Kennedy Orji
Erith,Kent
Summary
Dedicated security management professional familiar with property management standard practices and operational requirements. Able to step into a new role and make immediate positive contributions to building and personnel security. Skilled Security professional with experience in banking and credit administration. Demonstrated familiarity with MS Office and Excel. Good attention to detail with report writing and analytical skills
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Security Controller/Administrator
Wilson James Ltd
London, ENG
2019.04 - Current
- Directed efforts to mitigate threats to personnel and infrastructure, reduce risks and optimize access to critical information.
- Monitored property and investigated any areas of suspicion.
- Managed/administered Building work Permit Authorization system
- Implemented a rigorous Contractor Monitoring system to ensure all works complied with Health & Safety Guidelines and Covid Compliance
- Conducted drills to keep security staff on alert and proficient with established plans & new Covid Building guidelines.
- Oversaw a team of up to ten security officers and managed administrative duties, including scheduling and performance evaluation
- Co-ordinated with Building Maintenance & Engineering Teams to monitor Fire alarm systems , Leak Detection and Building repairs.
- Performed Monthly site security audits to verify compliance with all identified legislation, including Health and Safety, SIA Licensing, risk assessments, and building maintenance.
- Administered CCTV systems to maintain high-security levels.
- Recommended improvements in security infrastructure after careful assessment.
Security Controller
Ultimate Security Service Ltd
London, ENG
2017.06 - 2019.03
- Prevented and deterred unauthorized site access by reviewing access control, enforcing video surveillance, installing motion detectors, implementing ID verification, and a rigorous building patrol system.
- Investigated incidents and wrote reports.
- Utilized Time Gate to develop and maintain effective staffing rosters, consistently achieving optimal shift coverage.
- Reviewed evacuation plans monthly to ensure safe evacuation practices in cases of emergency. These meetings examined building vulnerabilities to improve building resilience.
- Supervised grounds, employee entrances and exits and security officers on duty.
- Assessed ongoing risk factors and suggested improvements to senior management.
- Managed fire alarm system and performed weekly extinguisher inspections, reducing fire incidents and evacuations to the barest minimum
- Managed access control for secure facility.
- Coordinated response teams to minimise risk during emergencies.
Security Supervisor
Croma Vigilant Security Service Ltd
London, ENG
2011.10 - 2017.06
- Organised staff rotas for day and night shift security levels and smooth-running shift management.
- Carried out regular patrols, CCTV monitoring and building supervision for continued security best practice.
- Successfully investigated numerous cases of reported security incidents, accurately recorded findings and proactively suggested action to prevent recurrences to building management
- Improved efficacy of site entry control measures by integrating new security procedures such as photo driven Access Control systems and 24-hour CCTV surveillance.
- Provided outstanding customer service to contractors, visitors and occupants of site through Meet & Greet events and application of a courteous & polite mien to all.
- Improved staff morale by constant on the job training, and rigorous emphasis on staff health and safety in the work place to motivate the Security team.
- Maintained detailed understanding of specified operating procedures, health and safety rules and risk management to ensure continued company compliance.
- Implemented security protocols which enhanced overall property protection levels.
- Monitored alarm systems effectively preventing unauthorised breaches.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Finance
Lagos Business School
Lagos06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University Of Nigeria
Nsukka06.1983
Certificate in Mortgage Advice & Practice-CeMAP
IFS
London2006
Skills
- Risk management processes and analysis
- Business Continuity Planning
- Organisational resilience analysis/vulnerability testing
- SIA certified and CCTV qualified and proficient
- Extremely organised
- Detailed Incident reporting
- MS Office & IT proficient
- Loan processing
Timeline
Security Controller/Administrator
Wilson James Ltd
2019.04 - Current
Security Controller
Ultimate Security Service Ltd
2017.06 - 2019.03
Security Supervisor
Croma Vigilant Security Service Ltd
2011.10 - 2017.06
Master of Business Administration - Finance
Lagos Business School
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University Of Nigeria
Certificate in Mortgage Advice & Practice-CeMAP
IFS