Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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Liam Halpin

Sandy,Bedfordshire

Summary

Expert in real time operations coordination and incident management, demonstrating strong SLA performance monitoring and improvement. Proficient in data analysis, stakeholder management, and emergency response coordination, with a focus on risk assessment under pressure. Experienced in policing, control room operations, resource allocation, and compliance tracking, contributing to process improvement and first aid response. Dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency through strategic decision making and proactive problem solving.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Security Operations Controller

Arena Security
Hitchin, Central Bedfordshire
2025.10 - Current
  • Managed real time security operations across multiple sites, coordinating mobile units and alarm responses to meet SLA targets.
  • Monitored and triaged high volumes of alarms, ensuring timely dispatch, escalation, and accurate reporting.
  • Operated independently on night shifts as the sole control contact for incidents, clients, and field staff.
  • Improved SLA compliance by analysing response data, identifying delays, and implementing operational adjustments.
  • Liaised with clients and third party providers to resolve issues and maintain service standards.
  • Identified and tracked missed patrols, introducing processes to improve accountability and recovery rates.
  • Coordinated emergency responses (alarms, keyholding, welfare), ensuring effective prioritisation in high-pressure environments.
  • Produced operational reports and insights to support management decision making and performance monitoring.

Academy Coordinator

Police Now
City of Westminster, London
2025.04 - 2025.10
  • Organised large scale national training academies for new police officers, overseeing intricate logistics, schedules, travel arrangements, and participant distributions across various police forces.
  • Directed planning and execution of flagship events, managing venues, equipment, staff scheduling, and participant engagement.
  • Delivered comprehensive data analysis and reporting, including travel budget forecasting, to enhance senior decision making.
  • Developed professional resources and branded materials to optimise operational delivery and participant experience.
  • Served as primary contact for staff, stakeholders, and partner organisations, facilitating seamless communication, ensuring compliance, and resolving issues.
  • Utilised robust project management, stakeholder engagement, and problem solving skills in a dynamic environment.

Bar Staff / First Aider

Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks
Woolacombe, Devon
2024.05 - 2025.01
  • Delivered excellent customer service in a fast paced holiday park environment, ensuring guests had a positive and memorable experience.
  • Handled front of house duties with professionalism and efficiency.
  • Supported the smooth running of park operations by assisting with events, facilities, and day to day guest needs.
  • Worked collaboratively with a large seasonal team, demonstrating flexibility and strong communication skills.
  • Maintained high standards of health, safety, and cleanliness across guest areas.

Dispatch Officer

Humberside Police
Hull, Humberside
2024.03 - 2024.05
  • Managed emergency and non-emergency calls, applying THRIVE+ risk assessments to prioritise incidents and deploy appropriate resources.
  • Coordinated real time dispatch of police units to critical incidents, ensuring officer safety and effective response.
  • Communicated clearly and calmly with the public, gathering accurate information under pressure to support fast decision making.
  • Monitored ongoing incidents and maintained situational awareness in the control room, escalating risks where necessary.
  • Collaborated closely with frontline officers, supervisors, and partner agencies to deliver effective incident resolution.
  • Demonstrated resilience, multitasking, and problem solving skills in a high pressure environment.

Acting Police Sergeant

Metropolitan Police Service
Westminster, London
2019.10 - 2024.03
  • Led and supervised a team of police constables, providing guidance, motivation, and performance management to maintain high professional standards.
  • Took command of critical incidents, applying dynamic risk assessments and ensuring public safety, officer welfare, and effective resource deployment.
  • Oversaw complex investigations including missing persons, high risk offenders, and community safeguarding cases, ensuring compliance with policy and legislation.
  • Managed complaint handling, case reviews, and projects, improving systems for accountability and efficiency.
  • Delivered training, mentoring, and development support to junior officers, enhancing team capability and confidence.
  • Collaborated with senior officers, partner agencies, and community stakeholders to resolve issues and build trust.

Administrative Officer

HMRC
Croydon, London
2019.04 - 2019.10
  • Supported the delivery of time critical operations by providing administrative and casework support in a high pressure, fast moving environment.
  • Processed sensitive information with accuracy and confidentiality, ensuring compliance with HMRC policy and data protection legislation.
  • Handled enquiries, correspondence, and documentation, maintaining clear audit trails and accurate records for operational teams.
  • Assisted in the coordination of surge deployments, adapting quickly to shifting priorities and urgent demands.
  • Collaborated across departments and with external stakeholders to ensure effective information flow and issue resolution.
  • Demonstrated flexibility, attention to detail, and problem solving skills while balancing competing deadlines.

Administrative Officer

Oxted Health Centre
Oxted, Surrey
2019.01 - 2019.04
  • Delivered front-line administrative support in a busy GP surgery, ensuring smooth day to day operations and patient care.
  • Managed patient records, appointments, and correspondence with accuracy and confidentiality in line with NHS standards and GDPR.
  • Handled enquiries in person and by phone, providing clear information and signposting patients to appropriate services.
  • Supported clinicians by preparing documentation, processing referrals, and coordinating with external healthcare providers.
  • Maintained high standards of organisation, attention to detail, and professionalism in a fast paced environment.

Guest Experience Host / Ride Operations

Merlin Entertainments
London, Surrey
2017.07 - 2018.12

Delivered customer service in high volume environments, ensured safety compliance, managed queues and assisted guests while working as part of fast paced operational teams.

Education

GCSEs - GCSEs

Oxted County Secondary School
Oxted, Surrey
2012.09 - 2017.07

Skills

  • Real time operations coordination
  • Incident management & escalation
  • SLA performance monitoring & improvement
  • Data analysis & reporting (Excel, performance tracking)
  • Stakeholder & client management
  • Emergency response coordination
  • Risk assessment & decision making under pressure
  • Control room operations
  • Patrol & resource allocation
  • Process improvement & compliance tracking
  • First Aid & welfare response

Certification

  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • First Aid at Work
  • Level 2 Mental Health & Suicide Awareness (if genuine cert)

Accomplishments

Key Achievements
  • Long-term Acting Police Sergeant
  • Led frontline teams in high-pressure environments
  • Coordinated multi-site night security operations
  • Delivered national academy programmes

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Security Operations Controller

Arena Security
2025.10 - Current

Academy Coordinator

Police Now
2025.04 - 2025.10

Bar Staff / First Aider

Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks
2024.05 - 2025.01

Dispatch Officer

Humberside Police
2024.03 - 2024.05

Acting Police Sergeant

Metropolitan Police Service
2019.10 - 2024.03

Administrative Officer

HMRC
2019.04 - 2019.10

Administrative Officer

Oxted Health Centre
2019.01 - 2019.04

Guest Experience Host / Ride Operations

Merlin Entertainments
2017.07 - 2018.12

GCSEs - GCSEs

Oxted County Secondary School
2012.09 - 2017.07
Liam Halpin