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Security Supervisor

Anchor Group Services · Manchester, Greater Manchester

Type
Full-time
Posted
17 days ago

Overview

Your supervisory and incident command experience from policing directly maps to leading a security team and managing emergencies.

About this role

*Job Role:*Security Supervisor

*Working Hours:*4 on 4 off shift pattern - average 42 hours per week

  • Monday to Friday: 06:00-18:00
  • Weekends: 07:00-19:00

*Pay:*£14.05 per hour

*Location:*Trafford Palazzo, M17 8AS

*Reporting to:*Contract Manager

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Anchor Group Services for an experienced Security Supervisor to join our established security team at Trafford Palazzo.

This is a leadership focused role within a high profile retail and leisure destination, responsible for the day-to-day supervision, management, and performance of the on-site security team. As Security Supervisor, you will ensure all security operations are delivered to the highest standards of professionalism, compliance, safety, and customer service.

The successful candidate will act as the primary on site point of contact for both the client and security team, supporting officer development, maintaining operational standards, and ensuring a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for customers, visitors, tenants, contractors, and staff.

You will play a key role in maintaining service excellence, driving team performance, overseeing compliance requirements, and responding effectively to incidents and emergencies. Strong leadership, communication, and decision making skills are essential.

A valid SIA Door Supervisor licence is essential, and CCTV experience or a CCTV licence is desirable.

Duties Include

  • Supervise and support the on-site security team, ensuring all personnel perform their duties effectively and in accordance with site Assignment Instructions (AIs) and company procedures
  • Act as the primary point of contact between management, the client, and Anchor Group Services
  • Monitor officer performance, attendance, compliance standards, and overall service delivery
  • Carry out return-to-work interviews and support employee welfare processes in line with company procedures
  • Conduct welfare visits and welfare meetings where required, ensuring officers receive appropriate support and guidance
  • Complete management reports, incident reports, investigation reports, and other site documentation to a high standard
  • Protect the client's property, people, and assets through the effective delivery of security services and compliance with all site procedures
  • Minimise loss, damage, and risk by identifying irregularities, addressing breaches of policy, and taking appropriate action
  • Lead and coordinate responses to incidents, emergencies, evacuations, alarms, and business continuity events
  • Ensure all escalation procedures are followed in accordance with company and client requirements
  • Support Control Room and CCTV operations, ensuring GDPR compliance and the accurate maintenance of records and documentation
  • Oversee key management, equipment control, and site security systems
  • Ensure health and safety inspections, patrols, and compliance checks are completed and recorded accurately
  • Identify, investigate, and report incidents, accidents, damage, defects, near misses, and security breaches promptly
  • Handle customer queries, complaints, and challenging situations professionally, ensuring appropriate escalation where necessary
  • Work closely with the Contract Manager to maintain service excellence, drive continuous improvement, and build strong client relationships
  • Promote a safe, secure, professional, and welcoming environment at all times

Requirements

  • Essential: Full 5-year checkable employment history
  • Essential: Valid frontline SIA Door Supervisor Licence
  • Desirable: CCTV experience or a valid CCTV Licence
  • Preferred: Full UK driving licence
  • Previous supervisory experience within the security industry
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, support, and manage a team
  • Excellent customer service skills and confidence to manage conflict professionally
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Competent IT skills and experience completing reports and maintaining records
  • Ability to investigate incidents and produce detailed written reports
  • Good understanding of health and safety procedures and emergency response protocols
  • Flexible and adaptable approach to operational requirements
  • Smart, professional appearance and manner
  • Reliable, punctual, and highly organised
  • High levels of enthusiasm with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

  • Access to a range of nationally recognised courses to help further your career via the Anchor Academy
  • Access to SIA and First Aid training at discounted rates, with financial support available
  • Auto Enrolment Pension (if earnings reach the minimum 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, including access to counselling
  • Hospital Saturday Fund
  • Reward and Recognition Awards
  • Career progression opportunities within a growing national security company

What's Next?

If you would like to be considered for this position, *APPLY NOW*and we will be in touch.

*Other companies may call this role:*Security Team Manager, Security Team Supervisor, Security Operations Supervisor, SIA Supervisor, Site Supervisor, Contract Supervisor, Security Team Leader, Security Duty Manager, Retail Security Supervisor, Shopping Centre Security Supervisor.

*Within commuting distance of:*Altrincham, Sale, Stretford, Salford, Urmston, Eccles, Monton, Worsley, Swinton, Walkden, Prestwich, Whitefield, Radcliffe, Bury, Bolton, Farnworth, Little Lever, Horwich, Leigh, Atherton, Tyldesley, Stockport, Cheadle, Gatley, Heald Green, Wilmslow, Hazel Grove, Bramhall, Marple, Hyde, Denton, Droylsden, Ashton-under-Lyne, Stalybridge, Mossley and Rochdale.

About security roles for ex-police

Security management, operations and consultancy roles. Years of operational policing — command, incident response, public order — translate directly into corporate security, and employers in this sector actively rate police experience.

See all security jobs in Manchester

Why this fits a police background — match score 85/100

  • Incident command & response
  • Protection & firearms
  • Investigative casework
  • Working to legislation & regulation
  • Security operations

What security roles pay ex-police

Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026

Security officer (SIA)£24,000–£29,000
Security supervisor / team leader£28,000–£34,000
Site / security manager£38,000–£52,000
Regional / operations security manager£50,000–£65,000
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