Objective
I am former UK military and former UK civil police officer. I have private security sector qualifications and experience in close protection and training. I am currently a maritime protective security and security systems consultant and trainer and have experience in those roles worldwide and in hostile environments. I am available for short or long term tasks at short notice in any related area, from counter piracy protection to completion of security assessments and plans and newbuild/refit consulancy.
Experience
October 2008 – Present
Various security companies
Maritime Security Consultant, Team Leader & Ops Manager
• Security operations on commercial vessels transiting high risk area worldwide
• SSO duties & advice to Master & crew
• Drilling & training ship's officers & crew
Jan 2008 – Present
Eos Risk Management Ltd
Security Operations & Training Manager
• Maritime & general security operations, recruitment & HR management
• Maritime security & general SIA security training course design & delivery
June – Sept 2008
UKME Ltd
Close Protection Operative & Security Driver
• Personal protection of Middle Eastern royalty
Feb & May 2008
Chiron Resources Ltd
Personal Protection Operative/Security Advisor
•Personal protection of TV crews & journalists
Sept – Dec 2007
Royal Caribbean International Cruise Line (USA)
Maritime Security Instructor & Security Consultant
July 2007 – Feb 2008
Greymans Ltd
Surveillance Operative & Insurance Claims Investigator
June - Oct 2007
McKenzie Arnold Security Ltd
Operations Manager & Close Protection Operative
• Security operations & HR management at events
• Personal protection of film industry celebrities
May & Nov 2007
Clearwater Special Projects Ltd
Personal Protection Operative & Close Protection Operative
• Personal protection of music industry celebrities
Apr – Dec 2007
MAD International Ltd
Security & Risk Management Consultant
2006 – 2007
Royal Caribbean International Cruise Line (USA)
Ship Security Officer (3 stripe ship's Officer)
2006
Gaskill’s Investigations Services
Surveillance & Investigations Operative
1989 – 2006
Sussex Police & Cheshire Constabulary
Surveillance Operative – Counter Terrorist Surveillance Unit
CID Crime Car Officer – Advanced Driver
Tutor Constable & Uniform Patrol Officer
Undercover Operative – CID Pro-active Unit
Tactical Firearms & VIP Protection Officer – Counter Terrorist Wing
1983 – 1988
British Army - 1st Bn Kings Regt
Infantry Soldier & Assault Pioneer
Education
University Diploma in Classical Studies (2004)
3 O levels: History, geography & biology (1983)
5 CSEs: English, maths, history, geography & biology (1983)
Certification
Instructor:
UK Department for Transport TRANSEC approved transport security instructor & training deliverer (2008)
UK Maritime & Coastguard Agency approved maritime security instructor & training deliverer (2008)
Institute for Learning (IFL) Affiliate Member (2008)
City & Guilds 1886 Trainer in Conflict Management (2007)
City & Guilds 7303 Preparing to Teach in a Lifelong Learning Environment (2007)
Tutor Constable course (1999)
Civilian:
SIA Close Protection License (2007)
Close Protection Operative course (2007)
HSE First Aid at Work certificate (2007)
Close Protection Federation member (2007)
S.I.A Door Supervisor License (2006)
Door Supervisor course (2005)
Maritime:
Royal Yacht Association National Powerboat Certificate (2009)
ISPS Code Ship Security Officer (MCA approved) (2008)
STCW 95 Crowd Management (2006)
STCW 95 Survival Craft Basics (2006)
STCW 95 Basic Fire Fighting (2006)
STCW 95 Basic First Aid (2006)
STCW 95 Human Relationships (2006)
Police:
Mobile Surveillance course - National Specialist Law Enforcement Center (2004)
Continual Unarmed Defensive Tactics/Control and Restraint courses (latest 2004)
First Aid courses (latest 2005)
Method of Entry and Police Support Unit/Public Order courses (latest 2003)
Advanced Interview Skills course (2003)
Police Advanced Driving course (2002)
National Test Purchase/Undercover course (1995)
Police Standard Response Driving course (1994)
VIP protection and Intervention course (1992)
Handgun, MP 5 and shotgun courses (1990-91)
Police initial training/ core skills course (1989)
Skils
A dedicated, intelligent, honest, reliable and above all professional team player with extensive operational, training and consultancy experience and qualifications. Able to communicate effectively with a range of people from varying backgrounds and cultures.