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Mobile Security Supervisor

Equans · London, Greater London

Type
Full-time
Posted
14 days ago

Overview

Your incident command and supervisory experience from policing directly prepares you for overseeing security teams and responding to incidents.

About this role

Job: Support Functions Other

Schedule: Full-Time

Offer ID: 91885

EQUANS is looking for a Mobile Security Supervisor to join our team,**across London and the surrounding areas.

This is a full-time position working 42 hours per week and offering an annual salary of £32,400.00, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Shift Pattern

8am - 4pm but may vary dependent on the business needs

What will you deliver?

The Security Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the security team and ensuring the safety and security of the site. This includes supervising security officers, managing patrols, responding to incidents, and ensuring compliance with site-specific security protocols. The role involves maintaining high standards of security, safety, and customer service while effectively leading the team.

Please note:*Employment is conditional upon successfully obtaining and maintaining *Security Check (SC) Clearance. Candidates must be able to provide a full employment, education, and address history with no unexplained gaps.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct regular patrols and report any security concerns or incidents.
  • Monitor CCTV and security systems, identifying and responding to suspicious activity.
  • Manage access control, verifying identification and authorisation as required.
  • Respond promptly to alarms, security breaches, and emergency situations.
  • Complete accurate incident reports, records, and security logs.
  • Ensure all security equipment is functioning correctly and report faults where necessary.
  • Travel between multiple sites as required to support operational needs.

Customer Service & Communication

  • Act as the first point of contact for security-related enquiries.
  • Deliver excellent customer service while maintaining security protocols.
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors and site management teams.
  • Liaise with emergency services when required.

Health & Safety Compliance

  • Follow all Health & Safety policies and procedures.
  • Report hazards, incidents, and safety concerns promptly.
  • Conduct fire safety inspections, including monitoring fire doors and emergency exits.
  • Support emergency evacuations and fire drills.
  • Maintain a professional appearance in line with company standards.
  • Support reception or concierge services when required.
  • Escort visitors and contractors around site where necessary.
  • Undertake any other reasonable duties associated with the role.

Important Security Requirements

Due to the nature of this position and the locations involved, successful candidates must be able to obtain and maintain Security Check (SC) Clearance.

As part of the vetting process, candidates will be required to provide:

  • Proof of identity and right to work in the UK.
  • A full 5-year employment and activity history, including periods of unemployment, education, or time spent abroad.
  • A full 5-year address history.
  • Details of any unspent criminal convictions.
  • Information required for financial and background checks.
  • Evidence to support any gaps in employment, education, or residency history.

What can we offer you?

  • Paid days annual leave (+ public holidays)
  • Life Cover equivalent to X1.5 times annual salary
  • Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
  • Gym membership discounts
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Holiday purchase scheme
  • 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
  • Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
  • Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
  • Access to our growing employee networks including Accessibility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Women Together (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

What We're Looking For

This is an opportunity to join a professional and supportive team where your contribution makes a real difference. If you are a dedicated Security Officer with excellent customer service skills and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and security, we'd love to hear from you

Essential Requirements, Skills & Experience

  • Ability to obtain and maintain Security Check (SC) Clearance.
  • Valid SIA Security Guarding or Door Supervisor Licence.
  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly between sites in Heathrow, St Albans, Langhurst and Central London.
  • Flexibility to work within the operational hours of the contract.
  • Previous experience within a security role, ideally within a corporate, residential, commercial, or high-security environment.
  • Experience supervising or supporting security operations is desirable.
  • Strong knowledge of security procedures, access control, public safety, and emergency response protocols.
  • CCTV Licence and First Aid qualification are desirable but not essential.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a professional and customer-focused approach.
  • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
  • Strong attention to detail, sound judgement, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to incidents and emergencies.
  • Competent IT skills, including experience using security systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability to work independently whilst contributing positively as part of a wider team.

Who are we?

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world.

Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

At Equans, we’re committed to building a diverse, respectful and inclusive workplace that truly reflects the communities and markets we serve.

Joining Equans means being part of a culture where every voice is valued, supported by vibrant employee led networks championing inclusion and diversity across gender, ethnicity, disability, LGBTQ+, veterans, parents, and young professionals.

Guided by our core values, we foster a culture of respect, integrity, collaboration, and excellence - empowering our people to deliver outstanding results and be their authentic selves every day. Our approach means we welcome candidates with transferable skills who may not meet every specific requirement, and where possible we support flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments to enable success.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check or security vetting, as noted in the role requirements. A criminal record will not necessarily be a barrier to obtaining a position with us.

As part of our recruitment process, EQUANS uses StaffVetting, our trusted third-party provider, to support the completion of employee background checks.

About security roles for ex-police

Security management, operations and consultancy roles. Years of operational policing — command, incident response, public order — translate directly into corporate security, and employers in this sector actively rate police experience.

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Why this fits a police background — match score 90/100

  • Evidence & case files
  • Incident command & response
  • Protection & firearms
  • Multi-agency & police liaison
  • Working to legislation & regulation

What security roles pay ex-police

Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026

Security officer (SIA)£24,000–£29,000
Security supervisor / team leader£28,000–£34,000
Site / security manager£38,000–£52,000
Regional / operations security manager£50,000–£65,000
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