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Protection Officer - UNF
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Marcela Hawryluk

Marcela Hawryluk

Romford,Essex

Summary

Enthusiastic professional with extensive experience in operational and managerial roles within the security industry. Progressed from Security Supervisor at SPI Eurostar to Team Leader in the Close Protection Operative Team at the BBC, demonstrating strong leadership and problem-solving skills. Currently in a senior operational role at Network Rail, with in-depth knowledge of the Anglia route. Pursuing an IRO degree in Railway Operations Management to further enhance expertise and career advancement in the rail sector.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work history

Deputy SDS/Signaller Grade 9 - Liverpool Street

Network Rail
London Liverpool Street SDC
01.2021 - 09.2025
  • Monitored and supervised rail operations, ensuring timely and safe signalling of passenger and freight trains.
  • Managed disruption events by overseeing and implementing contingency plans for service recovery.
  • Liaised with multiple departments, including Pway, S&T, and engineering teams, to address lineside requests and line blockages.
  • Developed strong working relationships with train operators and maintenance teams to enhance reliability.
  • Collaborated closely with TDA, TRC, and ECO for efficient day-to-day operations.
  • Minimised delays and disruptions through effective communication and coordination across departments.
  • Demonstrated keen attention to detail whilst monitoring multiple screens simultaneously.

Protection officer

United Nations Foundation
01.2015 - 01.2021
  • Coordinated security management for various events and conferences in France and Brazil.
    Conducted dynamic risk assessments and surveillance of multiple venues, restaurants, and airports.
    Collaborated with police and protection teams to ensure safety during high-profile summits.
    Planned and executed reconnaissance missions to advance event logistics.
  • Maintained calm atmosphere with professional conflict resolution skills.

Team Leader – Close Protection Operative Team

British Broadcast Corporation
London
08.2012 - 01.2021
  • Managed VIP and VVIP visits to BBC HQ, ensuring safety for all guests and staff.
    Coordinated closely with MPS and RASP teams for secure estate operations.
    Executed dynamic risk assessments to proactively mitigate potential threats.
    Planned and communicated effectively with diverse external stakeholders.
    Oversaw rostering and scheduling for 25 employees across various shifts.
    Enforced adherence to safety policies and regulations in line with company standards.
    Resolved staff disputes and addressed personal concerns efficiently.

Incident Support Coordinator

KGL – Knightsbridge Guarding
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • Ensured operational integrity of KGL by managing site-based teams effectively.
    Oversaw contingency planning and operational strategies for all sites.
    Implemented health and safety measures to protect KGL working teams.
    Collaborated with Resource Management to achieve optimal staffing levels.
    Conducted mobile inspections to confirm adherence to current SOPs and AIs.
    Performed daily research on significant events in London affecting operations.
    Disseminated important travel updates to business partners and clients.

Security Supervisor

SPI Eurostar
London Kings Cross - St. Pancreas International
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Located at London Kings Cross - St. Pancreas International, coordinated with French Border Police and BTP (British Transport Police), ensuring all officers fulfilled operational requirements and training on Smith Heiman X-ray machines, body searches, bag searches, and train searches.

Education

IRO degree - Railway Operations Management

Glasgow Caledonian University
London
09.2025 -

SDS Training at Liverpool Street
London

IST Signalling Training,TC, SIM Training & 6 Workstations
London

IOSH Managing Safely
London
06.2020 -

Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Business & Administration
London
03.2013 -

NVQ Level 3 -

Business & Administration - CFA
London
09.2012 -

NVQ Level 2 -

Customer Service - EDI
London
05.2010 -

NVQ Level 2 -

Providing Security Services
London
10.2008 -

Close protection Training, Fire Arms & HET
Kazakhstan - Astana/Almaty

Close Protection Training with Ken Warf MVO
Londonderry, Northern Ireland

Close Protection Driver's Training with Andrew Kevin Walsh

Project Griffin & World Host Training
London

NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Equality & Diversity
London

Skills

  • Efficient co-ordination
  • Decision-Making aptitude
  • Rail infrastructure understanding
  • Communication management
  • Emergency response preparedness
  • Organisational competence
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Emergency procedures understanding

Affiliations

  • Skiing, Swimming, Skydiving, Travelling, Motorcycle Touring

References

References available upon request.

Protection Officer - UNF

United Nations Foundation,  01/01/15, 12/31/21, Security Protection coordination and management of events and conferences., Collaboration with undercover police and protection teams., Planning and conducting dynamic risk assessments.

Timeline

IRO degree - Railway Operations Management

Glasgow Caledonian University
09.2025 -

Deputy SDS/Signaller Grade 9 - Liverpool Street

Network Rail
01.2021 - 09.2025

IOSH Managing Safely
06.2020 -

Protection officer

United Nations Foundation
01.2015 - 01.2021

Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Business & Administration
03.2013 -

NVQ Level 3 -

Business & Administration - CFA
09.2012 -

Team Leader – Close Protection Operative Team

British Broadcast Corporation
08.2012 - 01.2021

NVQ Level 2 -

Customer Service - EDI
05.2010 -

Incident Support Coordinator

KGL – Knightsbridge Guarding
01.2009 - 01.2012

NVQ Level 2 -

Providing Security Services
10.2008 -

Security Supervisor

SPI Eurostar
01.2007 - 01.2009

SDS Training at Liverpool Street

IST Signalling Training,TC, SIM Training & 6 Workstations

Close protection Training, Fire Arms & HET

Close Protection Training with Ken Warf MVO

Close Protection Driver's Training with Andrew Kevin Walsh

Project Griffin & World Host Training

NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Equality & Diversity

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