Len Byrd
RANDWICK,NSW
Summary
Experienced and highly skilled security industry leader with 35 years of hands on experience in Locksmithing ,security system sales & installation and business management. Proven track record of owning and operating successful businesses with-in the security sector. Seeking to leverage extensive industry knowledge and leadership expertise in a senior management or consultancy role.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Sos Locksmiths Kingsford P/L & ESC Security
Sydney, NSW
11.2004 - 12.2024
- Founded Eastern Suburbs Security ,then purchased and grew Kingsford locksmiths and security into a successful security business specializing in locksmithing and the installation of advanced security systems for residential ,strata ,commercial ,industrial clients and a number of schools.
- Developed and maintained long term client relationships ,achieving a high rate of customer retention.
- Oversaw day to day operations in-line with NSW security ,Child safety and fire safety works & strategies.
- Implemented cost effective strategies for service delivery ,boosting profitability and improving client satisfaction.
- Directed a team of security professionals to service clients.
- 1998 -2003
- David Carr security
- Senior tradesman
- 1986 - 1995
- Bells Locksmith
- Apprenticeship through to senior tradesman
Education
No Degree - Security
TAFE NSW
NSW12-1989
Skills
- Locksmith expertise
- Business management & operations
- Team leadership & staff development
- Cabling & electronic security systems
- Project management
- Client relations & contract negotiations
- Risk assessment & security solutions
- Compliance & licensing (master license ,security license ,cabling license)
- Entrepreneurship ,business strategy & diversification for progression
Timeline
Director
Sos Locksmiths Kingsford P/L & ESC Security
11.2004 - 12.2024
No Degree - Security
TAFE NSW