About the Role
Join the team protecting one of London's newest and most exciting destinations. Anchor Group Services is recruiting Security Supervisors / Controllers for The Elephant, a landmark mixed-use development. This is a unique opportunity to join a flagship London mobilisation from day one, helping to establish standards, culture and service excellence. As a Security Supervisor / Controller, you will lead by example, supporting frontline teams and ensuring the highest standards of safety, security and customer service.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise all security operations during your allocated shift, acting as the primary escalation point for incidents, emergencies, and operational issues.
- Manage the deployment and performance of the security team, ensuring appropriate resource levels are maintained.
- Oversee Security Control Room operations, including CCTV monitoring, alarm management, incident response, investigations, record keeping and GDPR compliance.
- Deliver shift briefings, debriefings and operational updates, ensuring teams remain informed and aligned with site priorities.
- Coordinate responses to incidents, anti-social behaviour, suspicious activity, welfare concerns and emergencies, liaising with external agencies where required.
- Conduct patrols, inspections and compliance checks across retail, residential and public areas, including contractor monitoring and permit-to-work activities.
- Prepare reports, investigations and operational documentation, ensuring incidents are accurately recorded and resolved.
- Support the recruitment, onboarding, development, welfare and performance management of operational staff.
- Ensure Assignment Instructions, site procedures, health & safety requirements and company standards are consistently followed.
- Identify operational risks and opportunities for improvement, promoting a culture of professionalism, accountability and excellent customer service.
Requirements
- Valid SIA Door Supervisor (DS) Licence.
- Valid SIA CCTV (Public Space Surveillance) Licence.
- Full 5-year checkable employment history.
- Previous Security Supervisor, Team Leader or Control Room experience.
- Previous experience operating CCTV and security monitoring systems.
- Strong incident management and decision-making skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High standard of report writing and documentation.
- Customer service experience and confidence managing conflict professionally.
- Ability to work under pressure within a fast-paced environment.
- Professional appearance and leadership qualities.
Skills
- CCTV monitoring
- Alarm management
- Incident response
- Record keeping
- GDPR compliance
- Report writing
- Conflict management
- Customer service
Location
- The Elephant, Elephant & Castle, London
Work Type
- 4 on 4 off shift pattern (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off)
- Average 42 hours per week
Experience Level
- Previous Security Supervisor, Team Leader or Control Room experience
Salary/Compensations
- £15.80 per hour
Benefits
- Access to a range of nationally recognised courses 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 development opportunities within a growing national business.
About the Company
- Anchor Group Services is recruiting Security Supervisors / Controllers for The Elephant, a landmark mixed-use development at the heart of Elephant & Castle. Bringing together retail, residential and public spaces, The Elephant is set to become a vibrant destination where residents, visitors, retailers and communities come together.
