Job Description:

Security Supervisor

Contract: Banking
Location: Edinburgh, EH2 2LL
Hours: 4 on / 4 off, days and nights (42 hours)
Contract Type: Permanent

Our client, a leading provider of facilities services in the UK, is seeking a Security Supervisor to report to the Lead Security Supervisor and take responsibility for the leadership, management, and operational effectiveness of Guarding Services.

This role is integral to supporting a safe and efficient operating environment through the supervision of Guarding Teams and the delivery of high-quality security services and incident response activities. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining operational standards, supporting team performance, and ensuring service continuity.

The position involves leading operational and technical security activities, coordinating responses to incidents, and ensuring compliance with established procedures and policies. The Security Supervisor will also support continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and support to Security Supervisors and Guarding staff, promoting professionalism, accountability, and development.
• Ensure Guarding operations are staffed with appropriately trained and accredited personnel in line with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and coordinate responses to technical, physical, and resilience incidents, ensuring effective command, control, and communication.
• Maintain oversight of integrated security systems and building management systems, supporting effective operation and issue resolution.
• Support SaRCC operations as required to ensure continuity of service.
• Ensure compliance with operational procedures, assignment instructions, risk assessments, and organisational policies.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, local police, and external security providers to support prevention, detection, and intelligence-led activities.
• Oversee recruitment, training, performance management, financial record keeping, and documentation associated with Guarding Services.

Person Specification

• Proven leadership and resource management experience within a security or related environment.
• Experience working in operations or security control room settings.
• Strong incident management, command, and control experience.
• Technical understanding of integrated security systems.
• Ability to make effective decisions under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, intranet systems, and email.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliable, responsible, self-motivated, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Essential Requirements

• Security sector experience.
• Valid SIA Guarding Licence.