A hard working qualified and experienced Executive Protection and Security Specialist. I have found that the development of my personal qualities, team spirit, motivation and sheer professionalism, coupled with the values and standards that are synonymous to the British Army and the Security Industry have helped me overcome all challenges that I have faced. Reliable and responsible and able to plan, motivate and train a diverse range of personnel to execute detailed plans and tasks. Diplomatic and resourceful as the manager in charge of a minimum of 32 and a maximum of 120 members of staff which included discipline, training, career and personal development which has been part of my daily routine for the last 10 years. Well known for my use of motivational and interpersonal skills which have been used to great effect in dealing with my peers and both internal and external customers. Able to plan, execute and supervise complex operations. Ability to analyse information coupled with identifying key areas of improvement. Having a good working knowledge of negotiation skills used in dealing with foreign government bodies to achieve identified goals. Keen eye for detail to identify areas of integral security failures and implementing cost effective workable solutions. Ability in managing not just personnel but also a fleet of 30 vehicles that included procurement, supply and logistics. Qualifications and Training Phoenix Close Protection (City and Guilds NVQ Level 3) Feb 2006
Security Industry Authority Licensed, Close Protection (0801 1002 3727 7504) Jan 2006
Ronin South Africa Close Protection Level 5, NVQ Level 3 (PSIRA, POSLEC, City and Guilds, HWSETA, ASLET, SASSETA, SITA, SITO)Aug 2005
Tactical use of firearms (NQF level 5)Aug 2005
Provision of Close Protection to designated persons (NQF level 5)Aug 2005
Private Pilots Licence (PPL Helicopter) Aug 2005
Medical (trauma and life support) RMAAug 2005
European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)Jun 2005
Basic Computer Skills (BCS Level 1 and 2)Jun 2005
Anti Terrorism Bodyguard Services (HSC Ongoing) Jun 2005
Colloquial A and B German Languages (Distinction)Jun 2005
Op Ajax Selection (Covert Surveillance, 14 int)Jul 2003
A, B, C + E Driving (M/Bike, Car, HGV, LGV, Class 1)Jun 2003
Platoon Sergeants (Group Leader) Battle Course (Weapons and Tactics) Apr 2003
Training and Operational Management (NVQ Level 4)Apr 2003
Covert SurveillanceSep 2002
Simulator Weapons Instructor (SAT)Apr 2002
Large Calibre Weapons Instructor Mar 2002
Education for Promotion (GCSE English, Maths)Jul 2001
Fleet Manager (all types)Jul 2000
Fitness Instructor Jan 2000
Section Commanders (Team Leader) Battle Course (Weapons and Tactics) Nov 1998
Driving Instructor Sep 1997
Tactics and Weapons Instructor Jan 1996
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