Jude Michael Ryan
Pietermaritzburg
Summary
I am a dynamic and self-motivated professional with a strong affinity for working collaboratively and fostering harmony in diverse cultural settings. My tenure with SAPS has honed my exceptional communication skills, enabling me to effectively engage across various cultural and organizational levels. With excellent listening abilities, I execute tasks with precision and efficiency, displaying a keen attention to detail in report compilation. I am passionate about sourcing information and leveraging media to stay informed on global and national current affairs. Highly adaptable and disciplined, I am committed to being a valuable asset to any organization. Beyond my professional pursuits, I play a significant role in my church community and actively contribute to the KIAROS Centre of Hope, a rehabilitation center in Pietermaritzburg.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
CLOSE PROTECTION OFFICER
Commodore Defensive Strategies
Randburg
02.2024 - Current
- Ensured 100% client safety with advanced tactical strategies
- Delivered impeccable protection for high-profile clients
- Maintained flawless, incident-free safety record
AREA MANAGER PIETERMARITZBURG
Magma Security
PIETERMARITZBURG
04.2014 - 10.2023
- Responsible for 4 sectors: Mkondeni - 18 guarding sites, Pietermaritzburg - 76 guarding sites, Howick and Hilton - 8 guarding sites, Armed Response - 10 armed response dedicated suburbs in and around Pietermaritzburg with 80 armed response officers
- Management and compliance of sites
- Budgeting and costing of area in terms of logistics
- Manage and control strike and riot events
- Ensure company protocols are followed at all times and all safety measures were adhered to
- Liaising with clients to ensure that a superior quality of service was delivered
- Risk Management Compliance, Occupational Health and Safety Compliances
- Ensure sufficient staff coverage and training of staff as to each client's specific site requirements
- Management of One Guarding Manager, Armed Response Manager, 15 Area Supervisors, Site Managers and Armed Response Officers
- Fleet Management
- Firearm Control
- Partnering with all seven SAPS CPF Forums within my area of responsibility
BRANCH MANAGER DURBAN
MI7
DURBAN
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Management and compliance of sites
- Budgeting and Costing of area
- Ensuring investigations and queries are promptly attended to and finalized
- Manage and control strike and riot events
- Ensure company protocols are followed at all times and all safety and security measures were adhered to
- Liaising with clients to ensure that a superior quality of service was delivered
- Risk Management Compliance
SECURITY MANAGER
Ephraim Protection Services
PIETERMARITZBURG
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Ensure that all tasks are resolved within the prescribed time frames
- Ensure company protocols are followed at all times and all safety and security measures were adhered to
- Liaising with clients to ensure that a superior quality of service was delivered
SUMMONS SERVER
Msunduzi Municipality
PIETERMARITZBURG
01.2008 - 01.2009
DETECTIVE SERGEANT
SAPS
PIETERMARITZBURG
01.1990 - 06.2002
- Led crime investigations in the Detective Unit, demonstrating expert investigative skills and resolution from 1992 to 2002
COSTING CLERK
City Engineering Department (PMB)
PIETERMARITZBURG
01.1989 - 01.1990
- Precisely input project costs to maintain accurate financial tracking
Education
MATRIC/GRADE 12 -
Northbury Park Secondary School
Pietermaritzburg01.1988
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Staff Development
- Analytical thinker
- Report building
- Client relations
- Client Liaison
- Leadership
- Firearms proficiency
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Threat Assessment
- Crowd Control
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Security Planning
- Situational Awareness
- Close protection
- Intelligence Gathering
- Personal security
- Event security
- Protective Equipment
- Cultural Awareness
- Self-defense techniques
- Incident Reporting
- Client Confidentiality
- Crisis Management
- Investigative skills
- Security Protocols
- Access Control
- Asset Protection
- Evacuation Procedures
- Social Media Monitoring
References
References available upon request
Hobbies and Interests
- Sourcing information
- Using all avenues of the media to increase knowledge on current affairs
- Spending quality time in prayer at church
- Playing a key role at church
- Actively involved with the Community and KIAROS CENTRE OF HOPE
Languages
English
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 07/06/70
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Yes
- Marital Status: Married
- Visa Status: Valid Until: 07/24/26
Timeline
CLOSE PROTECTION OFFICER
Commodore Defensive Strategies
02.2024 - Current
AREA MANAGER PIETERMARITZBURG
Magma Security
04.2014 - 10.2023
BRANCH MANAGER DURBAN
MI7
01.2012 - 01.2014
SECURITY MANAGER
Ephraim Protection Services
01.2009 - 01.2012
SUMMONS SERVER
Msunduzi Municipality
01.2008 - 01.2009
DETECTIVE SERGEANT
SAPS
01.1990 - 06.2002
COSTING CLERK
City Engineering Department (PMB)
01.1989 - 01.1990
MATRIC/GRADE 12 -
Northbury Park Secondary School
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