Team Leader

Control Risks Group Holdings Ltd • Full-time • Iraq, Basra • 5d ago

The Team Leader (TL) has a significant impact on how potential clients assess Control Risks’ capabilities. The TL is responsible for setting and maintaining the highest standards of team presentation and capability to the client, and will coordinate the direction and management of the team. The TL ensures that the team meets all operational and training standards with assistance from the training team and that the team is fully compliant with Control Risks’ standard operating procedures (SOPs) and doctrine at all times. The TL assists in mission planning for all tasks as detailed by the Operations Manager. The TL is responsible for the professional delivery of operational briefs to both the team and clients when required.

Closing Date 02 September 2025

Start Date 10 September 2025

Role tasks and responsibilities

Demonstrates competence in Control Risks’ SOPs and personal skills
Displays client etiquette, discipline and maintain Control Risks’ low profile approach
Remains informed about the threats and key issues in Iraq
Conducts vehicle and dismounted contact and immediate action drills
Maintains advanced first aid skills
Possesses competent navigation skills including map-reading, compass and use of GPS
Uses vehicle-mounted and handheld communications systems
To be fully conversant and comply with Rules for the Use of Force (RUF)
Maintains competence in all required skills through regular formal assessment

Management responsibilities

Conducts certifiable instruction in all relevant operational and medical team requirements in accordance with Control Risks’ training directives
Ensures the team maintains a professional approach, appropriate client etiquette, discipline and presentation
Ensures that the team conducts effective administration, including vehicle maintenance, equipment husbandry/accountability and reports and returns

Operational responsibilities