Description
We are seeking a Team Member / Deputy Team Leader / 2IC to provide armed and sometimes non-armed protection security for client contracts in hostile and high-risk environments.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards and presenting the team and its capabilities to clients. They will be compliant with Control Risks' standard operating procedures (SOPs) at all times and work with colleagues to deliver the best possible service to the client.
Key responsibilities include:
- Demonstrating client etiquette, discipline, and Control Risks' low-profile approach
- Remaining informed about the threats and key issues in the country
- Conducting vehicle and dismounted contact and immediate action drills
- Possessing competent navigation skills, including map-reading, compass, and use of GPS
- Using vehicle-mounted and handheld communications systems
- Complying with Rules of Engagement
- Maintaining competence in all required skills through regular formal assessment
- Conducting effective administration, such as vehicle maintenance, equipment husbandry/accountability, and reports and returns
- Assisting in conducting risk assessments and operational planning
- Issuing orders to team members and briefing clients in line with SOPs when required
- Conducting venue and route recces and producing reports
- Commanding the team and issuing direction to clients
Requirements:
- Minimum of 5 years of military/police experience, with at least 6 months of operational experience
- Fluent English speaker and writer
- Available to deploy at short notice
- Fully compliant to work within the location required
Preferred skills:
- 12 months commercial experience working within the country
- Experience managing operations for oil and gas clients
- Experience managing local guard force
- Experience working for Control Risks
Qualifications and specialist skills:
- Non-native English speakers: proof of language ability based on the TOEFL testing process with a score of 110 or above or the IELTS of 8 or above
- Valid SIA Frontline Close Protection Licence
- Valid certificate for FPOSi Lv3 (QNUK), FPOS lv3 or 4 (Pearson), and FREC lv3 (QA / Qualsafe)
- Military records
- Holds a BTEC Level 3 Close Protection Certificate recognised by the Security Industry Authority (SIA or country equivalent) and accredited by Ofqual
- HECPO qualified preferred
Benefits:
- Competitively positioned compensation and benefits package
- Life insurance cover
- Personal Accident insurance