Igho Akpoigbe
Gravesend,United Kingdom
Summary
A dedicated and results-driven professional with over 10 years of experience across various fields, specializing in security management, logistics operations, and IT systems management. As a Manager at Europa Worldwide Logistics, successfully led and managed a team of over 10 staff, overseeing the efficient operation of a gatehouse responsible for local and international deliveries and collections. Adept at handling complex logistics documentation processes for the UK and Europe, ensuring compliance with customs regulations and company protocols. Leveraged strong IT skills to maintain and troubleshoot 10 gatehouse computer systems. Recently completed a BSc in Computing and IT, with distinctions in key modules such as Introduction to Computing, Mathematics, Project Management, Data Analysis, Database Systems, and Operating Systems (including Apple macOS, Microsoft Windows, and Linux). Preparing to pursue a master’s degree in Cybersecurity, aligning with a career focus on securing digital infrastructures and combating cyber threats.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Manager
Europa Worldwide Logistics
Dartford, England
01.2022 - Current
- - Managed a team of over 10 staff in the gatehouse, ensuring smooth operations of local and international trailer-based deliveries and collections. - Registered and verified delivery and export documents, ensuring compliance with company policies and customs requirements. - Coordinated cross-functional communication with logistics, customs, and warehouse departments, improving operational efficiency by 15%. - Maintained and supported 10 gatehouse computer systems, resolving technical issues swiftly to prevent downtime. - Implemented enhanced security policies and procedures, reducing security breaches by 25% and improving employee compliance. - Provided detailed reports to senior management on security incidents and team performance, contributing to operational decision-making.
- Led and managed administrative staff to maintain smooth daily operations.
- Coordinated hiring, recruitment and training strategies to build successful administrative team.
- Investigated issues affecting group operations, prepared reports and helped correct problems.
- Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
- Analysed and resolved complex resource management issues for optimised scheduling.
- Maintained smooth-running business operations by delegating priorities to staff abilities.
- Designed and implemented training to further develop staff based on business goals.
- Streamlined processes to improve and optimise office operations.
- Oversaw facility maintenance and allocated needed resources to meet standards.
- Represented organisations at seminars, conferences and business events.
- Developed organisational policies for administrative oversight and internal controls.
Security Supervisor
Europa Worldwide Logistics
Dartford
01.2014 - 01.2022
- - Led security operations in the gatehouse, including access control, visitor management, and surveillance. - Assisted logistics teams in verifying documentation for export and import processes. - Trained staff on system usage and troubleshooting for the 10 gatehouse computers. - Developed a staff training program that improved document handling accuracy by 20%.
Education
BSc (Hons) in Computing and IT - Technology
Open University
Milton Keynes 10/2019 - 09/2024
Skills
- IT & Technical Skills: Network setup, system troubleshooting, cybersecurity, Cisco Networking (CCNA), operating systems (Apple macOS, Microsoft Windows, Linux)
- Project Management: Project planning, execution, resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder communication
- Data Analysis: Proficient in analysing datasets to extract insights, using statistical tools and software (eg, Excel, Python)
- Database Management: Experience in designing, implementing, and managing database systems to support business operations
- Security & Risk Management: Access control, document verification, CCTV monitoring, policy development
- Logistics Management: Coordination of trailer-based deliveries, logistics documentation, cross-departmental communication
- Leadership & Communication: Team leadership, staff training, report generation, interdepartmental collaboration
- Software Proficiency: Microsoft Office Suite, logistics management software, database management, basic programming in Python
Certification
- Cisco Networking (CCNA) Part 1 & 2 – Open University.
- Project Management – Completed as part of BSc program.
- Data Analysis – Completed as part of BSc program.
- Database Systems – Completed as part of BSc program.
- Operating Systems – Completed as part of BSc program.
- Introduction to Cybersecurity – Completed as part of BSc program
- Health and Safety Training – Europa Worldwide Logistics.
- First Aid Certification – Europa Worldwide Logistics.
Custom
Home Security Camera, Developed a home security camera using Raspberry Pi and a Pi camera and created an intruder detector using sensors to enhance home safety.
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Upper intermediate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Security Manager
Europa Worldwide Logistics
01.2022 - Current
Security Supervisor
Europa Worldwide Logistics
01.2014 - 01.2022
BSc (Hons) in Computing and IT - Technology
Open University
10/2019 - 09/2024
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