Security Officer

Anchor Group Services; Warrington; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Anchor Academy access

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Anchor Group Services is recruiting a Security Officer to join the team based at Fiddlers Ferry Power Station in Warrington. The role covers night shifts (18:00–06:00) on a 4-on/4-off 12-hour pattern, averaging 42 hours per week, with a pay rate of £13.45 per hour.

A full UK driving licence and valid SIA licence are essential. You will patrol the site with an on-site company vehicle, control access at the gatehouse, and maintain accurate records while upholding security standards.

Qualifications

• Essential: Frontline SIA licence (DS or SG).
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Experience in customer service and handling conflict effectively.
• Flexible to meet job requirements and shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Carry out regular vehicle patrols and gatehouse duties.
• Monitor site activity and respond to incidents promptly.
• Maintain records per procedures and liaise with visitors/site management.
• Provide professional, friendly service to customers and visitors.

Skills

SIA licence

Customer service

Communication

Driving licence

Job description

Warrington, United Kingdom | Posted on 26/10/2026

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, nights(18:00-6:00), 12 hour shifts – average 42 hours per week

Pay: £13.45 per hour

Location: Fiddlers Ferry Power Station, Widnes Road, Warrington,WA5 2UT

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 Fiddlers Ferry Power Station in Warrington.

As a Security Officer, you will carry out regular vehiclepatrols (using an on-site company vehicle) and manage site access via thegatehouse to maintain the security and integrity of the site. You will beresponsible for monitoring site activity, responding promptly to incidents,liaising professionally with visitors and site management, and maintainingaccurate records in line with operational procedures. A strong presence,attention to detail, and commitment to upholding site security standards areessential to ensuring a safe and secure environment.

The successful candidate must hold a valid SIA Licence as aminimum. A CCTV licence is preferred but not essential, provided you have knowledgeof CCTV systems.

A full UK driving licence is also required, as the roleinvolves carrying out site patrols using an on-site company vehicle.

Duties include:

• Protecting the client’s property, people and/or assets byproviding security services in direct accordance with the sites publishedAssignment Instructions (AI’s) and site-specific procedures
  
• Preventing losses and damage by reporting irregularities;informing offenders of policy and procedures
  
• Preventing and escalating incidents in a timely, accurate andappropriate 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 and reputation bycomplying with legal requirements
  
• Contributing to team effort by accomplishing related resultsas needed
  
• Acting as a first line support to customers and visitors tosite, providing a professional and friendly service
  
• Understanding the needs of our customer, respond accordinglyto customer queries and requests and take appropriate action
  
• Maintaining professional conduct at all times
  
• Gatehouse duties – control site access by verifying identificationand logging vehicles, ensuring that only authorised individuals enter thepremises.
  

Requirements

• Essential: Full 5-year employment checkable history
• Essential: Frontline SIA licence (DS or SG)
  
• Essential: Valid UK Driving Licence
  
• A CCTV licence is preferred but not essential, provided youhave knowledge of CCTV systems.
  
• Customer service experience and confidence to handle conflictin 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 range of nationally recognised courses to helpfurther your career, via the Anchor Academy
  
• Access to SIA and First Aid training at discounted rates, withfinancial support available
  
• Auto Enrolment Pension (if earnings reach the minimumrequirement for auto-enrolment)
  
• Stream - accessto pay as you earn it
  
• Cycle to Work Scheme Available
  
• Full uniform provided
  
• Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access tocounselling
  
• Hospital Saturday Fund
  
• Reward and Recognition awards
  

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Within commuting distance of: Great Sankey, Golborne, Widnes,Runcorn, St Helens, Leigh, Prescot, Northwich, Atherton, Altrincham, Hindley,Tyldesley, Wigan, Urmston, Westhoughton

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.