Security Supervisor

About Maersk

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics with over a century of innovation and transformation, continually advancing efficiency, sustainability, and operational excellence in the industry.

Position Overview

The Security Supervisor will lead daily security operations at the Distribution Centre, ensuring a safe and compliant environment that protects people, assets, cargo, and crucial business activities. This role involves managing contracted security personnel performance, supervising onsite command-and-control functions, and ensuring compliance with Maersk Global Security protocols and recognized industry standards such as TAPA and C-TPAT.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all security operations onsite, including monitoring screening, access control, CCTV, electronic security systems, and physical infrastructure to guarantee operational readiness.
• Collaborate with the security vendor to prioritize security measures and apply lessons from incidents.
• Manage perimeter security according to Maersk policies and regulatory mandates.
• Coordinate manpower deployment to ensure continuous shift coverage, validating competencies and providing coaching or corrective feedback as needed.
• Ensure security agency complies with PLRD licensing and adheres to site-specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Lead the initial response to security incidents, conduct preliminary investigations, secure evidence, and document incidents promptly.
• Escalate significant incidents to Security Management following protocols and customer requirements, maintaining comprehensive digital logs and audit records.
• Lead escalations to senior management, customers, and regulators when necessary.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to maintain compliance and effectiveness of physical security, systems, and operational processes.
• Perform security risk assessments and recommend mitigation aligned with Maersk Global Standards, TAPA, and C-TPAT requirements.
• Maintain and validate all documentation relevant to internal and external compliance frameworks, including TAPA FSR, C-TPAT, and customer audits.
• Ensure ongoing compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement of security and resilience capabilities as aligned with Maersk standards.
• Prepare for audits, ensuring evidence integrity and sustained compliance beyond immediate corrective actions.
• Coordinate security arrangements for VIP visits, customer engagements, and high-traffic operational periods in partnership with security vendors.
• Manage crowd control, traffic flow, and emergency access routes alongside outsourced teams and internal stakeholders.
• Support business continuity through emergency response readiness and participation in drills and exercises.
• Review and update Site Security SOPs to incorporate operational changes, audit feedback, and emerging threats.
• Identify and implement improvements in security processes, technological applications, and workforce capability.
• Assist in security training analysis and contribute to upskilling initiatives for both internal personnel and outsourced security teams.
• Drive improvements in security maturity and embed security considerations in operational leadership decisions.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Four to six years of supervisory experience in security operations within logistics, warehouse, or industrial settings.
• Possession of a valid PLRD Security Licence and Security Supervisory certification.
• Preferably completed WSQ modules relevant to the PWM Security Supervisor track.
• Proficient in CCTV operation, electronic security systems, and command-centre monitoring tools.
• Familiarity with security compliance frameworks such as TAPA FSR/TSR, C-TPAT, and relevant local regulations is advantageous.
• Self-motivated, disciplined leader capable of managing multi-shift teams in a dynamic environment.
• Experience handling audits, investigations, and vendor management.
• Proven success in implementing security improvements through technology integration.
• Experienced in initiatives aimed at optimizing security-related costs.

Preferred Attributes

• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence both internal teams and external service providers.
• Analytical ability to recognize risks and suggest practical mitigation strategies that are operationally feasible.
• Experience in emergency response, crisis coordination, or business continuity is a plus.
• Background in Singapore Police Force (SPF) or Singapore Armed Forces (SAF), along with knowledge of Singapore Customs requirements, is considered beneficial.

Diversity and Inclusion

Maersk values diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other protected status. Support for accommodations during the application and employment process is available upon request.