Security Team Leader

Security Site Lead – HMRC

Location:

Telford

Pay: £14.14 per hour

Hours:

42 hours per week (4 on, 4 off rotation – days & nights)

Lead Security Operations at a Brand‑New HMRC Site in Telford. This role involves overseeing day‑to‑day security operations, supervising the security team, ensuring compliance, and serving as the primary contact between the security staff, Mitie management and the client.

• Lead and support the on‑site security team to ensure exceptional service delivery.
• Act as the first point of contact for operational security matters.
• Ensure compliance with Assignment Instructions, site procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct patrols, inspections and security audits.
• Coordinate incident response and ensure accurate reporting.
• Support investigations into security incidents and breaches.
• Monitor team performance and provide coaching and guidance.
• Maintain strong working relationships with the client and key stakeholders.
• Ensure Health & Safety standards are maintained at all times.
• Assist with training, onboarding, and ongoing development of team members.
• Produce accurate reports and operational documentation.

• Previous experience in a Security Supervisor, Security Team Leader, Site Lead or similar role.
• Valid SIA Licence (Security Guarding or Door Supervisor).
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience in a corporate, government or high‑security environment.
• Strong report‑writing and incident management skills.
• Ability to remain calm and make decisions under pressure.
• Good IT and administrative skills.
• Flexible approach to working both day and night shifts.

This role requires successful candidates to obtain and maintain a Security Check (SC) Clearance.

Mitie provides ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance leadership, operational and security management skills.

Competitive pay rate of £14.14 per hour, 4 on/4 off shift pattern, career progression and development opportunities, work on a prestigious government contract, supportive and professional team environment, employee benefits and wellbeing support.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long‑term condition and need us to make any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing.