Mobile Patrol Team Leader

Northern Security Limited; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full uniform provided

Company pension scheme

Job summary

Hollybank Trustees Ltd is seeking a Mobile Patrol Team Leader based at our Carlisle head office with on-site duties across the assigned area. The role involves supervising patrol officers, conducting client site patrols, responding to alarms, and ensuring safety and service quality.

Flexible shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and on-call duties, are possible. The ideal candidate has a valid SIA licence, a clean UK driving licence, and experience leading security teams.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Licence (Guarding or Door Supervisor) is required.
• Full UK Driving Licence with a clean record.
• Experience supervising security teams.
• Strong report-writing and communication skills.
• Ability to stay calm and make quick decisions under pressure.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data entry systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Mobile Patrol Officers.
• Coordinate mobile patrols and client site visits.
• Respond to alarms and incidents promptly.
• Prepare detailed incident reports and maintain records.
• Coach, train and assess patrol staff performance.
• Liaise with clients and management on security matters.
• Ensure compliance with policies, licences and safety standards.
• Participate in on-call rotations as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Incident response

Team management

MS Office

Education

SIA Licence

CCTV Licence

UK Driving Licence

Job description

Location: On site / Peterfield Rd, Carlisle CA3 0EY, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Operations | Mobile Security
HourlyFixed salary:£ 14.25

Job Title: Mobile Patrol Team Leader

Location: Head Office in Carlisle. Various patrol locations within the assigned operational area.

Reports to: Head of Operations

Working Hours:

Flexible shift pattern including days, nights, weekends, and public holidays.

Participation in an on-call rota may be required.

The Mobile Patrol Team Leader is responsible for supervising and supporting mobile patrol officers, ensuring the delivery of professional security services, and maintaining high standards of safety, customer service, and operational performance. The role involves conducting patrols, responding to alarms, managing incidents, and ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Duties:

• Lead and supervise a team of Mobile Patrol Officers.
• Conduct mobile security patrols of client premises and sites.
• Respond promptly to alarm activations, emergency call-outs, and incidents.
• Carry out security inspections, lock/unlock services, and welfare checks.
• Ensure all patrols are completed according to client requirements and company procedures.
• Monitor patrol schedules and ensure efficient route planning.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to patrol officers.
• Conduct regular site visits and performance assessments.
• Ensure officers maintain professional standards of appearance and conduct.
• Assist with staff induction, coaching, and ongoing development.
• Manage and report staff performance, attendance, and disciplinary matters when required.
• Take control of security incidents and emergency situations.
• Complete detailed incident reports and maintain accurate records.
• Liaise with emergency services, clients, and management as required.
• Investigate security breaches and recommend corrective actions.

Compliance & Health and Safety:

• Ensure compliance with company policies, site instructions, and industry regulations.
• Promote a strong health and safety culture within the team.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and ensure company vehicles are maintained and roadworthy.
• Ensure all patrol officers hold and maintain required licences and certifications.
• Maintain effective key control, ensuring keys are issued, returned, and recorded accurately.

Customer Service:

• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients.
• Address client concerns and ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Conduct quality assurance checks and identify opportunities for service improvement.

Person Specification

• Valid SIA Security Guarding or Door Supervisor Licence.
• Full UK Driving Licence with a clean driving record.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to remain calm and make decisions under pressure.
• Good knowledge of incident response.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience of working with digital systems for data entry and record keeping.
• Previous experience in a security mobile patrol role.
• CCTV Licence.
• Experience using security management and reporting systems.
• Knowledge of key holding and alarm response operations.
• Good knowledge of security procedures.
• Leadership and team management.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability.
• Customer-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professionalism and integrity.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Patrol completion rates.
• Response times to alarms and incidents.
• Quality of incident reporting.
• Team performance and compliance levels.
• Client satisfaction scores.
• Health and safety compliance.
• Full training will be provided.
• Company contributory pension scheme available.
• Full uniform provided.