David Wardlaw-Steele
Plkymou,Devon
Summary
Dedicated security professional with expertise in patrolling, ID verification, and adherence to security procedures. Skilled in enforcing company policies with a restrained use of force, ensuring a safe and secure environment. Proficient in report-writing, with a strong focus on alertness and awareness. Committed to maintaining high standards of security and seeking opportunities to enhance security measures within an organisation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Security officer
Crown Security Solutions Ltd
Plymouth, Devon
01.2021 - Current
- Upheld strict access controls for ensuring building security.
- Maintained order by monitoring CCTV screens and reporting suspicious activities.
- Coordinated with other officers on shift changes smoothly and effectively.
- Provided assistance during fire safety checks, improving overall workplace safety.
- Trained new members of the security team, raising overall team performance levels.
- Responded quickly to any disturbances or incidents on site whilst maintaining professional calmness.
- Supervised visitor sign-in process meticulously; ensured accurate record keeping.
- Checked identification of visitors thoroughly to prevent unauthorised entries onto the premises.
- Wrote detailed incident reports, facilitating ongoing improvements in security protocols.
- Assisted in emergency evacuation drills, ensuring all staff understood procedures.
- Ensured smooth traffic flow in the car park by directing vehicles efficiently.
- Patrolled premises regularly, contributing to a safe work environment.
- Responded to alarms with swiftness, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
- Managed lost property system effectively, returning items to rightful owners promptly.
- Patrolled property during open hours, observing activities and deterring vandalism or criminal activity.
- Checked ID cards and documented details in security log.
- Completed regular patrols after business hours, preventing intrusions and detecting problems.
- Kept entrances secure with consistent visitor, personnel and package screening.
- Created hazard-free environment by reporting on building damage and irregularities.
Security officer
Securitas UK
Plymouth, Devon
07.2008 - 01.2021
- Responded quickly to any disturbances or incidents on site whilst maintaining professional calmness.
- Ensured smooth traffic flow in the car park by directing vehicles efficiently.
- Patrolled premises regularly, contributing to a safe work environment.
- Assisted in emergency evacuation drills, ensuring all staff understood procedures.
- Trained new members of the security team, raising overall team performance levels.
- Wrote detailed incident reports, facilitating ongoing improvements in security protocols.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies for enhancing site security measures.
- Maintained order by monitoring CCTV screens and reporting suspicious activities.
- Checked identification of visitors thoroughly to prevent unauthorised entries onto the premises.
- Supervised visitor sign-in process meticulously; ensured accurate record keeping.
- Responded to alarms with swiftness, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
- Coordinated with other officers on shift changes smoothly and effectively.
- Checked ID cards and documented details in security log.
- Patrolled property during open hours, observing activities and deterring vandalism or criminal activity.
- Completed regular patrols after business hours, preventing intrusions and detecting problems.
Education
Foundation Degree in Science - Extended Science
University of Plymouth
Plymouth 09.1999 - 06.2000
Skills
- Alertness and awareness
- Patrolling expertise
- ID verification process
- Security procedures adherence
- Company policy enforcement
- Restrained use of force
- Report-writing
Affiliations
- Reading
- Photography
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Security officer
Crown Security Solutions Ltd
01.2021 - Current
Security officer
Securitas UK
07.2008 - 01.2021
Foundation Degree in Science - Extended Science
University of Plymouth
09.1999 - 06.2000
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