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Lloyd Baxter

Lloyd Baxter

Corby,Northamptonshire

Summary

Results-driven Close Protection Specialist with expertise in physical intervention and high-pressure environments. Delivers effective team supervision and management while ensuring safety through strategic route planning and safe driving practices. Builds strong relationships and maintains professionalism under challenging circumstances, utilising advanced communication skills and a disciplined approach to every situation.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Diplomatic CPO

Garda World
Somalia, Mogadishu
2026.03 - Current
  • Handled day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently within daily workflow.
  • Learned new skills quickly and applied them to daily tasks.
  • Maintained respect, friendliness, and help whenever support was needed.

Diplomatic Close Protection Operative

Garda World
Baghdad
2023.12 - 2026.03
  • Managed diplomatic close protection coverage for overseas diplomats on a regular basis.
  • Directed armed security planning to protect British and other national diplomats abroad.
  • Established controlled environments that support safe client business dealings.
  • Owned efficient route selection through city streets to uphold safety standards.
  • Oversaw situational updates across city and country to inform protection decisions.

Site Security

Lead Element Security
Whitney, oxfordshire
2023.03 - 2026.06
  • Ensured maximum security by staying alert throughout patrols and immediately removing potential threats.
  • Reported suspicious and criminal activity to local authorities, using CCTV footage to back up evidence.
  • Quickly attended emergency calls regarding security breaches, dealing with situations efficiently and timely.
  • Logged daily security activity reports, highlighting disturbances for maximum safety.
  • Ensured employees and customers felt safe and secure by staying visible at all times.
  • Verified identification for authorised personnel and visitors to property.
  • Diffused challenging situations using conflict management techniques.
  • Resolved customer queries and problems using effective communication and providing step-by-step solutions.
  • Engaged with customers to better understand needs and deliver excellent service.
  • Exceeded goals through effective prioritisation and consistent work ethic.
  • Maintained clean, safe working environments to eliminate accident risks.
  • Thrived in fast-paced environment with energy and enthusiasm.
  • Demonstrated consistent hard work and dedication to achieve results and improve operations.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
  • Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.

Mobile Patrol Officer

Black diamond security
Corby, Northamptonshire
2023.10 - 2023.12
  • Responded to and investigated activated security system alarms.
  • Mitigated risk and accurately analysed and evaluated criminal prosecution information while processing crime scenes.
  • Patrolled grounds after hours on foot to maintain visible presence and detect violations.

RLC Driver

British Army
2020.03 - 2023.09
  • Driving the Army's HGVs
  • Conducted regular safety inspections, ensuring vehicle compliance and operational readiness.
  • Carrying out vehicle maintenance, fleet management and operational planning
  • Loaded vehicle, properly securing items to prevent load shifting and damage during transportation.
  • Collected and delivered goods and materials.
  • Supported logistics operations through effective teamwork and collaboration.
  • Transport Team within an RLC Regiment
  • Working alongside a multitude of nations acting with complete professionalism holdingthe standards of the British army as second to none.

RST/Mobile Patrol Security Officer

CPSS
Great tew, Oxfordshire
2023.07 - 2023.07
  • Maintained stamina during long periods of sitting, walking, standing or driving while remaining focused and vigilant.
  • Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings, patrolling property and monitoring surveillance cameras.
  • Detected emergencies using electronic access control systems, video surveillance and security lighting.
  • Liaised with existing and outsourced security personnel to provide adequate security coverage at all times.
  • Checked doors, windows and gates for signs of unauthorised entry.
  • Deterred anti-social behaviour and criminal activities impacting occupant or visitor safety.
  • Patrolled grounds after hours on foot to maintain visible presence and detect violations.

CPO

self employed
London
2023.03 - 2023.03

Acting as a CPO for UHNW/ Royal family .

