- Location
- Petersfield England UK
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Supervisor
- Department
- Engineering, Facilities & Maintenance
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
About Estée Lauder Companies
The Estée Lauder Companies is a global leader in prestige beauty, founded in 1946 by Estée and Joseph Lauder and built on an enduring belief in creativity, high-touch service, and entrepreneurial spirit. As an employer, the Group offers talent the scale of an international house with the energy of distinctive brands across skincare, makeup, fragrance, and hair care. Its culture values innovation, inclusion, learning, and responsible growth, inviting professionals to shape consumer experiences from laboratory to counter, digital platform to boardroom. Employees join a purpose-led organization where heritage, artistry, and scientific excellence meet to define the future of luxury beauty.
Estée Lauder Companies is seeking a Security Supervisor for its Whitman site in Petersfield to oversee daily security operations, coordinate campus coverage and lead and develop Security Officers. The role supports day-to-day protection of people, products, premises and assets, working closely with the Senior Security Manager, and requires flexibility to support wider security operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise Security Officers’ daily activities, ensuring suitable security coverage across the Whitman Campus, including Fernhurst.
- Manage shift arrangements, rota planning and attendance records to maintain effective 24/7 security coverage.
- Support the Senior Security Manager in protecting company people, products, premises and assets.
- Manage operational priorities while maintaining high customer service across staff searches, access cards and secure staff sales management.
- Serve as a key contact for security incidents and coordinate local incident response across the Whitman Campus.
- Conduct and support security investigations, UK audits and other security-related activities as required.
- Maintain accurate KPI, attendance, incident and daily security reports.
- Lead, coach and develop Security Officers, including conducting PDPs and supporting performance management.
- Oversee departmental administration, including invoices and purchase orders.
- Liaise with departments across the business and other company sites.
- Support the Health and Safety Manager with fire safety management.
- Report supply chain discrepancies and security incidents to the Senior Security Manager, and support initiatives to protect supply chain routes.
- Support onsite CAA Known Consignor Accreditation and related security requirements alongside the Senior Security Manager.
- Remain flexible in supporting wider Security Operations and other duties as required.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a supervisory or leadership role in a security environment.
- Strong people management skills, including experience leading, motivating and developing a team.
- Experience planning resources, managing shift rotas and prioritising workloads to meet operational requirements.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.
- Good decision-making and problem-solving skills, including the ability to assess situations quickly and respond appropriately.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- Good working knowledge of fire panels and security systems, including Paxton, Viper and alarm systems.
- Knowledge of and practical experience with CCTV systems and relevant legislation.
- Competence in Microsoft Word, Excel and email.
- Experience preparing reports and maintaining accurate operational records.
- Ability to work effectively in challenging, high-pressure situations while remaining calm and professional.
- Ability to safely undertake the role’s physical and operational requirements, including active-duty periods and manual handling; reasonable adjustments will be considered where required.
Skills
Experience
Previous supervisory or leadership experience in a security environment; experience leading, motivating and developing a team, planning resources, managing shift rotas, and prioritising workloads.
Workplace
The role is situated in Petersfield, England, UK — conveniently close to Portsmouth.
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Culture
The Estée Lauder Companies fosters a collaborative, inclusive workplace where creativity, entrepreneurial thinking, and a passion for prestige beauty are deeply valued. As a global house of distinctive brands, it offers employees an environment that encourages innovation, professional growth, and a shared commitment to excellence and consumer inspiration.
About Cerulean
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