Duty Security Manager
| Posting date: | 05 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £16.90 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 March 2026 |
| Location: | London |
| Company: | Guarding UK |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 808 |
Summary
Job Advert
Job Title: Duty Security Manager
Nearest station: Tottenham Court Road
Department: Security Operations
Reports to: Security Operations Manager
4 ON 4 OFF shift pattern, Mixed days & nights, 07:00 – 19:00 & 19:00 to 07:00 respectively. Average 42hrs per week
Pay Rate: £16.90
Job ID: 808
Closing Date: 19/02/2026
Job Overview:
The Duty Security Manager will lead and oversee daily security operations within the venue, ensuring high standards of safety,
efficiency, and professionalism. This includes direct management of the Security Operations Center (SOC) and security officers,
with a focus on ensuring regular briefings, team productivity, and adherence to security procedures. You will maintain a positive
and developmental work environment while collaborating with upper management to align security practices with organizational
goals.
Responsibilities:
* Oversee and manage the Security Operations Center (SOC) to ensure effective monitoring, incident response, and communication
across security teams.
* Supervise security officers, ensuring they are prepared, briefed, and aligned with daily operational goals and any specific
tasks or events.
* Conduct and facilitate daily briefings to ensure the security team is fully informed of operational priorities, changes, and
potential risks.
* Develop and implement training programs aimed at enhancing the skills, knowledge, and performance of the security staff.
* Foster a supportive and professional environment, providing leadership, coaching, and feedback to security officers for
continuous development.
* Maintain clear and confident communication with clients, guests, and other departments as required.
* Collaborate with upper management to report on security operations, share insights, and propose improvements.
Required Skills:
* Strong leadership and team management skills, with an emphasis on conducting briefings and maintaining effective security
operations.
* Excellent operational and client management capabilities.
* Clear, confident communication skills and the ability to deliver briefings and updates professionally.
* Ability to stay calm, organized, and professional under pressure.
* Business-wide focus, with a proactive approach to decision-making and accountability.
* Proficient in computer skills, particularly with security systems, SOC technology, and administrative tasks.
Qualifications:
* SIA Door Supervisor (DS) license
* SIA CCTV (Closed Circuit Television) license
* Five years of checkable history
* Permanent right to work in the UK
Adherence to Site Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
* Follow all established site-specific SOPs to ensure consistency, compliance, and safety in all security operations.
* Maintain a working knowledge of updated SOPs and apply them in daily responsibilities and emergency situations.
* Participate in ongoing training related to SOPs and other site policies as required.
Experience:
* Proven experience as a Security Manager or Security Supervisor with a background in supervising teams and managing SOC
functions.
* Familiarity with conducting daily briefings and preparing security officers for high-traffic, event-driven environments.
* Experience in large venues or event spaces, demonstrating effective incident response and team management in dynamic settings.
Employee Benefits
GUK takes pride in offering benefits that promote health and wellbeing.
* Ride to Work Scheme
* 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* 3% pension contribution
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Credit Union
* Long Service Rewards
* Employee of the Month/Year
We are an equal opportunities employer; we encourage applications from a diverse range of individuals. We believe that a diverse
talented workforce nurtures excellence and makes us a great place to work, where individuality and inclusivity are celebrated.
We reserve the right to withdraw the advert earlier than the advertised closing date if we receive too many applications.
Job Title: Duty Security Manager
Nearest station: Tottenham Court Road
Department: Security Operations
Reports to: Security Operations Manager
4 ON 4 OFF shift pattern, Mixed days & nights, 07:00 – 19:00 & 19:00 to 07:00 respectively. Average 42hrs per week
Pay Rate: £16.90
Job ID: 808
Closing Date: 19/02/2026
Job Overview:
The Duty Security Manager will lead and oversee daily security operations within the venue, ensuring high standards of safety,
efficiency, and professionalism. This includes direct management of the Security Operations Center (SOC) and security officers,
with a focus on ensuring regular briefings, team productivity, and adherence to security procedures. You will maintain a positive
and developmental work environment while collaborating with upper management to align security practices with organizational
goals.
Responsibilities:
* Oversee and manage the Security Operations Center (SOC) to ensure effective monitoring, incident response, and communication
across security teams.
* Supervise security officers, ensuring they are prepared, briefed, and aligned with daily operational goals and any specific
tasks or events.
* Conduct and facilitate daily briefings to ensure the security team is fully informed of operational priorities, changes, and
potential risks.
* Develop and implement training programs aimed at enhancing the skills, knowledge, and performance of the security staff.
* Foster a supportive and professional environment, providing leadership, coaching, and feedback to security officers for
continuous development.
* Maintain clear and confident communication with clients, guests, and other departments as required.
* Collaborate with upper management to report on security operations, share insights, and propose improvements.
Required Skills:
* Strong leadership and team management skills, with an emphasis on conducting briefings and maintaining effective security
operations.
* Excellent operational and client management capabilities.
* Clear, confident communication skills and the ability to deliver briefings and updates professionally.
* Ability to stay calm, organized, and professional under pressure.
* Business-wide focus, with a proactive approach to decision-making and accountability.
* Proficient in computer skills, particularly with security systems, SOC technology, and administrative tasks.
Qualifications:
* SIA Door Supervisor (DS) license
* SIA CCTV (Closed Circuit Television) license
* Five years of checkable history
* Permanent right to work in the UK
Adherence to Site Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
* Follow all established site-specific SOPs to ensure consistency, compliance, and safety in all security operations.
* Maintain a working knowledge of updated SOPs and apply them in daily responsibilities and emergency situations.
* Participate in ongoing training related to SOPs and other site policies as required.
Experience:
* Proven experience as a Security Manager or Security Supervisor with a background in supervising teams and managing SOC
functions.
* Familiarity with conducting daily briefings and preparing security officers for high-traffic, event-driven environments.
* Experience in large venues or event spaces, demonstrating effective incident response and team management in dynamic settings.
Employee Benefits
GUK takes pride in offering benefits that promote health and wellbeing.
* Ride to Work Scheme
* 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* 3% pension contribution
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Credit Union
* Long Service Rewards
* Employee of the Month/Year
We are an equal opportunities employer; we encourage applications from a diverse range of individuals. We believe that a diverse
talented workforce nurtures excellence and makes us a great place to work, where individuality and inclusivity are celebrated.
We reserve the right to withdraw the advert earlier than the advertised closing date if we receive too many applications.