Security Supervisor
| Company: | Staffline |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £19.28 to £19.28 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | E14 4PU |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 26 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Position:
Security Supervisor
Location:
Canary Wharf
Pay Rate:
£19.28 per hour
Hours:
Average 42 hours per week
Shifts:
4 days on, 4 off, 4 nights on, 4 off (07:00-19:00/19:00-07:00)
A valid CCTV and SG/DS SIA licence is required.
You must have lived in the UK for at least the last 5 years, due to SC Clearance requirements.
We are recruiting for a personable and customer service orientated Security Supervisor, who will be responsible for the efficient running of a manned guarding services within a busy and vibrant corporate space in Canary Wharf.
Your Time at Work
Main Duties:
- Allow access / egress to authorised personnel and vehicles through verifying security passes and other Approved identification
- Responsibilities for ensuring all Security Operatives are aware of company procedure when managing vehicles and staff entering or leaving the building.
- Ensuring all policies and procedures are being adhered to at all times
- Prevent access or egress to unauthorised persons / vehicles, and either constraining or escorting any unauthorised visitors from site as appropriate,
- Bringing to the attention of all visitors the standard instructions regarding Fire procedures
- To carry out client procedures in the event of Fire and Bomb Threat Evacuations and liaison with the appropriate authorities (e.g. Fire Brigade etc)
- Operation of the central processing unit to correctly program Security Card keys and control issue and use of temporary Security Card keys
- Controlling entry to the Car Park and Loading Bays and the allocation of vacant space ensuring all vehicles are parked safely and not causing an obstruction
- To monitor external movement within the grounds and alert the appropriate Interserve or client staff of any suspicious movements within core hours and investigate personally, outside core working hours.
- Carry out regular internal and external patrols of the Property, to check for any signs of security breaches, fire or hazards
- Carry out CCTV monitoring and operation 24 hours per day
- Respond to intruder alarms to the perimeter or other access points
- Work with the reception staff and supervisors to ensure people within the reception area are being attended to promptly
- Undertake random checks of personnel to check compliance with the security pass system
- Direct people around the Property, and escort them to locations as specifically requested by the client
- Maintain an electronic log of visitors and vehicles accessing and leaving Properties
- Perform breach checks on an ad-hoc basis
- Confident in making decisions and following up with action, achieving objectives by motivating his/her team
- Continuously pursue high standards, embrace change, recognise improvement opportunities, and learn from experience
- Escalate issues to the Security Manager when appropriate
- Manage the Security Operative staff rota, ensuring all shifts are fully staffed 24/7.
- Be aware of all escalation and emergency procedures, contingency plans and suspicious articles procedures.
Our Perfect Worker
- SIA Licensed
- Customer Service experience
- Ability to deal with emergency situations
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods
- Flexibility and Reliability
- Previous experience of working in a diverse service delivery team
- Previous security experience working as a supervisor for a public sector client
Experience in a similar role required
Key Information and Benefits
- 6.6 weeks of holiday per year (Contractual hours)
- Workplace Pension Scheme
- Progression training and development opportunities
- Life assurance benefit Contributory
- Healthcare Scheme
- Eyecare vouchers
- Employee Discount Schemes
- Free uniform provided
- 1 week special paid leave for bereavement
- 7 weeks' sickness pay
- Maternity leave: 6 months full pay, 3 months statutory pay
- Paternity leave, Two weeks full pay
- Special disability related & Pay leave (where applicable)
Job Ref:
1G4S (G676)
About Staffline
Staffline are working in Partnership with G4S, providing a recruitment solution for security roles.
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