Results-driven Operations Manager with a strong focus on safety compliance and employee training. Proven ability to streamline day-to-day operations and enhance productivity within teams.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Operations Manager
Certis Security Group
Brisbane, QLD
03.2024 - Current
TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment in Security Operations.
Managed daily operations to ensure smooth workflow and efficiency.
Implemented security protocols to enhance safety and compliance standards.
Coordinated training sessions for new employees on operational procedures.
Maintained communication with clients to address service needs promptly.
Analyzed operational data to identify areas for process improvement.
Assisted in developing standard operating procedures for various tasks.
Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
Managed scheduling, training and inventory control.
Built strong operational teams to meet process and production demands.
Managed staffing needs through recruitment, selection, onboarding and training, disciplinary action as necessary.
Directed operations staff by providing guidance, training, and support in order to meet company objectives.
Identified areas of deficiency and performed root-cause analysis to solve problems.
Director
AVG - Avantguard Global
Cape Town, Western Province
09.2009 - 12.2023
My company provided the following services in South Africa.
Private security.
CPO (Close Protection Officer's)
Detailed security solutions and strategies.
VIP Protection.
Chauffeur services with bulletproof vehicles.
Airport Security (I had 32 security guards working at the airport, and whom I managed.)
Provided training to the police new recruits (cadets).
I provided advanced and defensive driver training in both cars and trucks.
Education
GED -
TAFE QLD
QLD
03-2024
High School Diploma -
University of Pretoria
Gauteng South Africa
12-2000
Skills
Security trainer and assessor
Private security is working and looking after VIP clients
Providing Training and Knowledge to New Security Staff
Project management
Customer service
Employee training
Safety compliance
Day-to-day operations
Certification
International Private Security License.
Affiliations
My security company hosted the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa.
Security and Safety Officer at Group Security Systems Certis International (GSSCI)Security and Safety Officer at Group Security Systems Certis International (GSSCI)
Aviation Screening Officer (Duty Shift Manager) at Certis Security Australia ( SNP Security )Aviation Screening Officer (Duty Shift Manager) at Certis Security Australia ( SNP Security )