Security Supervisor

At Sodexo, we believe that safety and service go hand in hand. We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Security Supervisor to join our team at the University of Greenwich, leading from the front to deliver a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for everyone on campus.

Our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone. In this role, you’ll help ensure that every person visiting or working at the University of Greenwich feels safe, supported, and valued.

As a Security Supervisor, you’ll play a pivotal role in the smooth running of the security operation. You’ll lead, support, and motivate your team while remaining hands-on in delivering exceptional service.

We’re seeking a confident, proactive leader who combines strong security knowledge with a passion for people and service excellence.

This is your opportunity to step into a key leadership role, where you’ll inspire a team, influence standards, and make a genuine difference every day. If you’re an experienced security professional ready to lead, inspire, and deliver excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll do

• Leading and supervising the security team, including rotas, briefings, holidays, and performance support
• Ensuring delivery of a customer-focused security service across campus
• Acting as a visible point of leadership for staff, students, visitors, and contractors
• Conducting patrols, CCTV monitoring, and access control to maintain site security
• Managing incident response, escalation, and ensuring high-quality reporting
• Supporting and delivering training and development for team members
• Driving Health & Safety compliance and continuous improvement initiatives
• Overseeing key control systems and ensuring all security equipment is fully operational
• Building strong relationships with Sodexo colleagues and client stakeholders
• Promoting a positive team culture, encouraging collaboration, accountability, and high standards

What you bring

Essential

• Valid SIA Licence
• 3–5 years’ experience within a security environment
• Proven team leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong knowledge of CCTV systems, alarms, and security operations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage incidents calmly and effectively
• Strong attention to detail and report-writing skills
• IT literacy and understanding of data protection
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Desirable

• CCTV Licence
• First Aid and/or Fire Warden certification
• Knowledge of BS7858:2013 standards

What we offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

*Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications

Why Sodexo?

Security Supervisor

• University of Greenwich, Greenwich Campus, 30 Park Row SE10 9LS
• £15.29ph + excellent benefits
• 42 hours per week
• 42 hrs pw 4 on 4 off 1x day, 2x nights
• SIA Licence holder essential
• Security Vetting - BS7858 required

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