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Work history
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Training
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Michael Ankomah Appiah

Fishermead,UK

Summary

An experienced Security Guard with good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate at all levels with people from diverse backgrounds. Proactive and self-motivated, well-organized with the ability to prioritize and manage workload effectively. Observant, with an eye for detail and skilled at defusing confrontational situations, I am an effective team player with experience in leading others.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Reception duties

Churchill Contract Security (TPSL International Processing Solution Limited)
03.2013 - 01.2024
  • Managed reception duties, including receiving international and domestic calls, and logging visitors in and out of the site.
  • Issued visitor badges, ensuring all entries were properly documented with photos for identification.
  • Monitored and controlled the fire alarm systems, responding promptly to any activations.
  • Conducted regular external and internal patrols, utilizing CCTV cameras to oversee site security.
  • Performed gatehouse duties, including receiving deliveries from the loading bay and conducting bank checks.
  • Prepared and submitted detailed daily reports, including incident reports, to ensure seamless communication and security compliance.

Security Guard

OM Security
Bicester
02.2011 - 11.2013
  • Providing security services at Bicester's Fashion Stores, handling incidents professionally and adhering to policies and regulations.

Security Officer

Total Security/VSG/RollRight Facilities/Apple Security
01.2006 - 01.2011
  • Delivered high-standard security services, logging staff and visitors in/out of buildings, patrolling sites, and monitoring CCTV
  • Reported incidents promptly, worked closely with police, and supported colleagues in problem-solving to prevent confrontation.

Cleaner

Integrated Cleaning Management
01.2005 - 01.2010
  • Provided high-standard cleaning services, dusting fixtures, vacuuming, and mopping floors using buffing machines at John Lewis.

Warehouse Operator

Quay Contract Staff
01.2005 - 01.2006
  • Worked as part of a team, picking and packing goods for dispatch.

Warehouse Operative/Driver

GSMB, Austria
01.2003 - 01.2005
  • Loaded/unloaded vehicles, operated a forklift truck, and delivered goods to houses/premises
  • Picked and packed goods for dispatch, completed multi-drops.

Estate Supervisor

01.1998 - 01.2002
  • Supervised a team of 28 cleaners, maintaining hygiene standards
  • Trained new staff, handled payroll, holiday pay, and ensured consistent quality standards.

Education

BFI Trade Union, Austria

Takoradi Polytechnic, Ghana
01.1974 - 04.1981

Skills

  • Surveillance techniques
  • Emergency response training
  • CCTV operation knowledge
  • First aid certified
  • Risk assessment capability
  • Body search procedures
  • Control room operations
  • Public area safety checks
  • Property protection capabilities
  • Alarm system testing
  • Sensitive information handling

Training

  • 2013, Milton Keynes College, Access Course – Health Psychology, Social Policy, Biology, Maths, English
  • 2013, Skills CentreMK, EDI Customer Service and Retail Level 1
  • 2006, Skills CentreMK, HAB Short Course – Conflict Handling/Asserting Yourself Effectively
  • 2006, Security Door Supervision & CCTV Camera Monitoring, SIA License Holder

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Reception duties

Churchill Contract Security (TPSL International Processing Solution Limited)
03.2013 - 01.2024

Security Guard

OM Security
02.2011 - 11.2013

Security Officer

Total Security/VSG/RollRight Facilities/Apple Security
01.2006 - 01.2011

Cleaner

Integrated Cleaning Management
01.2005 - 01.2010

Warehouse Operator

Quay Contract Staff
01.2005 - 01.2006

Warehouse Operative/Driver

GSMB, Austria
01.2003 - 01.2005

Estate Supervisor

01.1998 - 01.2002

Takoradi Polytechnic, Ghana
01.1974 - 04.1981

BFI Trade Union, Austria
Michael Ankomah Appiah