Security Supervisor

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Secuirtas
Southampton, United KingdomFull-time£15.6/hrPosted Aug 3, 2026

Security Supervisor

  • Full-time
  • Pay Rate (UK): Hourly
  • Compensation: up to GBP 15.60 - hourly

Company 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 Supervisor, you will lead the on-site security operation, ensuring the effective management of security personnel and the smooth running of daily activities. The Security Supervisor will serve as the main liaison between the client and Securitas, supporting service delivery, performance management, and operational reporting. Through strong leadership, proactive problem-solving, and a commitment to excellence, the Security Supervisor will foster positive client relationships and uphold Securitas' core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness while maintaining a safe and secure env

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

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

We understand the importance of reward and recognition when it comes to our peoples work. From day one you're able to:

  • 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 
Join a team that values you start your career with Securitas UK today.

Click ‘I’m Interested’ to see a different world.

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