Banksman / Security Officer

Anchor Group Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Anchor Academy access

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Auto Enrolment Pension

Free Uniform

Job summary

Anchor Group Services is recruiting Banksman / Security Officers for The Elephant, a landmark development at Elephant & Castle in London. You will help manage vehicle movements, control access to loading bays and support site teams with a high standard of safety and customer service.

The role requires an SIA Door Supervisor and SIA CCTV licence, a full 5-year work history, and flexibility to work a 4 on 4 off pattern across days and nights. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Door Supervisor licence is essential.
• Valid SIA CCTV (Public Space Surveillance) licence is essential.
• Strong understanding of health and safety practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage conflicts professionally and calmly.
• Experience in security roles or similar operational site work.

Responsibilities

• Direct and marshal vehicle movements safely onsite.
• Monitor vehicle and pedestrian activity to reduce risk and ensure safety.
• Maintain a visible site presence and respond to issues promptly.
• Liaise with drivers, contractors, visitors and site teams professionally.
• Provide relief cover in the Control Room and monitor CCTV systems.
• Complete records and incident reports accurately and promptly.

Skills

SIA Door Supervisor

SIA CCTV Licence

Health & Safety

Communication

Conflict resolution

Teamwork

Job description

London, United Kingdom | Posted on 30/09/2026

At Anchor Group Services, our people are the foundation of our success. That's why we're committed to creating a supportive environment where you can develop your skills, progress your career and make a real impact.

As a leading provider of security, cleaning and facilities management services across the UK, we recognise that our success depends on the talent and dedication of our teams. That's why we invest in our people through a range of employee benefits, dedicated management support and wellbeing resources, including our Employee Assistance Programme.

Through our own Anchor Academy, you'll have access to hundreds of accredited training courses to help you develop your skills, thrive in your role and achieve your career goals.

Job Description

Job Role: Banksman/Security Officer

WorkingHours: 4 on 4 off shift pattern(2 days, 2 nights, 4 off) - Average 42 hours per week

Pay: £14.80per hour

Location: The Elephant, Elephant & Castle, London

Overview

Join the team helping to keep one of London's newest and mostexciting destinations moving safely and efficiently.

Anchor Group Services is recruiting Banksman / SecurityOfficers for The Elephant, a landmark mixed-use development at the heart ofElephant & Castle. Bringing together retail, residential and public spaces,The Elephant is set to become a vibrant destination where residents, visitors,retailers and communities come together.

This is a unique opportunity to join a flagship Londonmobilisation from day one, helping to establish standards, culture and serviceexcellence across a brand-new development. As a Banksman / Security Officer,you will play a key role in supporting the safe movement of vehicles,deliveries and contractors throughout the development, helping to maintain asafe and well-organised operational environment.

Due to the operational requirements of the site, thesuccessful candidate will also be required to provide occasional cover withinthe Control Room. As such, applicants must hold a valid SIA Door SupervisorLicence and SIA CCTV (Public Space Surveillance) Licence. This is a dual-roleposition combining Banksman duties with security responsibilities whenrequired.

If you're reliable, safety-consciousand take pride in maintaining high standards, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Banksman / Security Officer, you will support the safeand efficient movement of vehicles throughout the development, working closelywith drivers, contractors, retailers and site teams. You will help manageaccess to loading bays and service areas, promote safe working practices, andensure operational areas remain safe and well organised at all times.

You will also provide relief cover within the site's ControlRoom as required, monitoring CCTV systems and supporting the wider securityoperation.

You will be a visible ambassador for both Anchor GroupServices and The Elephant, demonstrating professionalism, vigilance andexcellent customer service in a busy operational environment.

Duties Include

• Direct and marshal vehicle movements safely onsite
  
• Ensure vehicles enter, manoeuvre and exit sitesafely and in accordance with site procedures
  
• Monitor pedestrian and vehicle activity to reducerisk and prevent unsafe practices
  
• Maintain a visible presence across the site andrespond promptly to any issues or concerns
  
• Liaise with drivers, contractors, visitors and thewider site team in a professional and courteous manner
  
• Carry out site checks and report any hazards,incidents or breaches of procedure
  
• Support the widersecurity and operational team as required.
  
• Provide relief coverwithin the Control Room, including monitoring CCTV systems and respondingappropriately to incidents and alarms.
  
• Complete any relevantrecords, logs or incident reports accurately and in a timely manner.
  
• Ensure all duties arecarried out in line with health and safety requirements, assignmentinstructions and company standards.
  

Requirements

• Previous Banksman, Traffic Marshal, Logistics or operationalsite experience.
  
• Valid SIA DoorSupervisor Licence (Essential).
  
• Valid SIA CCTV(Public Space Surveillance) Licence (Essential).
  
• Full 5-year checkableemployment history.
  
• Excellentunderstanding of health and safety principles.
  
• Confident directingvehicle movements and communicating clear instructions.
  
• Ability to challengeunsafe behaviour professionally and appropriately.
  
• Excellentcommunication skills, both written and verbal.
  
• Customer serviceexperience and confidence handling conflict professionally.
  
• Ability to remaincalm and professional under pressure.
  
• Strong observationaland problem-solving skills.
  
• Flexible approach toshift work including weekends and bank holidays.
  
• Professionalappearance and high personal standards.
  
• Access to a range of nationally recognised coursesto help further your career via the Anchor Academy.
  
• Access to SIA and First Aid training at discountedrates, with financial support available.
  
• Auto Enrolment Pension (if earnings reach theminimum requirement for auto enrolment).
  
• Stream – access to pay as you earn it.
  
• Cycle to Work Scheme Available.
  
• Full uniform provided.
  
• Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 includingaccess to counselling.
  
• Hospital Saturday Fund.
  
• Reward and Recognition Awards.
  
• Opportunity to join a flagship London mobilisationproject from day one.
  

What’s Next?

If you are passionate about safety, enjoy workingwithin operational environments and want to help support one of London’s mostexciting new developments, and a member of our team will be intouch.

Other companies may call this role: Banksman, Traffic Marshal, Vehicle Marshal, LogisticsOperative, Yard Marshal, Traffic Management Operative, Service Yard Operative,Loading Bay Operative, Logistics Coordinator, Security Officer, CCTV Operator,Control Room Officer.

Withincommuting distance of: Elephant & Castle, Southwark, Borough, LondonBridge, Waterloo, Bermondsey, Kennington, Lambeth, Peckham, Camberwell,Brixton, Deptford, New Cross, Greenwich, Lewisham, Croydon and Central London.

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.