The functions that I have performed to date has allowed me to develop a host of transferable skills. My organizing skills have also been honed to an exceptional level as I have often performed functions over and above what is recorded below as the day-to-day skeleton version of my current responsibilities. Among my skill set further to what you can establish from my CV is coordinating several tasks simultaneously, remaining calm under pressure and delivering fast turn around times.
Overview
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Work History
Security Operation Manager
Byers Private Security
08.2022 - Current
Key Responsibilities:
Security Strategy Development: Developing and implementing security strategies, policies, and procedures.
Team Management: Leading and managing a team of security personnel, including training, guidance, and performance evaluation.
Incident Response: Overseeing incident response and crisis management, including emergency planning and execution.
Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating security risks, vulnerabilities, and threats.
Security Operations Center (SOC) Management: Managing the day-to-day operations of the SOC, including monitoring, incident response, and threat detection.
Collaboration and Communication: Collaborating with other departments, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure security alignment and effective communication.
Compliance and Governance: Ensuring compliance with security regulations, standards, and policies.
Security Awareness and Training: Developing and implementing security awareness and training programs for employees.
Additional Responsibilities
Budgeting and Resource Allocation: Managing security budgets and resources.
Vendor Management: Overseeing security vendors, contracts, and services.
Security Technology: Evaluating, implementing, and maintaining security technologies.
Constable
South African Police Service (SAPS)
02.2005 - 08.2015
Key Responsibilities:
Patrolling: Regularly patrolling assigned areas to prevent and detect crime.
Responding to Calls: Responding to emergency and non-emergency calls, such as reports of crimes, accidents, or disturbances.
Investigating Crimes: Conducting investigations, gathering evidence, and interviewing witnesses and suspects.
Enforcing Laws: Enforcing laws, regulations, and ordinances, including issuing citations and making arrests.
Maintaining Order: Maintaining public order and safety, including crowd control and conflict resolution.
Additional Responsibilities
Traffic Enforcement: Enforcing traffic laws, including issuing citations and directing traffic.
Community Policing: Building relationships with the community, including engaging in outreach and education programs.
Emergency Response: Responding to emergency situations, such as natural disasters or hostage situations.
Report Writing: Writing detailed reports of incidents, investigations, and arrests.
Testifying in Court: Testifying in court as a witness or expert in cases related to their duties.
Specialized Roles
Crisis Negotiation: Teams trained to negotiate with individuals in crisis, such as hostage situations.
Qualifications and Further Training:
National Certificate in Policing (NQF Level 5) (2007)
Crowd Management Course (2008)
Close Quarter Combat Course (2008)
Advanced Tactical Techniques (2010)
Advanced Weapons Training (in Handguns, Shotguns, and Rifles) (2010)
Task Force Training (Incomplete) (Survival Techniques; Urban and Rural Combat; Specialized Weapons Training) (2011 - 2012)
Manager
The Golf Shop River Club Cape Town
01.2004 - 12.2004
Key Responsibilities:
Sales
Management of Cash Flow
Overseeing and Shift Roster Planning of Staff
Daily opening & closing of the shop
Daily and weekly stock taking.
Store Inspections on daily basis.
Customer service relations
Cash up and daily banking
Auditing cash flow & Stock Levels.
Capturing all stocks, stock loss & petty cash on the computer
Ensure Staff productivity
Maintain high quality standards
Guest Relations Officer
Arabella Sheraton Cape Town
01.2002 - 12.2003
Key Responsibilities:
Reservations
Transport to and from Airport
Itinerary planning (including Tour bookings and dinner arrangements)
Handling Customer Complaints and
Enquiries
Concierge
Table Bay Hotel V&A Waterfront
01.1998 - 01.2002
Key Responsibilities:
Reservations
Transport to and from Airport
Itinerary planning (including tour bookings and dinner arrangements)
Handling customer complaints and enquiries
Overseeing and Shift Roster Planning of bell captains and porters