Security Team Leader – On-site Ops & Investigations

Mitie; Stratton St. Margaret; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Site induction & training

Learning and development opportunities

20% staff discount

Free SIA licence renewal

28 days' annual leave

Pension

Full uniform

24/7 Virtual GP

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounts with selected companies

Overtime opportunities

Supportive management network

Job summary

Mitie is seeking an experienced Security Team Leader at B&Q Swindon Distribution Centre. You will manage the security team, deputise for the Security Manager, and ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly. This hands-on leadership role combines people management with investigations and reporting.

You will lead officers, conduct investigations, coordinate recruitment and deliver concise KPI reports, while maintaining strong client relations and adherence to site procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising or leading a security team and deputising for the manager.
• Investigation experience including evidence gathering and written reporting.
• Experience conducting recruitment interviews and assessing candidates.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and supervise security officers, setting clear expectations for conduct, performance and customer service.
• Deputise for the Security Manager and coordinate daily activity with the client.
• Support recruitment through interviews, onboarding and induction.
• Deliver team briefings, toolbox talks and coaching on site procedures.
• Conduct investigations into security incidents and prepare evidence summaries.
• Oversee daily security activity across gatehouse, access control, patrols and CCTV.

Skills

Team leadership

Investigations

Recruitment

MS Office proficiency

Communications

Prioritisation

Decision making

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Mitie is seeking an experienced Security Team Leader at B&Q Swindon Distribution Centre. You will manage the security team, deputise for the Security Manager, and ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly. This hands-on leadership role combines people management with investigations and reporting.

You will lead officers, conduct investigations, coordinate recruitment and deliver concise KPI reports, while maintaining strong client relations and adherence to site procedures.