Security Road Captain

The Security Road Captain at SMI plays a critical leadership role in executing and overseeing secure overnight movements of personnel, assets, or vehicles. This position ensures that all road operations are performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company protocols and mission expectations. As a field-based leader, the Road Captain is responsible for coordinating real-time convoy operations, enforcing safety and security measures, maintaining communication among teams, and representing SMI’s standards of discipline and professionalism during all active shifts. At SMI, we pride ourselves on delivering disciplined, professional, and reliable security operations. Our Road Captains are the backbone of overnight road movement, playing a critical role in maintaining safety, order, and mission success. Join a team where leadership is respected, and responsibility is rewarded.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the coordination of overnight road security movements.
• Serve as the primary in-field decision-maker during convoy deployments.
• Ensure all assigned personnel are following designated routes, timing, and safety procedures.
• Enforce strict convoy formation, spacing, and radio discipline throughout all movements.
• Maintain continuous radio communication with Road Major, dispatch, & others during shifts.
• Supervise and provide on-the-road guidance to team drivers and support security personnel.
• Report incidents, delays, or route changes to the Jr. Operations Manager promptly.
• Identify and assess potential threats, hazards, or unusual activity during road operations.
• Make informed, immediate decisions to safeguard staff and assets in the field.
• Ensure all vehicles are inspected prior to deployment & meet operational readiness standards.
• Promote a culture of vigilance, professionalism, and compliance with SMI’s safety protocols.
• Complete end-of-shift reports, incident logs, & convoy documentation accurately & thoroughly.
• Participate in post-operation debriefs with management.
• Provide input for operational improvements and contribute to team briefings and evaluations.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in security, transportation coordination, or road operations.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a security or logistics setting.
• Ability to work full-time overnight shifts, including weekends and holidays as required.
• Strong understanding of convoy management, defensive driving, and incident response.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in law enforcement, military, or private security.
• Certifications in first aid, defensive driving, or tactical vehicle operations.
• Familiarity with GPS tracking, radio communications, and emergency protocols.
• Bilingual in both English and Spanish.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Leadership: Ability to lead teams in high-pressure environments and make real-time decisions.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication; radio protocol expertise.
• Situational Awareness: High level of alertness to environmental risks and team behavior.
• Organization: Capable of managing multiple tasks, routes, and personnel on shift.
• Reliability: Dependable presence for overnight security and convoy missions.

Work Environment:

• Overnight field-based operations, primarily conducted in vehicles and on-road environments.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions, road hazards, and unpredictable situations.
• Requires prolonged periods of driving, sitting, and remaining alert during the night shift.