We’re Hiring: Site Supervisor / Security Supervisor
Location: Southampton, SO15 0LG
Pay: £15.60 per hour
Hours: 42‑hour contract – 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
See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.
About the role
The Site Supervisor will play a pivotal role in managing security personnel and delivering exceptional customer service to the client and their staff. They will act as the first point of contact for all operational and shift‑performance matters, ensuring site standards, policies, and procedures are fully adhered to. The supervisor will proactively support the client in seeking innovative ways of providing operational excellence.
Required Qualifications
* Leadership background with strong teamwork, vigilance, and security experience in a supervisory role.
* UK national with security experience in a leadership capacity.
* On‑site parking, canteen, and Learning & Development opportunities available.
Responsibilities
* Ensure all personnel under supervision have completed the appropriate site‑security processes and training.
* Monitor and assess guard’s performance to ensure high customer service standards are met.
* Plan and oversee rota allocation in line with monthly performance.
* Take full responsibility for resource allocation to ensure proper staff coverage at all times.
* Manage discipline in accordance with company procedures.
* Provide appropriate site‑level training and development for all security personnel.
* Maintain strong relationships with both the client and Arc management.
* Assist in investigating incidents in accordance with company procedures and client policy.
* Provide incident reports, daily occurrence logs, and debriefs.
* Ensure Security Management System is followed for auditing.
* Create, maintain and update assignment instructions and site procedures.
* Support operational staff in matters relating to assignment instructions, CCTV, radios, keys, health and safety, and general site compliance.
* Participate in company training, continually reviewing performance.
* Welcoming and assisting staff, visitors, and contractors.
* Conduct regular safety and security patrols.
* Ensure compliance with regulations and procedures.
* Support emergency protocols, including evacuations and searches.
* Keep vigilant, report incidents, and prevent disruption.
* Accurately maintain records of all activity and handovers.
Qualifications
* A valid SIA licence.
* Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends.
* The right to work in the UK, with a 5‑year checkable history.
* British nationality and UK residency for the past 5 years (due to site requirements).
* Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken.
Why Join Securitas?
We have a promise to our people, a ‘People Promise’ where opportunity, people and purpose play a vital role in our day to day!
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.
We believe in your future, not just your past. At Securitas, you’ll find a career built on trust, respect, and progress.
Additional Information
Join our global team of 336,000+ colleagues and help make the world a safer place.
At Securitas, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, and our People Promise.
* 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.
Benefits
* STRIVE – Securitas Perks gives you access to a range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending.
* Dental Plans – Cash back towards everyday dental costs.
* HSF Health Plan – Cash plans covering medical costs.
* Cycle to Work – Save up to 42% on a new bike or equipment.
* Specsavers – Savings on eye tests and spectacles.
* WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support, get fit programme, etc.
* Toothfairy – Online advice and guidance from UK Dentists.
* Pension Plan – Employer contributions and tax relief.
* Payroll ISA – ISA savings account.
* Free Mortgage Advice.
* Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub.
* Death in Service Benefit – Permanent employees receive life assurance.
Diversity & Inclusion – Be Yourself
We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status. We support equality through Employee Networks, the Race at Work Charter and the Armed Forces Covenant. We also celebrate diversity with events such as BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.
Take the Next Step
Join a team that values you. Click “I’m Interested” and start your career with Securitas UK today.
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