
CSSA Accredited · Manchester
Manned Guarding
Manned Guard Services
Our manned guarding services provide a visible security presence for businesses that need people on site to protect property, control access and respond when something does not look right. Aspin Group can build guarding into a wider facilities management service or manage it as a dedicated security requirement.
We support offices, industrial sites, warehouses, construction environments, education sites and other commercial properties across Greater Manchester, the North West and the UK.
Vetted
Security Personnel
UK Wide
Site coverage
24/7
Phone Support
Site Specific
Security plans
Our Services
Manned guarding tailored to your site
Security requirements change from one building to the next. A warehouse may need gatehouse control and vehicle checks. An office may need reception security and out-of-hours protection. An industrial site may need patrols across external areas, compounds and access points.
Aspin Group starts with the site and the risk rather than dropping a guard at reception and calling the job done. Duties, patrols, access procedures and escalation routes are agreed before the service starts.
Where a guarding activity requires specific licensing or site clearance, this is identified during mobilisation and the appropriate personnel are assigned.
Manned guarding services can include:
Static Security Guarding
Visitor & Contractor Management
Gatehouse & Access Control
Locking & Unlocking Procedures
Internal & External Patrols
Incident Reporting & Escalation

30+ Years of expertise
How We Work
Our manned guarding process
A security plan based on the site, access points and risks that actually need managing.
Security Site Review
We inspect entrances, boundaries, high-risk areas, operating hours and current security arrangements to understand where guarding adds value.
Officer Mobilisation
Suitable security personnel are assigned and briefed on the site. Required inductions, access procedures and relevant documentation are completed before the service begins.
Guarding Specification
Duties are agreed before mobilisation, including patrol routes, access controls, visitor procedures, escalation contacts and reporting requirements.
Reporting & Service Review
Incidents, patrol activity and relevant events are recorded according to the agreed procedure. The guarding plan can then be adjusted if risks, operating hours or site use change.
Free consultation with no obligation
Why Aspin Group?
Security guard services made simple
Good security is not about somebody sitting behind a desk. Guards need to understand the building, who should be there, what they are looking for and who to contact when something changes. Aspin Group integrates security into the wider facilities operation so guarding, maintenance and site management do not work in isolation.
30+
Years experience
24/7
Phone support
Site Specific
Guarding plans
Visible Deterrent
A professional security presence can deter unauthorised access, theft, vandalism and unwanted activity before an incident develops.
Access Control
Guards can manage entrances, visitors, contractors and vehicle movements according to the agreed site procedure.
Patrols With Purpose
Patrol routes focus on the areas that matter, from perimeter fencing and loading areas to internal access points and vulnerable zones.
Clear Escalation
Guards are briefed on what should be reported, who should be contacted and how incidents should be escalated.
Integrated FM Support
Security can sit alongside cleaning, grounds, building maintenance and other services within one facilities management structure.
Flexible Site Requirements
Guarding can be built around working hours, out-of-hours risks, temporary requirements or longer-term site security.
Local Area
Manned Guard Services for the Local Area
Bury
Rochdale
Bolton
Manchester
North West
Client Testimonials
What our security clients say
On behalf of B & E Boys I would like to thank you for all your help over the past few months, from last minute builders cleans to recently taking on one of our largest properties within our Property Portfolio. Aspin Group have been nothing but friendly and professional throughout everything so far, and your advice provided to us has also been invaluable. We look forward to continuing to work with you in the future.
I've been working with Aspin for a while now, and they consistently impress me with their deep expertise in their field. They are always willing to go the extra mile to ensure my needs are met, offering proactive solutions and clear communication throughout the entire process.
We started using Aspin in 2018 as a company we out grew our previous building and moved into a new one, leaving the 2 building to much for our inhouse cleaners. We have our regular cleaner who is reliable and who has been amazing through the current situation, we can ask them to change hours and do additional hours at any time. We have regular visits and audits asking if everything is OK and how can they improve anything to make things better. I would definitely recommend Aspin you feel like they care about your company as if it was their own .
CSSA Accredited
ISO 9001 Certified
Safe Contractor Approved
Manchester Based
FAQ
Manned Guarding FAQs
Everything you need to know about our manned guarding services in Manchester and across the UK.
Can’t find what you need? Our team is ready to answer any specific questions about your site.
What is manned guarding?
Manned guarding is the use of trained security personnel to provide a physical security presence at a commercial property. Duties can include access control, patrols, visitor management, incident response and monitoring of vulnerable areas.
What is the difference between manned guarding and CCTV security?
CCTV provides remote or recorded visual coverage. Manned guarding puts a person on site who can challenge access, patrol areas and respond directly to an incident. Many commercial sites use both together.
What does a commercial security guard do?
The role depends on the site. Common duties include checking visitors and contractors, controlling entrances, patrolling buildings and grounds, monitoring suspicious activity and reporting incidents.
Do security guards need an SIA licence in the UK?
Many licensable security activities in the UK require the individual carrying them out to hold the appropriate SIA licence. The exact requirement depends on the duties being performed. We establish the guarding role and relevant requirements during mobilisation.
Can manned guarding cover warehouses and industrial sites?
Yes. Warehouse and industrial guarding can include gatehouse duties, vehicle access, perimeter patrols, contractor control and monitoring of loading or storage areas.
Can you provide security guards outside normal working hours?
Yes. Guarding requirements can be built around daytime, evening, overnight or other agreed operating periods depending on the risk and site requirement.
Can guards manage contractors and visitors?
Yes. Visitor and contractor management can form part of the guarding specification, including checking access and following the site's agreed sign-in or authorisation procedure.
Can manned guarding be combined with other facilities management services?
Yes. Security can be managed alongside cleaning, grounds maintenance, building maintenance and wider FM services through Aspin Group.
Do you provide manned guarding across the UK?
Yes. Aspin Group has strong coverage across Greater Manchester and the North West and can support multi-site and commercial guarding requirements across the UK.
How much do manned guarding services cost?
Pricing depends on the hours required, number of officers, site risk, duties, licensing requirements and whether the service covers one or several locations. We review the site first and build the guarding specification around the actual requirement.
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0161 989 3280
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Service: Manned Guarding Services