Security Officer

Anchor Group Services; Southampton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Anchor Academy training

Employee Assistance Programme

Uniform provided

Pension scheme

Cycle to work

Discounted training courses

Job summary

Anchor Group Services in Southampton is hiring a Security Officer to join our established team at The Marlands Shopping Centre. The role covers 42 hours per week in a 4 on 4 off pattern, with a pay rate of £14.31 per hour. You will patrol, monitor CCTV, report observations, and provide excellent customer service while upholding site security standards.

SIA frontline licence required; training available. Anchor offers benefits including Anchor Academy training, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme,

Qualifications

• Valid frontline SIA licence (DS or SG) required.
• Full 5-year employment history traceable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer service experience and conflict handling ability.
• Flexible to meet job requirements and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular patrols and monitor activity for safety.
• Respond to incidents and liaise with visitors and management.
• Operate and monitor CCTV systems and complete observation reports.
• Provide first line support to customers and visitors.
• Maintain records per procedures and ensure compliance.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Conflict handling

Patrols and observations

Education

SIA Frontline Licence (DS/SG)

Tools

CCTV operation

Security systems

Job description

Southampton, United Kingdom | Posted on 13/10/2026

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: Security Officer

Working Hours: 4 on 4 off shift pattern, 10:15-22:15 - average 42 hours per week

Pay: £14.31 per hour

Location: Marlands Shopping Centre, Southampton,SO14 7SJ

Reporting to: Operations Manager

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Anchor Group Services,for an experienced Security Officer to join our established security team basedat The Marlands Shopping Centre in Southampton.

As a 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 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 must have a valid SIA Licence as aminimum, with CCTV preferred but not essential as training will beprovided. You will be required toprovide a high level of customer service to visitors in the centre, completepatrols and remain vigilant at all times.

Duties include:

• Protecting the client’s property, people and/orassets by providing security services in direct accordance with the sitespublished Assignment Instructions (AI’s) and site‑specific procedures
  
• Preventing losses and damage by reportingirregularities; informing offenders of policy and procedures
  
• Preventing and escalating incidents in a timely,accurate and appropriate manner to the Control Room/ Shift Manager/OperationsManager/Emergency Services as appropriate for serious incidents
  
• Operating and monitoring site CCTV equipment
  
• Completing reports by recording observations,information, occurrences, and surveillance activities
  
• Maintaining organisation's stability andreputation by complying with legal requirements
  
• Contributing to team effort by accomplishingrelated results as needed
  
• Acting as a first line support to customers andvisitors to site, providing a professional and friendly service
  
• Understanding the needs of our customer, respondaccordingly to customer queries and requests and take appropriate action
  
• Maintaining professional conduct at all times.
  

Requirements

• Full 5-year employment checkable history
  
• Valid frontline SIA licences DS or SG
  
• 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 and First Aid training at discounted rates, with financialsupport available
  
• Auto Enrolment Pension (if earnings reach the minimum requirement forauto‑enrolment)
  
• Stream - access to pay as you earn it
  
• Cycle to Work Scheme Available
  
• Full uniform provided
  
• FreeEmployee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling
  
• HospitalSaturday Fund
  
• Reward and Recognition awards
  

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Within commuting distance of: Portsmouth, Southampton, Fareham, Gosport, Havant, Waterlooville, Eastleigh, Hedge End, Chichester, Petersfield, Winchester, Andover, and Basingstoke.

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.