Aneeq Kazmi

Compliance & Training Manager
May 2025 – Present

• Lead company-wide compliance audits, ensuring all staff maintain valid security licenses, first aid certification, and venue-specific inductions.
• Developed and implemented standard operating procedures and training modules tailored to each venue’s requirements.
• Coordinated and delivered staff inductions across key sites, ensuring teams were fully prepared and compliant prior to deployment.
• Worked closely with operations teams to support staff readiness for events, focusing on training outcomes and regulatory compliance.

Venue Operations Manager
October 2024 – May 2025

• Oversaw day-to-day security operations at major venues, including event execution, team leadership, and client coordination.
• Managed staff deployment and allocation across multiple zones during high-attendance events.
• Liaised with emergency services, venue management, and internal teams to address live incidents and ensure effective crowd control.
• Supported end-of-event processes, including reporting, debriefing, and incident review.

Workforce Coordinator
February 2023 – October 2024

• Managed complex rosters for multiple venues using Guardhouse and internal workforce management systems.
• Ensured all rostered staff met compliance standards including licensing, first aid, and site inductions.
• Worked with zone managers to confirm accurate staff attendance and shift coverage, including handling last-minute adjustments.
• Played a key role in improving shift accuracy and sign-on/off accountability across event days.

• Coordinated large-scale security deployments for high-profile events including the Australian Open, Melbourne Grand Prix, and Melbourne Cup Carnival.
• Managed project planning, staffing, and execution of security operations across multiple high-traffic venues and event days.
• Worked with client stakeholders, law enforcement, and event organisers to ensure seamless integration of security plans into broader event operations.
• Oversaw licensing, induction, and accreditation requirements for up to 100+ security personnel during peak event periods.
• Ensured full compliance with event-specific SOPs, risk assessments, and crowd management protocols.
• Delivered operational briefings, coordinated zone supervisors, and managed incident reporting and response strategies throughout live events.
• Provided real-time support during emergencies and high-pressure scenarios, ensuring swift resolution and minimal disruption.

• Facilitated career development workshops aimed at improving job readiness and employability skills for culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) clients, including migrants, refugees, and long-term unemployed individuals.
• Delivered personalised one-on-one consultations to assess client skills, identify employment goals, and develop tailored employment plans.
• Built strategic partnerships with local employers and training organisations to source job opportunities and upskilling pathways for clients.
• Supported clients through the entire employment journey, including resume writing, interview preparation, job applications, and post-placement follow-up.
• Implemented effective job placement and retention strategies, resulting in improved client outcomes and increased sustainable employment placements.
• Maintained accurate case notes and reporting in compliance with program guidelines and funding requirements.

Patrick Autocare – Melbourne, VIC

• Supervised daily security operations across Patrick Autocare’s Melbourne sites, ensuring consistent protection of vehicles, infrastructure, and personnel.
• Managed a team of 20+ security guards across three locations, coordinating rosters, shift coverage, and performance monitoring.
• Conducted regular patrols, site inspections, and access control audits to maintain security standards and prevent unauthorised access.
• Oversaw compliance with site procedures, including vehicle movement logs, contractor sign-in/out processes, and CCTV monitoring.
• Acted as the key liaison between site security and Patrick Autocare management, reporting incidents, coordinating responses, and recommending improvements.
• Trained and mentored new guards on site-specific SOPs, emergency procedures, and safety protocols to ensure operational readiness.

Patrick Terminals – Melbourne, VIC

• Provided asset protection and perimeter security for one of Australia’s busiest container terminals, ensuring the safety of personnel, cargo, and critical infrastructure.
• Conducted regular patrols, access control checks, and surveillance monitoring to detect and deter unauthorised access and potential security breaches.
• Enforced compliance with port security protocols, contractor inductions, and Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC) requirements.
• Responded to security incidents, alarms, and emergency situations in a timely and professional manner, escalating as needed to terminal management.
• Maintained detailed incident logs and shift reports in accordance with company procedures and security standards.
• Collaborated with Australian Border Force and port authorities to support secure and compliant operations.