Martin Palmer
Colchester,Essex
Summary
Over 29 years of experience as an SIA Door Supervisor, recently completed a Close Protection course. Proficient in horticulture and field service, with strong problem-solving and communication skills. Experienced in team building, public relations, and driving, with a decade of experience. Committed to training and mentoring employees, demonstrating a proactive approach to task completion.
Organised and dependable Door Supervisor with 29 Years years of experience. Successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willing to take on greater responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Educational security
Gss solutions
Colchester, Essex
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked closely with management to implement new security measures, improving overall site security levels.
- Implemented safety protocols, enhanced workplace security.
- Conducted patrols regularly, maintained area security.
Mobile Response Officer
Oakpark Security
Colchester, Essex
03.2024 - 06.2025
- To attend customer service on alarm calls a kpi to. Vacant properties
- Worked diligently under pressure whilst preserving high-quality output.
- Maintained high standards of personal conduct, contributing to a positive work environment.
- Responded promptly and effectively to emergencies using established protocols.
Service/Breakdown Engineer
Handicare
South East ,East london
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Implemented new software tools to enhance design capabilities.
- Led team meetings, fostering effective communication amongst the team.
- Minimised safety risks with thorough inspections and maintenance schedules.
- Designed innovative engineering strategies for improved productivity.
Landscape Operative
Mitie Landscapes
Colchester
10.2018 - 06.2021
- Grass cutting , spraying,hedge cutting, strumming, use of right stander, scag,zero turn mower, garden maintenance throughout the year pa1 and pa6
Mobility service engineer
Romford mobility
Romford
06.1998 - 10.2018
- Service and delivery of mobility scooters, power chairs ,wheel chairs ,and delivery of mobility equipment to carehomes
Installation Engineer
Acorn Stairlifts
Croydon
05.1994 - 09.1998
- Servicing of stairlifts ,removal and assisted installation engineer on curved lifts
Education
Cse -
ST Nicolas comprehensive school
Laindon, Essex 09.1972 - 05.1977
Skills
- Landscape maintenance and lawn care
- Horticulture expertise
- Mowing techniques
- Driving proficiency (10 years)
- Calmness under pressure
- Problem-solving abilities
- Communication skills
- Team building strategies
- Public relations management
- Field service operations
- SIA Door Supervisor level 2 (29 years)
- Close protection training (awaiting results)
- Calm under pressure
Certification
- SIA door supervisor
- December 2019 to Present
- Door supervisor at football grounds crowd control and Door supervisor in clubs and events
- First Aid level 2
- First Aid level 3
Affiliations
- motorbike repair and riding
Accomplishments
Essex county football association refereee
References
References available upon request.
Military Service
- Branch: 2nd royal tank regiment
- Service Country: Ireland , Germany
- Rank: Trooper
- August 1980 to September 1989
- Full crew man on scimitar and scorpion
- 3 tours of northern Ireland and the rest in Germany
Timeline
Educational security
Gss solutions
09.2024 - 06.2025
Mobile Response Officer
Oakpark Security
03.2024 - 06.2025
Service/Breakdown Engineer
Handicare
08.2021 - 04.2023
Landscape Operative
Mitie Landscapes
10.2018 - 06.2021
Mobility service engineer
Romford mobility
06.1998 - 10.2018
Installation Engineer
Acorn Stairlifts
05.1994 - 09.1998
Cse -
ST Nicolas comprehensive school
09.1972 - 05.1977