Security Supervisor

Job Description

The Security Supervisor is responsible for protecting guests, colleagues, property and hotel assets at Shangri-La Singapore. Requirements typically include relevant security experience, supervisory ability, good communication skills, sound judgment, and familiarity with emergency procedures, access control, incident reporting and local safety regulations. Experience in a hotel, hospitality, commercial or high-security environment is advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to lead and brief security officers, monitor daily operations, respond calmly to incidents, coordinate with police or emergency services when required, and maintain professional guest service standards. Shift work, including nights, weekends and public holidays, is normally required. A valid Singapore security licence or relevant local certification may also be expected.

Company Info

Shangri-La Group is a major luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international markets. Its portfolio includes the Shangri-La, Kerry, JEN and Traders brands. Shangri-La is known for warm Asian hospitality, premium accommodation, extensive food and beverage operations, wellness facilities and high service standards. Shangri-La Singapore is a landmark luxury hotel set in landscaped grounds near Orchard Road. It serves leisure travellers, business guests, events and diplomatic visitors, with multiple restaurants, meeting spaces, recreational facilities and guest services. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment where discretion, courtesy, teamwork, safety and attention to detail are strongly valued.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, highly connected island city with opportunities in hospitality, security, tourism, finance, technology, healthcare, logistics and retail. The culture is multicultural, blending Chinese, Malay, Indian and international influences, with English widely used at work. Lifestyle is convenient and generally safe, offering excellent public transport, diverse food, shopping, parks and waterfront areas, although accommodation and daily expenses can be high. The climate is hot, humid and rainy throughout the year. Foreign workers normally need an employer-sponsored work pass; eligibility depends on nationality, qualifications, salary and the role. Employers usually guide successful candidates through the application process, but approval is handled by Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower. New arrivals should budget for housing deposits, transport, healthcare and insurance, and confirm accommodation and work-pass arrangements before relocating.