Relief Security Officer

Anchor Group Services; Chatham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Anchor Academy

SIA/First Aid discounted training

Auto Enrolment Pension

Cycle to Work

Uniform provided

Employee Assistance Programme 24/7

Hospital Saturday Fund

Rewards and Recognition awards

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Anchor Group Services is seeking a Relief Security Officer to join our security team across Chatham sites. You will conduct regular patrols, monitor activity, respond to incidents, and maintain accurate records to uphold safety standards.

The role requires a valid SIA Door Supervisor licence and a UK driving licence, with a flexible schedule to cover day and night shifts. This zero-hours post offers training via the Anchor Academy and benefits as listed.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Door Supervisor licence.
• Valid UK Driving Licence.
• Full 5-year employment history.
• Customer service experience and conflict management.
• Flexible to meet job requirements.
• Excellent written and spoken communication.
• Smart appearance and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular patrols and monitor activity to ensure a safe and secure environment for visitors and staff.
• Respond promptly to incidents and liaise with colleagues, visitors and site management.
• Maintain accurate records and reports in line with procedures.
• Operate CCTV equipment and provide professional customer service on-site.
• Support site security teams across multiple sites as required.

Skills

SIA Door Supervisor Licence

Customer Service

Conflict Resolution

Communication

Flexibility

Teamwork

Punctuality

Job description

Chatham, United Kingdom | Posted on 04/09/2026

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: Multi-Site Security Officer

WorkingHours: Zero hours - must be able to work both days and nights

Pay: £13.45 per hour

Location:Covering various sites within Chatham

Reportingto: Operations Manager

Overview

An excitingopportunity has arisen at Anchor Group Services, for an experienced security officer to join our established security team in Chatham as a Relief Security Officer.

As Relief Security Officer, you will be responsible for conducting regular patrols, monitoring activity to ensure a safe and secure environment for all visitors and staff.You will respond promptly to incidents, liaise professionally with colleagues, visitors 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. Candidates should also demonstrate flexibility with working hours and possess the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

You will be required to support the site security teams at Ceva Chatham and Chatham Docks by being flexible and reliable to cover shifts as required, this will include working a variety of days and nights.

The successful candidate must hold a valid SIA Door Supervisor (DS) Licence as a minimum . A CCTV Licence is desirable but not essential. A valid UK driving licence is also required.

Dutiesinclude:

• Protecting theclient’s property, people and/or assets by providing security services indirect accordance with the sites published Assignment Instructions (AI’s) andsite-specific procedures
• Preventinglosses and damage by reporting irregularities; informing offenders of policyand procedures
• Preventingand escalating incidents in a timely, accurate and appropriate manner to theControl Room/ Shift Manager/Operations Manager/Emergency Services asappropriate for serious incidents
• Operatingand monitoring site CCTV equipment
• Completingreports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillanceactivities
• Maintainingorganisation's stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements
• Contributingto team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Acting as afirst line support to customers and visitors to site, providing a professionaland friendly service
• Understandingthe needs of our customer, respond accordingly to customer queries and requestsand take appropriate action
• Maintainingprofessional conduct at all times

Requirements

• Essential: Valid SIA Door Supervisor (DS) licence
• Essential: Valid UK Driving Licence
• Full 5-year employment checkable history
• Customer service experience and confidence to handleconflict 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
• High level of enthusiasm and passion
• Ability to work in a fast-moving environment
• Access to a rangeof nationally recognised courses to help further your career, via the AnchorAcademy
• Access to SIA andFirst Aid training at discounted rates, with financial support available
• Auto EnrolmentPension (if earnings reach the minimum requirement for auto-enrolment)
• Stream -access to pay as you earn it
• Cycle to WorkScheme Available
• Full uniformprovided
• Free EmployeeAssistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling
• HospitalSaturday Fund
• Reward andRecognition awards
• Free on-site parking

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Within commuting distance of: Chatham,Strood, Chattenden, Gillingham, Cuxton, High Halstow, Wouldham, Cliffe, Burham, East Tilbury, Snodland, Upchurch, Meopham, Lower Halstow, Newington, Gravesend, Tilbury, Maidstone, Allhallows.

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.