Humbulani Isaac Negota
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
6
6
Certificates
6
6
Languages
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Security and Risk Control Officer
University of the Witwatersrand
Johannesburg , South Africa
11.2007 - Current
- My duties included but were not limited to:
- Monitoring contract workers on campus.
- Assisting management with incident and accident investigations.
- Writing reports on incidents occurred.
- Performing routine patrols and inspections.
- Identifying security hazards and risks and then reporting them to management.
- Conducting safety awareness campaigns on campus.
- Ensuring safe working environment for students, staff and contractors.
- Safeguarding the university property and reporting any unsafe acts as well as conditions.
- Responding to emergency situations.
- Screening staff and students for Covid-19.
- Managed a team of junior control officers, providing guidance and mentorship in their professional development.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge about relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting organizational controls.
- Established effective monitoring practices, identifying areas of non-compliance or potential risk exposure.
- Developed comprehensive training programs to ensure staff adherence to control standards and regulations.
- Increased productivity with the implementation of process improvements and automation tools.
- Evaluated third-party relationships for potential risk exposure, recommending appropriate mitigating actions.
- Improved control processes by implementing risk assessments and audits.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
Security ,Risk and Protection Officer
G4S Security Solutions
Johannesburg , South Africa
12.1999 - 03.2007
- My duties included but were not limited to:
- Assessing contractors who are working on clients' premises.
- Reporting any hazards to management.
- Orientating new employees.
- Maintaining safety equipment (CCTV, alarms, first aid kit and fire extinguishers).
- Ensuring that all safety and security policies are adhered to by all personnel on premises.
- Safeguarding vehicles left overnight on premises.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff and visitors with regular safety inspections and adherence to established protocols.
- Supported event planning teams with risk assessments and tailored security plans to ensure the safety of all attendees.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering teamwork among officers and promoting professional growth opportunities.
- Implemented strong interpersonal skills to manage conflicts professionally when resolving disputes between individuals onsite.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention-to-detail within daily tasks, contributing to a reduction in security vulnerabilities.
- Assisted in the development of comprehensive emergency response plans, ensuring preparedness for various scenarios.
- Prevented thefts and property damage through proactive surveillance and immediate intervention when necessary.
- Reduced risk of security breaches by consistently monitoring surveillance systems and responding to alarms promptly.
- Provided excellent customer service as an approachable security presence for employees, guests, and clients.
- Conducted regular safety drills for staff and visitors, promoting preparedness and awareness of emergency procedures.
- Managed crisis situations calmly under pressure while directing appropriate actions during emergency responses.
- Safeguarded sensitive information by maintaining strict confidentiality standards while managing access to secure locations within facilities.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies during investigations and emergencies, fostering positive working relationships.
- Trained new Protection Officers on company policies, standard operating procedures, and best practices for effective security operations.
- Ensured compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company guidelines while executing all protection duties effectively.
- Enforced access control policies by verifying identification, granting or denying entry, and maintaining accurate records of visitors.
- Conducted detailed incident reports following any security-related occurrences, providing recommendations for future prevention strategies.
- Enhanced security measures by conducting thorough patrols and addressing potential weaknesses in facility protection.
- Liaised with external contractors to verify correct installation of designed systems.
- Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
- Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
- Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures.
- Improved communication between team members through the implementation of efficient reporting procedures and documentation practices.
Junior Safety officer(volunteering during(5days off
Tristar construction
Johannesburg , South Africa
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Investigated incidents thoroughly, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Liaised with external agencies such as OSHA during inspections or audits.
- Promoted a culture of safety through ongoing communication and reinforcement of best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Safety Management
University of South Africa (UNISA)
National Diploma - Safety Management
University of South Africa (UNISA)
National Senior Certificate - Grade 12
Thinashaka Secondary School
PG Diploma In Management - Security
University of Witwatersrand
Johannesburg 2022 - 2023
BA In Criminal Justice - Criminology
University of Venda
Limpopo 01.1994 - 12.1996
Skills
Team management
Good communication skills
Presentation skills
Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
Problems solving
Conflicts resolutions
Reporting writing skills
Security camera monitoring
Emergency Management
Knowledge of supervisory concepts
Time management
Certification
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments
References
Maphupha, Mashudu, Mr., maphupha.david@wits.ac.za, 011 717 4015, 083 370 9797, University of the Witwatersrand, Position: Security Supervisor
Awards
Five year long service achievement award
Timeline
PG Diploma In Management - Security
University of Witwatersrand
2022 - 2023
Junior Safety officer(volunteering during(5days off
Tristar construction
01.2020 - 12.2021
Security and Risk Control Officer
University of the Witwatersrand
11.2007 - Current
Security ,Risk and Protection Officer
G4S Security Solutions
12.1999 - 03.2007
BA In Criminal Justice - Criminology
University of Venda
01.1994 - 12.1996
Bachelor of Technology - Safety Management
University of South Africa (UNISA)
National Diploma - Safety Management
University of South Africa (UNISA)
National Senior Certificate - Grade 12
Thinashaka Secondary School