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Operations Supervisor – East Midlands

The post holder is responsible for carrying out supervisory duties on an operational level ensuring the smooth running of operations in their designated venue. They will take responsibility for ensuring the venue is safe and manage staff in compliance with company protocols, legislation and agreed processes.

 

What you will be doing

  • Ensure the high quality delivery of operations, attending and managing events in consultation with your Area Manager
  • Provide both briefings and debriefings to the casual workforce under your agreed remit, on both general and specific matters affecting the safety and security of each event
  • Assist the responsible Operations Executive as directed, including liaison with agreed clients
  • Create client facing documentation including financial quotations for the provision of staff whilst keeping the Area Manager informed
  • Be responsible to clients and their representatives which fall under your agreed remit
  • Respond to internal and external communications in a timely manner, including periods outside usual working hours when required and/or arranging the appropriate cover
  • Comply with all Company policies and procedures relating to the role, including laws and regulatory influences
  • Be responsible for the health, safety and welfare of staff at events under your agreed remit ensuring all tasks are carried out in a safe, efficient manner
  • Be competent in the use of the Company IT systems, including the bespoke database Smartg8
  • Effectively manage your agreed split of operational and administrative hours and workload in consultation with your Area manager
  • Work in conjunction with the Training Department to motivate and develop the casual workforce in line with Company objectives
  • Conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times, ensuring you effectively communicate at all levels whilst maintaining the highest levels of confidentiality
  • Any other duties commensurate with the post

What Showsec can offer you

  • Salary of £30,815 per annum
  • 40 hours a week
  • 24 days holiday + 8 days public holiday
  • Employer pension contributions of 5% (Royal London)
  • A range of valuable medical and practical support services through our Employee Assistance Programme

What we need from you

  • Right to Work in the UK**
  • SIA Licence – Door Supervisor**
  • Maths GCSE or equivalent (C or above)**
  • English GCSE or equivalent (C or above)**
  • Competent understanding of Microsoft Platforms; Excel, PowerPoint, Word
  • Proficient in written and oral communication skills
  • Experience of client management & operational excellence

    Criteria marked with an **, candidates will be asked to bring evidence of to their interview.

Internal & External Desirable Criteria

  • UK Driving Licence
  • CCTV Licence
  • Close Protection Licence
  • L3 Certificate in Spectator Safety
  • L4 Certificate in Spectator Safety
  • L5 Aware in Crowd Management or equivalent
  • FREC 3 or FPOS First Aid Qualification
  • Higher level education i.e. A Level, Diploma, Degree
  • IOSH Managing Safely

Additional essential criteria for internal applicants

  • Showsec Supervisor Training
  • Showsec Head of Security Training

Vacancy Details

  • SALARY: £30,815 per annum
  • LOCATION: Leicester
  • VACANCY TYPE: 12 months, Fixed Term
  • CLOSING: 18 Sep 2025 12:00 AM
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We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found- so apply early. We will only be able to respond to applicants shortlisted for an interview. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. No agencies, please.

 

We are only able to accept applicants who are eligible to work in the UK.

Unfortunately, we are unable to proceed with your application.

SIA Licensed Roles require applicants to be 18 or over to hold an SIA licence. Due to the restriction of working hours and shift times our clients require our services, and the legislation in place to protect young workers, we are unable to consider applicants under the age of 18 years for non-SIA licensed roles.