Security Controller
- Location: Telford (Head Office), covering Shropshire and surrounding areas
- Company: Business Watch Guarding Ltd (The largest independent security company in Shropshire)
- Position Type: Full-time (Varying shifts, nights and short-notice cover)
- Shift: Not limited to but subject to a Monday to Friday pattern (1630 - 0300).
About Us:
Business Watch Guarding Ltd is the region’s leading independent security provider. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service to our clients. We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and reliable Security Supervisor to join our experienced management team. This role offers clear pathways for career progression within the company.
The Role:
Based at our Telford head office, you will work alongside the Duty Supervisor to oversee the general management of staff, resources, and administrative tasks during your shift. While primarily office-based, this role requires a hands-on approach, including field patrols and site visits when necessary.
Key Responsibilities
- Team Leadership: Manage staff and resources on shift; address substandard work, and implement measures to improve performance and accountability.
- Compliance & Quality Control: Conduct equipment and vehicle checks; audit mobile drivers' documentation, and verify that officers are in full uniform with SIA licenses clearly displayed.
- Site Management: Conduct supervisory visits to client sites, prioritising checks on relief officers to ensure competency.
- Risk Assessments: Complete thorough risk assessments for both new and existing client premises.
- Incident Response: Respond promptly to alarm call-outs and accurately manage all related documentation.
- Roster Management: Inform managers of roster amendments due to lateness or sickness to maintain seamless staffing levels.
- Key Audits: Conduct regular, secure key audits.
- Operational Flexibility: Provide critical shift cover for colleagues on leave, and step in for planned day shifts or short-notice schedule changes (Mandatory).
Requirements & Qualifications
- SIA Security Guarding Licence (Required)
- Security Experience: Minimum 1 year (Required)
- Driving Licence: Full UK licence held for at least 1 year with no prior disqualifications (Required)
- IT Skills: Basic computer literacy, specifically with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Attendance: A proven track record of excellent attendance and reliability
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Clear career progression opportunities
- 'Buy-back' holiday scheme
How to Apply
If you meet the criteria and are ready to advance your career, please submit your CV. Successful applicants will be invited to complete an official application form.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £13.21 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Flexible language requirement:
Licence/Certification:
Work Location: On the road