Area Manager

Lodge Security: The UK's Oldest, Family-Owned, Security Business
Join our retail security team!

Why Us?

Family-Owned, Family-Focused: We're not just another faceless corporation. At Lodge, you're part of a family that values and appreciates each team member
Exciting New Partnerships: We've just secured a contract with Boots, adding to our impressive cluster of retail clients. This means more opportunities for you to showcase your skills. Fantastic career growth opportunities

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Area Manager to oversee operations across our Midlands Divisions. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a proven track record in supervising teams to achieve operational excellence. As an Area Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that all sites meet performance standards while fostering a positive work environment.

Are you looking for a varied and interesting role where you can make a difference?

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of supervisors and staff across various locations, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to enhance productivity and efficiency within the area.
• Monitor performance metrics and provide regular reports to senior management on operational progress and challenges.
• Conduct regular site visits to assess operations, provide guidance, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Train, mentor, and support team members to promote professional development and enhance overall performance via Lodge Training Portal
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging innovative ideas and solutions from team members.
• Address any operational issues promptly, implementing corrective actions as necessary to maintain service quality.
• Driving our company values, mission, vision, and principles to retain our employee of choice culture
• Identifying vacancies and supporting recruitment/onboarding process

Requirements

• Proven experience in a Area Management role, preferably within a multi-site environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
• Excellent supervisory skills, demonstrating the capacity to manage diverse teams effectively.
• Exceptional organisational skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capability to make decisions under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.

Essential

• SIA License
• Driving License
• Area Manager experience

If you have experience of working within the Security Sector, are dedicated to delivering customer service and can work upholding our values then we want to hear from you!