Site Supervisor

TN United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking security firm as a Shift Supervisor, where you will lead a team of dedicated professionals committed to safety and excellence. In this role, you will oversee security operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards while fostering a positive work environment. Your leadership will be vital in training staff, managing performance, and implementing best practices. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization that values integrity, vigilance, and helpfulness. If you're ready to make a difference in the security sector, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health & Well-being Programs

Employee Networks

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and decision-making abilities are essential.
• Experience in operational excellence and strategic planning is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all personnel under supervision have completed necessary training.
• Monitor and manage the appearance and behaviour of security personnel.
• Engage with Security Officers to maintain positive employee relations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Decision Making

Operational Excellence

Strategic Thinking

Customer Management

Education

Current SIA License

Health and Safety at Work Certification

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

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• Ensure all personnel under supervision have completed the appropriate site training and possess a valid SIA license or LDN, meeting industry requirements.
• Accurately roster and plan for all direct reporting officers, ensuring adequate cover for holidays, sickness, and absences.
• Engage with all Security Officers at least once a month to monitor performance, maintain positive employee relations, and ensure coaching, counselling, and any necessary investigations are conducted according to company policies and procedures.
• Monitor and manage the appearance and behaviour of all security personnel, taking appropriate action in line with company policies and procedures.
• Actively encourage staff recognition and nominations for awards.
• Keep assignment instructions and site documentation up to date.
• Report all incidents in compliance with customer and company policies and procedures.
• Assist the Security Management Team in developing and sharing best practices and utilizing systems and tools to enhance service effectiveness.
• Plan, develop, and implement staff training, covering both routine duties and emergency procedures.
• Monitor and report faults with security-related equipment promptly.
• Be fully conversant with operational functions, including Access Control, CCTV, Detection, and Alarm Systems, ensuring effective monitoring and reporting.
• Participate in company training to continuously improve performance standards.
• Serve as the first point of contact during their shift for security-related queries, resolving complex issues using experience and knowledge, and referring any security practice complaints to the Security Management Team.
• Assist the Site Manager with any reasonable or practical requests.
• Demonstrate understanding and engagement with the Securitas Core Values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, whilst showing a natural ability to recognise risk within the workplace and consider safety as a priority, complying with relevant policies, procedures and training as provided by the Company.

Job Description

Core tasks and functions

• Ensure all personnel under supervision have completed the appropriate site training and possess a valid SIA license or LDN, meeting industry requirements.
• Accurately roster and plan for all direct reporting officers, ensuring adequate cover for holidays, sickness, and absences.
• Engage with all Security Officers at least once a month to monitor performance, maintain positive employee relations, and ensure coaching, counselling, and any necessary investigations are conducted according to company policies and procedures.
• Monitor and manage the appearance and behaviour of all security personnel, taking appropriate action in line with company policies and procedures.
• Actively encourage staff recognition and nominations for awards.
• Keep assignment instructions and site documentation up to date.
• Report all incidents in compliance with customer and company policies and procedures.
• Assist the Security Management Team in developing and sharing best practices and utilizing systems and tools to enhance service effectiveness.
• Plan, develop, and implement staff training, covering both routine duties and emergency procedures.
• Monitor and report faults with security-related equipment promptly.
• Be fully conversant with operational functions, including Access Control, CCTV, Detection, and Alarm Systems, ensuring effective monitoring and reporting.
• Participate in company training to continuously improve performance standards.
• Serve as the first point of contact during their shift for security-related queries, resolving complex issues using experience and knowledge, and referring any security practice complaints to the Security Management Team.
• Assist the Site Manager with any reasonable or practical requests.
• Demonstrate understanding and engagement with the Securitas Core Values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, whilst showing a natural ability to recognise risk within the workplace and consider safety as a priority, complying with relevant policies, procedures and training as provided by the Company.

Qualifications

• Managing and Leading Others and Self-Management
• Decision Making
• Communication Skills
• Business Acumen and Commercial Awareness
• Operational Excellence
• Strategic Thinking (Planning and Forecasting)
• Customer Management and Sales Development
• Relationship Building and Networking

Driving Performance

• Takes Ownership
• Expects Excellence
• Delivers Sustainable Results
• Builds High Performing Teams

Developing Yourself & Others

• Is Respectful
• Is Empowering
• Leads by Example
• Gives & Asks for Feedback

Making Our Strategy Happen

• Drives Innovation
• Seeks Opportunities
• Fosters Collaboration
• Values Diverse Perspectives

Essential

• Current SIA license
• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Have a five-year checkable employment history or be able to produce documentary evidence of any period of unemployment, self-employment, or full and part-time education during that period.
• The ability to embody and uphold the Securitas core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness.
• Strong communication skills
• Competent in MS Word, Excel, and E-Mail (Outlook)
• Well-developed interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to negotiate and handle sensitive and confidential matters with tact and discretion.
• Adaptable and responsive to changes in priorities, plans, and schedules.

Additional Information

Desirable:

• Health and Safety at Work certification
• Customer Service Training
• First Aid at Work certification

Competency Framework Behavioural Indicators

• Leading by example and inspiring others
• Efficient self-management and time management
• Making informed and timely decisions
• Communicating effectively with team members and stakeholders
• Demonstrating business awareness and commercial insight
• Striving for operational excellence in all tasks
• Planning and forecasting strategically.
• Managing customer relationships and driving sales development
• Building and nurturing professional relationships and networks

By focusing on these core areas and responsibilities, the Shift Supervisor will contribute significantly to the success and efficiency of the security team, ensuring high standards of service and fostering a positive work environment.

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