Security Supervisor
166116106
£35,000 Per Annum
Full Time
Permanent
City Of London, Greater London
Security
Posted 17 days ago
Expires In 11 Days
Job Description
Permanent, In House Team
Base: London
Shift: 42 hour contract, 4 on and 4 off over nights and days with 12-hour shifts, 07:00 to 19:00 four days and 19:00 to 07:00 four nights.
Benefits:
- 24 Days Holiday
 - Free daily lunch
 - 40-hour working week, with paid breaks (for most roles)
 - Overtime pay for operational roles
 - Private Medical Insurance
 - 10% employer pension contribution (non-contributory)
 - Interest-free travel and bike loans
 - Uniform provided and laundered (for operational roles)
 - Enhanced parental leave policies
 - Regular training and professional development
 - Staff social events, team-building days, and wellbeing perks
 - Confidential Employee Assistance Programme
 - Death in service benefit (6x annual salary)
 - Shopping discounts via staff membership schemes
 
location comprising historic buildings and modern facilities.
With a strong focus on operational excellence, heritage preservation, and high-quality service delivery, it supports a diverse
community of professionals.
The organisation combines tradition with modern best practices to ensure a secure, efficient, and welcoming environment.
Known for its professionalism and commitment to continuous improvement, it offers a unique and prestigious
setting in which to work and develop professionally.
Role Overview
As a Security Supervisor, you will lead and support a team of security officers in delivering exceptional security and customer service standards across a historic and vibrant location.
You’ll play a pivotal role in maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for staff, business residents, members,
and visitors, whilst ensuring full compliance with security protocols and emergency response procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise, support, and coordinate the security team during your shift, ensuring efficient delivery of all daily security operations.
 - Lead by example, fulfilling all core duties of the security officer role as needed.
 - Organise and manage shift schedules, arrange cover when required, and ensure optimal team performance.
 - Serve as the first point of contact for shift-related management issues, providing immediate and effective responses.
 - Oversee accurate documentation in the Daily Occurrence Book and follow up on relevant actions.
 - Manage clear and concise shift handovers and ensure continuity of service.
 - Attend weekly management meetings and cascade key updates and initiatives to the team.
 - Support staff recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing professional development.
 - Uphold quality and compliance standards across the team, conducting regular checks and mentoring staff.
 - Maintain essential Gatehouse records including key audits, access logs, and information folders.
 - Operate and monitor CCTV, alarms, and access control systems with confidence and technical expertise.
 - Handle subject access requests in line with GDPR and data protection legislation.
 - Maintain detailed shift reports and incident logs to ensure accountability and transparency.
 - Manage daily gate receipts, including reconciliation of tickets, cash, and card transactions.
 - Assist in coordinating and executing regular fire drills across the estate.
 - Work closely with other departments, residents, chambers, and external contractors on day-to-day matters and security concerns.
 - Stay informed on emerging security trends and technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
 
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience in a security role with supervisory responsibilities.
 - Strong leadership and motivational skills with the ability to lead by example.
 - Solid understanding of security protocols, emergency response, and risk management.
 - Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise professionally across teams and with stakeholders.
 - Sound judgment and calm decision-making under pressure.
 - High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion.
 - Strong observational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
 - Confident in using security systems including CCTV, access control, and alarm systems.
 - Comfortable handling enquiries in person, via phone, or by email in a courteous and efficient manner.
 - Basic numeracy and literacy skills, with experience in cash handling.
 - Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with basic administrative tasks.
 - SIA Door Supervisor Licence (preferable).
 
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