Eric Atkinson
Billingham,Stockton-On-Tees
Summary
Possessing significant experience in security management. I am dependable and capable of enhancing security procedures and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. Specialised in implementing, creating safe environments, and minimising potential threats.
I am reliable and proactive, have strong observational skills, highly experienced in patrols, CCTV monitoring, maintaining secure work place and environments.
I demonstrate strong communication and problem-solving skills, paired with calm demeanour in high-pressure situations. Possess knowledge about maintaining safety and security in various environments. Strong communication and observational skills. Ready to use and develop attention to detail, problem-solving, dedicated team player, proactive and hard working with strong organisational skills. Successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willing to take on greater responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work history
Safety security officer
University of Teesside
Middlesbrough
1998.06 - Current
- Access control.
- Supporting events and large gatherings.
- Emergency preparedness and crisis response.
- Protection of property and assets.
- Foot patrol routine and non routine (internal and external across all University buildings on campus.
- CCTV operation including monitoring, reviewing and retrieving footage as required.
- Upheld strict access controls for ensuring building security.
- Carried out health and safety risk assessments accurately for reducing potential hazards.
- To monitor and operate security and fire alarm warning systems within the central control room.
- To respond to all incidents promptly and sympathetically by following relevant university emergency procedures.
- To act as first aider when required
- In the event of an intruder alarm, to respond by checking and entering if safe to do so.
- Ensuring affective communications team and with line manager.
- To maintain data, information and records securely
- To effectively response to queries from university staff, students, contractors or visitors.
- Assist with key holding
- Facilitating students and staff locked out of accommodation or buildings and assisting with broken or lost key fobs.
- Car parking duties, checking permits, reporting of infringements, dealing with customers and parking issues.
- Receive found property and ensuring it is stored correctly.
- Open buildings on a morning and lock on a night
- Engage in relevant and required training to support continuous personal development.
- Adhere to policies and guidelines set out by the University.
- Adhere to the General Data Protection Regulation and Data protection Act 2018.
Care Taker
Stockton and Billingham College
Billingham
1991.05 - 1998.06
- Facilitated arrangements for events, creating a welcoming atmosphere.
- Supervised contractors during maintenance work to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Assisted in setting up furniture for meetings to provide a comfortable environment.
- Kept outdoor areas clean and tidy; enhanced curb appeal.
- Managed inventory of supplies, to avoid any shortages or excesses.
- Managed waste disposal, ensuring a clean and healthy environment.
- Ensured safety of the building by conducting regular security checks.
- Coordinated access control measures, ensuring unauthorised personnel did not enter restricted areas.
- Carried out routine inspections, addressing potential issues early on.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, safeguarding residents and property.
- Implemented fire safety measures, reducing risk of incidents.
- Accepted deliveries of goods and conveyed to appropriate storage areas.
- Performed daily opening and closing duties, paying close attention to site security at all times.
- Maintained safe environment for everyone by adhering to company safety policies.
Security officer
Conoco Phillips
Hartlepool
1989.02 - 1991.05
- Coordinated with other officers on shift changes smoothly and effectively.
- Foot and mobile patrols of a tank farm and jetty’s.
- Assisted in emergency evacuation drills, ensuring all staff understood procedures.
- Control room camera monitoring.
- Fire alarm monitoring.
- Issuing contractor and visitor passes.
- Ambulance driving.
Education
First Aid
MiddlesbroughSIA door supervisor
StocktonCCTV operative
NewcastleGCSEs - Maths, English, Science, Geography
Brunner and Furness
Billingham 05.1981
Skills
- Adhere and apply Ethical conduct
- Security procedures adherence
- Responsive and effective communication
- Decision-Making
- Alertness and awareness
- Public area safety checks
- Risk assessment capability and evaluation
- Alarm systems operation
- Security equipment handling
- Company policy enforcement
- Anti-Terrorism tactics
- Patrolling expertise by foot
- CCTV operation knowledge
- Up to date Fire safety training
- Compliant and up to date with mandatory training
- Emergency response
- Safety inspections
- Report writing as required
- Driving licence (full UK clean)
- Professional demeanour
- Punctual, reliable and trustworthy
- Time efficiency and good time management
- CCTV monitoring
- Sensitive information handling and accurate record keeping
- Radio communications experience
- Incident investigation methods including assist police
- Communication proficiency
- Security protocols familiarity and adherence
- Emergency response readiness
- Incident reporting accuracy
- Digital surveillance systems
- Keyholding services
- Resilience under pressure
- Patrol adeptness (internal and external)
- First aid proficiency
- Patrol techniques
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Communication skill and Interpersonal communication skills
- Resourcefulness
- Adaptable
- Dependable
Timeline
Safety security officer
University of Teesside
1998.06 - Current
Care Taker
Stockton and Billingham College
1991.05 - 1998.06
Security officer
Conoco Phillips
1989.02 - 1991.05
First Aid
SIA door supervisor
CCTV operative
GCSEs - Maths, English, Science, Geography
Brunner and Furness