Security Supervisor in Barrow in Furness

Pay: £13.94 per hour. Hours: 42 hours / 4 on 4 off / Day Shift. 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!

Location: Barrow-in-Furness, UK

If you already hold a valid SIA licence, that is great. But don’t worry if not because we will take you through the training to achieve this.

As a Security Supervisor at Securitas, you’ll do more than protect what’s important—you’ll empower people to thrive. Your presence will make others feel safe, welcome, and supported. Whether you’re patrolling key areas, managing gatehouse duties, or being the friendly face clients rely on, as a Security Supervisor you’ll be an essential part of something bigger. Every shift is a new chance to learn, grow, and make a difference.

The Security Supervisor will be responsible for managing all security personnel and the day-to-day operational issues impacting on the contract throughout their shift, providing a central point of contact for service delivery development, performance, measurement, and centralised reporting which fully demonstrates the Securitas values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness. This position is key to the operational success of the Team and is required to strengthen the relationship between the client and Securitas by offering one point of operational Supervision on a 24/7 basis.

Responsibilities:

• All personnel under their supervision have undertaken the appropriate site training and are in possession of a valid SIA license or LDN to meet industry requirements.
• Accurate rostering and forward planning of all direct reporting officers ensuring sufficient cover for holidays, sickness, and absences.
• All Security Officers are spoken to at least once a month, proactively monitoring performance, maintaining positive employee relations, and ensuring coaching, counselling and any investigations are implemented in line with company policy and procedures as necessary.
• Monitoring and managing the appearance and behaviours of all Security personnel, taking remedial action as appropriate and in line with company policy and procedures.
• Actively encourage staff recognition and staff nominations for awards.
• Assignment Instructions and site documentation kept up to date.
• All incidents are reported in compliance with customer and company policy and procedures.
• Assist the Security Management Team in developing and sharing of “best practice” and use of systems and tools to improve service effectiveness.
• Planning, development and implementing staff training, including both routine duties and emergency procedures.

Qualifications:

We’re looking for someone who sees a different world—someone who values teamwork, shows initiative, and wants to grow. Ideally, you’ll have:

• If you already hold a valid SIA licence, that is great. But don’t worry if not because we will take you through the training to achieve this.
• The right to work in the UK, with a 5-year checkable history.
• Strong communication skills.
• Competent in MS Word, Excel, and E-Mail (Outlook).
• Well-developed interpersonal and influencing skills. Able to negotiate and deal with sensitive and confidential matters with tact and discretion.
• Adaptable and responsive in the face of changes in priorities, plans and schedules.

Desirable:

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

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.

Your Benefits:

• STRIVE – Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on retailers, services and everyday spending.
• Dental Plans - A range of plans providing support for dental costs.
• HSF Health Plan - Healthcare cash plans at discounted rates.
• Cycle to Work – Save up to 42% of the usual cost.
• Specsavers – Save money on eye tests and spectacles.
• WeCare – Online GP, mental health support, and more.
• Pension Plan – Employer-contributed retirement plan.
• Payroll ISA – Savings.