Security Guard Supervisor Protective Services Workers
SaveWhat Does a Security Guard Supervisor Do?
Security guard supervisors monitor and oversee the activities of guards who protect properties from vandalism acts and theft. They assign areas to be patrolled by guards on a regular basis, transfer the individual caught trespassing to police custody and develop safety plans and drills for the buildings and employees under their supervision.
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Where Do I Start?
Criminal Law
Th legal rules, constitutions and regulations applicable for the punishement of offenders.
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These are common skills for this role. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box — use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Security Guard Supervisor
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialCriminal Law knowledge
Th legal rules, constitutions and regulations applicable for the punishement of offenders.
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EssentialSurveillance Methods knowledge
Surveillance methods used in the gathering of information and intelligence for investigation purposes.
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EssentialSecurity Threats knowledge
Types of threats to public and private security such as unauthorised entry, aggressive behaviour, molestation, robbery, theft, assault, kidnapping, murder and public demonstration.
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EssentialCoordinate Patrols skill
Coordinate the investigation and inspection of a certain area by assigning patrollers to routes and areas, establishing the area that needs patrolling, and coordinating the activities during the patrol.
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EssentialDetain Offenders skill
Keep back offenders and trespassers in a certain area.
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EssentialEnsure Law Application skill
Ensure the laws are followed, and where they are broken, that the correct measures are taken to ensure compliance to the law and law enforcement.
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EssentialEnsure Public Safety And Security skill
Implement the relevant procedures, strategies and use the proper equipment to promote local or national security activities for the protection of data, people, institutions, and property.
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EssentialLiaise With Security Authorities skill
Respond quickly to security incidents and violations by calling the police and keep in touch with other relevant parties involved in the potential prosecution of the offender.
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EssentialPractice Vigilance skill
Practice vigilance during patrol or other surveillance activities in order to ensure safety and security, to look out for suspicious behaviour or other alarming changes in patterns or activities, and …
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EssentialSupervise Staff skill
Oversee the selection, training, performance and motivation of staff.
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EssentialUndertake Inspections skill
Undertake safety inspections in areas of concern to identify and report potential hazards or security breaches; take measures to maximise safety standards.
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EssentialCoordinate Security skill
Organise the personal, technical and organizational security requirements.
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EssentialExecute Inspection Walkway skill
Carry out a route in order to verify if all the doors and windows are closed.
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EssentialMaintain Facility Security Systems skill
Ensure that proper and functional security systems are in place, including alarm systems, fire alarms, sprinklers and emergency exits.
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EssentialManage Security Equipment skill
Oversee and conduct inventory of security tools and equipment.
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EssentialManage The Security Team skill
Plan, organise and schedule work, equipment and procedures to be followed for the security staff under your supervision.
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EssentialMonitor Surveillance Equipment skill
Monitor the operation of equipment used in surveillance and gathering of intelligence to ensure it functions properly and to gather the surveillance information detected by it.
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EssentialSupervise Security At Manned Access Gates skill
Ensure that surveillance operations undertaken at manned access gates are carried out as effectively as possible.
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EssentialWrite Security Reports skill
Compile data on inspections, patrols and security incidents into a report for management purposes.
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Optional Skills (5 of 21 displayed)
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OptionalLegal Use-of-force knowledge
The characteristics of the use-of-force, which is a legal doctrine employed by police and army forces, to regulate acts of violence during interventions. Use-of-force is ought to balance security needs …
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OptionalIllegal Substances knowledge
The forbidden substances which cannot be transported from one area to another, or carried by an individual, as well as their nature and how to handle them.
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OptionalCheck Methods knowledge
Procedures used for investigative purposes such as surveillance by physical and electronic means, interrogations of witnesses, collection of objects and data for assessment and analysis and physical and electronic research …
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OptionalFire Safety Regulations knowledge
The legal rules to be applied for fire safety and fire prevention in a facility.
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OptionalLegal Requirements Related To Ammunition knowledge
Legal regulations and requirements in the field of selling, buying, handling and storing ammunition.
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OptionalSecurity In Commercial Buildings knowledge
Security procedures, characteristics, tasks and risks in commercial areas and institutions such as banks, malls, tourist spots, hotels and restaurants.
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OptionalSecurity In Industrial Buildings knowledge
Security procedures, characteristics, tasks and risks encountered in industrial areas such as factories, ports, warehouses and mines.
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OptionalCheck Official Documents skill
Check an individuals' official documentation, such as driver's licenses and identification, to ensure compliance with legal regulations, and to identify and assess individuals.
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OptionalDeal With Aggressive Behaviour skill
Respond promptly to adverse behaviour in a professional manner by taking appropriate and legal action to prevent further aggressiveness, such as verbal warning, lawful removal from the premises or apprehension …
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OptionalHandle Surveillance Equipment skill
Monitor surveillance equipment to observe what people are doing in a given area and ensure their safety.
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OptionalManage Major Incidents skill
Take immediate action to respond to major incidents that affect the safety and security of individuals in private or public places such as road accidents.
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OptionalOperate Radio Equipment skill
Set up and operate radio devices and accessories, such as broadcast consoles, amplifiers, and microphones. Understand the basics of radio operator language and, when necessary, provide instruction in handling radio …
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OptionalPatrol Areas skill
Patrol a designated area, watch out for and respond to suspicious and dangerous situations, and communicate with emergency response organisations.
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OptionalProvide First Aid skill
Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation or first aid in order to provide help to a sick or injured person until they receive more complete medical treatment.
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OptionalRestrain Individuals skill
Restrain, or control by force, individuals who violate regulations in terms of acceptable behaviour, who present a threat to others, and who perform acts of violence, to ensure the individual …
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OptionalDocument Security Incidents In The Store skill
Prepare documentation and specific reports of the security threats, observations and incidents, such as shoplifting, that occur in the store, to be used as evidence against the offender, if required.
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OptionalEnsure Hotel Security skill
Guarantee the security of guests and the premises by monitoring the hotel premises.
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OptionalMonitor Parking Areas To Maintain Security skill
Monitor the entry and exit routes within the parking areas and report on any hazards, accidents or violations.
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OptionalPerform Security Checks skill
Monitor and check individuals' bags or personal items in order to make sure the individuals present no threats and that their behaviour is legally compliant.
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OptionalProvide Door Security skill
Spot and monitor individuals or groups of people at the door who intend to enter the premises unlawfully or have potential for causing threats.
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OptionalTrain Security Officers skill
Instruct, train and further educate security officers.
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