Security Team Leader - Aviation Manufacturing

Location: Belfast 
Company: Mitie Security 
Reporting to: Operations Manager 

Hourly rate: £17.50

Shift pattern: 4 on, 4 off (days and nights), 12h shifts

Weekly hours: ~ 42h

Why you'll love this role 

• Step into real leadership – lead, develop and support a team of Protection Officers in a high-profile aviation and manufacturing environment 

• Make a visible impact – your leadership directly influences safety, service quality and client confidence on site 

• Variety with responsibility – no two shifts are the same, from operational oversight to incident response and team development 

• Work with a prestigious client – be trusted to deliver high standards within a regulated, critical environment 

• Develop specialist skills – gain exposure to aviation security, emergency response, fire safety and control room operations 

• Progress your career – build leadership experience that opens pathways into operations management and senior security roles 

• Be part of a values-driven business – work for an organisation that puts people, safety and quality at the heart of everything it does 

The role 

We're recruiting a Security Team Leader to oversee a team of Protection Officers supporting a prestigious client within the Aviation & Manufacturing sector. This is a hands-on leadership role, responsible for delivering a safe, secure and resilient manufacturing environment while maintaining exceptional service standards. 

You'll lead by example, manage day-to-day operations, and play a key role in incident response, team performance and client satisfaction. 

Key responsibilities 

• Lead and support the on-site security team, ensuring effective resourcing and absence management 

• Maintain agreed service levels and escalate risks or issues to the Operations Manager 

• Build strong working relationships with the client and internal stakeholders 

• Oversee security operations including access control, patrols, control room and CCTV activity 

• Take a leadership role during security, safety and emergency incidents 

• Monitor officer performance, addressing low-level issues in line with company processes 

• Manage training requirements and compliance records for the team 

• Support employment relations matters on site as required 

• Ensure all site instructions, policies and procedures are followed 

• Promote Mitie's values, professionalism and a strong safety culture 

Training & development 

You'll complete mandatory and specialist training including: 
First Aid (IEC), fire safety, aviation security, control room and CCTV operations, spill response and emergency procedures. 

Health & safety 

• Ensure compliance with all company and client H&S policies 

• Report hazards, incidents and equipment defects promptly 

• Promote safe working practices and correct use of PPE 

Person specification 

Essential: 

• Proven experience in a security leadership or supervisory role 

• Valid SIA Door Supervisor licence (CCTV licence or willingness to obtain) 

• Excellent communication and customer service skills 

• IT literate (Microsoft Office) 

• Full UK driving licence and access to transport 

• Right to work in the UK with 5-year checkable background 

• British nationality or 5 years UK residency (CTC clearance requirement) 

• Calm, professional and effective under pressure 

Desirable: 

• Aviation security experience 

• Fire safety experience 

• First Aid qualification (IEC - Immediate Emergency Care including delivery of medical gasses) or willingness to obtain