Security Officer

Portsmouth, United Kingdom | Posted on 18/08/2026

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Job Role: Security Officer

Working Hours: Average 42 hours per week

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off shift pattern (12-hour shifts, times will vary depending on shift blocks)

Pay: £14.31 per hour

Location: Port Solent, The Boardwalk,Portsmouth, PO6 4TP

Reporting to: Contracts Manager

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Anchor Group Services for an experienced and customer-focused Security Officer to join our established security team at Port Solent.

This is a varied and people-focused role in a vibrant outdoorshopping and leisure destination, where delivering a welcoming, safe, andenjoyable experience for visitors is a priority.

As a Security Officer, you will work as part of a dedicatedsite team on a permanent 4 on, 4 off shift pattern, averaging 42 hours perweek. The role involves working a mixture of day, mid, and night shifts,providing a visible security presence across the site and ensuring the safetyand security of visitors, tenants, staff, and property.

You will be responsible for conducting regular patrols,monitoring site activity, responding to incidents, and providing excellent customer service to members of the public. You will act as an ambassador forboth Anchor Group Services and Port Solent, creating a welcoming environment while maintaining the highest standards of security and professionalism.

The successful candidate must hold both valid SIA and CCTVlicences, as the role includes operating on-site CCTV systems.

Day

Shifts:

06:00 to 18:00

Mid

Shifts:

• Tuesday to Thursday: 12:30 to 00:30
• Friday and Saturday: 15:30 to 03:30
• Sunday: 14:30 to 02:30
• Monday: 13:30 to 01:30

Night

Shifts:

18:00 to 06:00

Duties Include:

• Protecting the client's property, people and assets in accordance with Assignment Instructions and site-specific procedures.
• Providinga warm, welcoming and professional presence for all visitors, tenants andstaff.
• Actingas the first point of contact for customers and visitors, offeringguidance, information and assistance.
• Conducting regular foot patrols throughout the site to identify and mitigatepotential security risks.
• MonitoringCCTV systems in accordance with site procedures and data protection requirements.
• Supportinga safe and welcoming environment through high-visibility patrols and proactive engagement.
• Responding promptly and effectively to incidents, emergencies and security concerns.
• Liaisingprofessionally with site management, tenants, emergency services and members of the public.
• Reportingirregularities and addressing issues in line with site policies and procedures.
• Completingaccurate reports, including incidents, observations and daily activity logs.
• Maintainingcompliance with legal requirements, company policies and industry standards.
• Contributingpositively to the team and maintaining professional conduct at all times.

• Full 5-year employment checkable history –
  ESSENTIAL
• Valid frontline SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guarding Licence –
  ESSENTIAL
• Valid CCTV Licence –
  ESSENTIAL
• Ability to reliably commute to Port Solent, PO6 4TP
  .
• Previous security experience within a customer-facing environment preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills and confidence when dealing with conflict.
• Flexible and reliable approach to shift work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Smart appearance and professional manner.
• Reliable, punctual and trustworthy.
• High level of enthusiasm and commitment.
• Ability…