Security Officer

Manchester, United Kingdom | Posted on 29/12/2025

With a wide range of roles available nationwide, you can find your perfect fit at Anchor. A company is nothing without the people in it, and we pride ourselves on our commitment to you, and with perks like our own employee assistance programme, wage advances with 'Wagestream', and a dedicated manager, we are industry leading employers.

With hundreds of accredited online training options through our own Anchor Academy, you will be given the opportunity to progress your career in a way that suits you.

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Job Role: Security Officer

Working Hours: 12:00-00:00, 4 on 4 off - average 42 hours per week

Pay: £12.80 per hour

Reporting to:
Contract Manager

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Anchor Group Services, for an experienced Security Officer to join our established security team based at Trafford Palazzo.

As a Security Officer, youwill be responsible for conducting regular patrols throughout the shopping centre, monitoring activity toensure a safe and secure environment for all visitors andstaff.

You will respond promptly to incidents, liaiseprofessionally with members of the public and site management,and maintain accurate records in line with operational procedures. A strong presence, attention to detail, and commitment to upholding site security standards are essential.

The successful candidate musthave a valid SIA Licence as a minimum and previoussecurity experience is essential. Candidates should alsodemonstrate flexibility with working hours and possess the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of ateam.

Duties include:

• Protecting theclient’s property, people and/or assets by providingsecurity services in direct accordance with the sitespublished Assignment Instructions (AI’s) and site-specificprocedures
• Preventing lossesand damage by reporting irregularities; informing offendersof policy and procedures
• Preventing andescalating incidents in a timely, accurate and appropriate manner to the Control Room/ Shift Manager/Operations Manager/Emergency Services as appropriate for seriousincidents
• Operating and monitoring site CCTV equipment
• Completing reports by recording observations, information, occurrences,and surveillance activities
• Maintaining organisation's stability and reputation by complying withlegal requirements
• Contributing toteam effort by accomplishing related results asneeded
• Acting as a firstline support to customers and visitors on site, providing aprofessional and friendly service
• Understanding the needs of our customer, respond accordingly to customer queries and requests and take appropriate action
• Maintaining professional conduct at all times

• Full5-year employment checkable history
• Validfrontline SIA licence DS or SG
• Customer Service experience and confidence to handle conflict in a correct manner
• Flexible to meet the job requirements
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Smart appearance and be well-groomed
• Reliable and punctual
• Highlevel of enthusiasm and passion
• Abilityto work in a fast-moving environment
• Accessto a range of nationally recognised courses to help further your career, via the Anchor Academy
• Accessto SIA and First Aid training at discounted rates, with financial support available
• Auto Enrolment Pension (if earnings reach the minimum requirement for auto-enrolment)
• Stream - access to pay as you earn it
• Cycleto Work Scheme Available
• Full uniform provided
• Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling
• Hospital Saturday Fund
• Rewardand Recognition awards

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Within commuting distance of:
Altrincham,Sale, Stretford, Urmston, Eccles, Monton, Worsley, Swinton, Walkden, Prestwich,Whitefield, Radcliffe, Bury, Bolton, Farnworth, Little Lever, Horwich, Leigh,Atherton, Tyldesley, Stockport, Cheadle, Gatley, Heald Green, Wilmslow, Hazel Grove, Bramhall, Marple, Hyde, Denton, Droylsden, Ashton-under-Lyne,Stalybridge, Mossley, Rochdale.

Anchor Group Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.