Multi-Site Security Officer in Portsmouth

Portsmouth, United Kingdom | Posted on 24/08/2026

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

Location: Providing cover at various sites in Portsmouth, Southampton, and Fareham

Reporting to: Contracts Manager

Overview

An excitingopportunity has arisen at Anchor Group Services, for an experienced SecurityOfficer to join our established security team based across the Hampshire area.

As a Multi-Site Security Officer, you will be provide support to various sites within the Hampshire area and will be responsible for conducting regular patrols, monitoring activity to ensure a safe and secureenvironment for all visitors and staff. You will respond promptly toincidents, liaise professionally with members of the public and sitemanagement, and maintain accurate records in line with operational procedures.A strong presence, attention to detail, and commitment to upholding site securitystandards are essential.

Thesuccessful candidate must have a valid SIA Licence as a minimum, with CCTVpreferred but not essential as training will be provided.

You will need to be flexible and ready to cover different sites as required, demonstrating the initiative to adapt to each site’s individual needs. A valid UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle is essential.

Duties include:

• Protectingthe client’s property, people and/or assets by providingsecurity services in direct accordance with the sitespublished Assignment Instructions (AI’s) andsite-specific procedures
  
• Preventinglosses and damage by reporting irregularities; informingoffenders of policy and procedures
  
• Preventing andescalating incidents in a timely, accurate and appropriatemanner to the Control Room/ Shift Manager/OperationsManager/Emergency Services as appropriate for seriousincidents
  
• Completingreports by recording observations, information, occurrences, andsurveillance activities
  
• Maintainingorganisation's stability and reputation by complying withlegal requirements
  
• Contributing toteam effort by accomplishing related results asneeded
  
• Acting as afirst line support to customers and visitors to site,providing a professional and friendly service
  
• Understandingthe needs of our customer, respond accordingly tocustomer queries and requests and take appropriateaction
  
• Maintainingprofessional conduct at all times
  

Requirements

• Valid Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle - ESSENTIAL
  
• Full5-year employment checkable history - ESSENTIAL
  
• Validfrontline SIA licence DS or SG - ESSENTIAL
  
• CustomerService experience and confidence to handle conflict in a correctmanner
  
• Flexibleto meet the job requirements
  
• Excellentcommunication skills both written and verbal
  
• Smartappearance and be well-groomed
  
• Reliableand punctual
  
• Highlevel of enthusiasm and passion
  
• Abilityto work in a fast-moving environment
  
• Accessto a range of nationally recognised courses to help further yourcareer, via the Anchor Academy
  
• Accessto SIA and First Aid training at discounted rates, withfinancial support available
  
• Auto Enrolment Pension (if earningsreach the minimum requirement for auto-enrolment)
  
• Stream - access to pay as you earn it
  
• Cycleto Work Scheme Available
  
• Fulluniform provided
  
• FreeEmployee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access tocounselling
  
• HospitalSaturday Fund
  
• Rewardand Recognition awards

Other companies may call this role: Security Officer, Security Guard, Security Personnel, Protection Officer, Loss Prevention Officer, Security Specialist, Safety Officer, Security Coordinator, Security Analyst, Asset Protection Officer, Security Operations Officer, Security Risk Officer, Facilities Security Officer, Protection Officer, Workplace Safety & Security Officer, SIA Security Officer, Security Enforcement Officer

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.