Team Leader (PC) - Basra, Iraq

About the role

Control Risks is recruiting a Team Leader (PC) in Basra, Iraq. The Team Leader sets and maintains the highest standards of team presentation and capability for the client, coordinates the direction and management of the team, and ensures the team meets operational and training standards and complies with the company's SOPs and doctrine. The role also assists in mission planning and delivers operational briefs to the team and clients. The application closes on 09 November 2026, with a start date of 08 December 2026.

Key responsibilities

• Demonstrate competence in the company's SOPs and display client etiquette, discipline and a low profile approach
• Stay informed about threats and key issues in Iraq, and conduct vehicle and dismounted contact and immediate action drills
• Maintain advanced first aid skills and competent navigation skills (map reading, compass, GPS)
• Use vehicle-mounted and handheld communications systems and comply with the Rules for the Use of Force
• Keep all required skills up to date through regular formal assessment
• Deliver certifiable instruction in operational and medical team requirements, and ensure the team keeps a professional approach and discipline
• Ensure effective administration, including vehicle maintenance, equipment accountability and reporting
• Assist in risk assessments and operational planning, issue orders, brief clients, conduct venue and route recces, command the team and provide emergency medical and primary health support

Required profile

• Completed Control Risks recruitment and selection process, including a pass on the HECPO course and the Close Protection course
• At least 5 years of military or police experience
• At least 2 years of experience in a PSD capacity in Iraq
• 12 months of commercial APT operational experience in Iraq
• Available to deploy within 6-8 weeks of hire
• Fit and active to work in a hostile environment with limited medical facilities
• Preferred: certified training instructor (CTTLS, PTLLS or equivalent BTEC), ex-military JNCO or equivalent, leadership and performance management training, oil and gas sector knowledge
• If not from an English-speaking country, proof of English (TOEFL 110+ or IELTS 8+) within the last 2 years

Required skills

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office
• Valid SIA Frontline Close Protection Licence
• Valid FPOS-I Level 4 and/or FREC Level 3 certificate