Supervisor
Company: Securitas
Role summary
Supervisor is a role at Securitas in Barrow-in-Furness, England, United Kingdom (on-site). Posted 2026-08-20. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Supervisor
- Company
- Securitas
- Location
- Barrow-in-Furness, England, United Kingdom
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-08-20
You’ll be taking on a key leadership role where you guide security teams to keep people and properties safe. It’s a great fit if you enjoy managing people and want to build a stable career with a global company that values clear communication and reliability.
Job description
Company Description
We’re Hiring: Security Supervisor
📍 Location: Barrow-in-Furness, UK
💰 Pay: £16.96 per hour.
📅 Hours: 3 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!
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 🎓
Grade: Site Based
See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.
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.
This isn’t just another job. It’s your opportunity to step into a role as a Security Supervisor where your potential is recognized, your contribution is valued, and your progress is supported every step of the way.
Purpose
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..
Job Description
Responsibilities
You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:
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.
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:
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
Desirable:
Management Experience
Security Experience
Uniformed Service Experience
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
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.