  • Ensuring principal safety at all times and catering to their needs in a secure and professional manner.
  • Liaising with Drivers to be at the right location on time.
  • Discussing security contingency plans with the team.
  • Planning routes main routes, secondary and tertiary
  • Embus and debus at locations, standard and unorthodox
  • Vehicle searches.
  • Diffused challenging situations using conflict management techniques.
  • Met schedule using excellent planning and coordination skills.
  • Engaged with customers to better understand needs and deliver excellent service.
  • Built and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

RST for High profile Sports Person

self employed
uk, uk
2023.03 - 2023.03
  • Delivered RST support for high profile sports personality, ensuring safety and security during events.
  • Coordinated with local constabulary to ensure swift response to security incidents and maintain public safety.
  • Implemented security measures to protect the premises from unauthorised entry.
  • Patrolled the premises to prevent unwanted activity and maintain safety.
  • Maintained accurate entry and exit ledger, enhancing security and accountability for premises access.
  • Utilised effective communication skills to enable successful resolution of issues and conflicts.

RST for UHNW

RST-Ultra
2022.12 - 2023.01
  • As part of an RST team, my duties include, security patrols of thegrounds
  • Manning the OPS room and monitoring the CCTV that covers theground
  • Controlling the access and exit points onto the estate
  • Communicating with the team about the on goings of what ishappening on site
  • Being aware how to act around royalty and whatprotocols and procedures to follow.

Armed guard

Constellis
, Iraq
2019.01 - 2019.06
  • Provided armed security at designated site, ensuring safety of personnel and assets.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in operating various AK variant firearms and side arms in security operations.
  • Collaborated daily with senior military ranks to assess and address security needs.
  • Helped establish clear, relevant and successful security policies protecting assets and individuals.
  • Verified identification for authorised personnel and visitors to property.
  • Engaged local nationals in security operations, enhancing community relations and overall security measures.
  • Stayed current on applicable policies and legal standards applicable to security.

C/T Team leader, team leader

Pathway risk management.
2018.01 - 2019.01
  • Pathway risk management, uk
  • Being in the position of Team leader , it was my job to direct my team respond to incidents on the ground quickly and efficiently.
  • Working along side many different security companies it was imperative to have highly effective communication skills, as well as constantly keeping coms with the Ops room and the local constabulary.
  • Our primary function was to conduct CT, working in uniform and plane clothed in a covert role through out the year at all the major festivals and events all over the UK.

infantry soldier

British Army
2011.09 - 2016.10
  • Served in Afghanistan during Operation Herrick to support military objectives
  • Keeping weapons clean and functional
  • Patrols around areas if on deployment, including reconnaissance work such as taking in information on the area of patrol and reporting back
  • Maintained extensive knowledge of first aid, CPR and emergency procedures through regular training.
  • Provided fast and accurate emergency response to injured teammates, providing first aid and Buddy Care.
  • Enhanced squad morale during difficult missions through exceptional teamwork and communication.
  • Remained focused and proactive during combat, quickly identifying risks and dangers to avoid injury and harm.
  • Partook in regular military exercises, both in UK bases and overseas, to practise for battle.
  • Used firearms and other types of weapons with matching ammunition while complying with legal requirements.
  • Keeping weapons clean and functional
  • Attended briefings and lectures to improve operational readiness and knowledge.

Education

kingswood school
Corby

Skills

  • Close protection training
  • Crisis management
  • Route and journey planning
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Integrity
  • FREC4

Certification

  • Close Protection certified and SIA license.
  • FREC 4 certified

Affiliations

  • kickboxing

Timeline

Diplomatic CPO

Garda World
2026.03 - Current

Diplomatic Close Protection Operative

Garda World
2023.12 - 2026.03

Mobile Patrol Officer

Black diamond security
2023.10 - 2023.12

RST/Mobile Patrol Security Officer

CPSS
2023.07 - 2023.07

Site Security

Lead Element Security
2023.03 - 2026.06

CPO

self employed
2023.03 - 2023.03

RST for High profile Sports Person

self employed
2023.03 - 2023.03

RST for UHNW

RST-Ultra
2022.12 - 2023.01

RLC Driver

British Army
2020.03 - 2023.09

Armed guard

Constellis
2019.01 - 2019.06

C/T Team leader, team leader

Pathway risk management.
2018.01 - 2019.01

infantry soldier

British Army
2011.09 - 2016.10

kingswood school
Lloyd Baxter