Egon McDermott
London
Summary
Security-focused and diligent Guard skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments, including criminal acts and fire and medical emergencies remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Churchill's War Rooms
London
06.2024 - I currently work here
- Patrolled various premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion, ensuring the safety of personnel and property.
- Monitored and authorised entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security.
- Checked doors, windows and gates for signs of unauthorised entry.
- Conducted security checks at building entrances, screening visitors for prohibited items and granting authorised access.
- Issued visitor passes and temporary badges, keeping records of entry and exit to maintain security clearance levels.
- Maintained secure access control, monitoring visitors and completing scans to locate contraband items.
- Verified identification for authorised personnel and visitors to property.
- Responded to alarms and investigated disturbances to assess and neutralise potential threats swiftly.
- Handled lost and found property, ensuring items were securely stored and returned to their rightful owners.
- Managed crowd control at events, maintaining order and preventing disturbances or unsafe conditions.
- Oversaw the secure opening and closing of facilities, ensuring that all access points were properly secured.
- Walked property during busy periods to observe activities and protect assets.
- Deterred anti-social behaviour and criminal activities impacting occupant or visitor safety.
- Provided first aid and emergency support to individuals in distress until the arrival of medical professionals.
- Inspected firefighting equipment and safety devices regularly, reporting malfunctions and facilitating necessary repairs.
- Assisted in the evacuation of buildings during drills and actual emergencies, guiding individuals to safety efficiently.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies, incoming calls and code red situations prior to arrival of paramedics and law enforcement.
- Offered visible security for [Type] premises, deterring criminal and behavioural incidents.
- Stayed current on applicable policies and legal standards applicable to [Type] security.
Security Operative
Accolade
London
05.2021 - 05.2024
- Remained focused and vigilant during long periods of sitting, walking and standing for Retail Corporate and Comerical events.
- Updated reports and logbooks on security actions performed, supporting smooth and safe facility operations.
- Responded immediately to emergency situations, remaining professional, calm and effective under pressure.
- Triaged problems quickly, providing precise and clear information to enable prompt security support.
- Handled day-to-day and emergency incidents with a calm, professional demeanour, enabling positive outcomes.
Full Time Career
DWP/Universal Credit
London
04.2020 - 05.2021
- Full time carers for father supporting him during pandemic.
Security Operative
Mango Solutions
London
10.2019 - 04.2020
- Established effective access control systems, logging staff and visitor movement for accurate site records.
- Vigilant during long periods of sitting, walking and standing for dependable security and customer service.
- Maintained composure and professionalism while screening visitors during high-volume periods.
Security Door Supervisor
TGS Events
London
04.2016 - 10.2018
- Eliminated unauthorised access, performing thorough identification checks to grant entrance.
- Carried out visitor screening and searches to enforce compliance with established policies.
- Dealt appropriately and safely with security issues and risks, adhering to established codes of practice.
- Monitored venue grounds and adjacent areas to proactively detect risks.
- Minimised threat of violence, conducting body searches and screening processes through X-rays and metal detectors.
CCTV/Security Officer
Dorsett Hotel Shepards Bush
London
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Patrolled facilities to prevent crime and unruly behaviour.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorised persons and unusual incidences.
- Authorised entrance papers, granting building access and recording arrival times to maintain security.
- Updated team and coordinated responsibilities using two-way radio system.
- Secured doors and gates across office buildings and grounds, maintaining optimal security standards.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Provided detailed reports of infractions and criminal acts to law enforcement for trial or hearing procedures.
- Checked bags and identification with keen eye for detail.
- Signed in and issued passes to visitors and contractors.
- Inspected fire escapes, extinguishers and emergency lighting systems.
- Monitored, authorised and recorded entrance and departure of vehicles and visitors.
- De-escalated threatening behaviour with firm and commanding presence.
Education
GCSEs - Geography,Science,Maths,Drama
Lillian Baylis School
09.1988
Skills
- Security camera monitoring
- SIA licence holder
- Radio communications
- Reporting skills
- Site patrolling
- Customer service
Languages
6
Languages
English
Timeline
Security Officer
Churchill's War Rooms
06.2024 - I currently work here
Security Operative
Accolade
05.2021 - 05.2024
Full Time Career
DWP/Universal Credit
04.2020 - 05.2021
Security Operative
Mango Solutions
10.2019 - 04.2020
CCTV/Security Officer
Dorsett Hotel Shepards Bush
01.2018 - 01.2019
Security Door Supervisor
TGS Events
04.2016 - 10.2018
GCSEs - Geography,Science,Maths,Drama
Lillian Baylis School