 24/7 Coverage

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

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.