Barry Minnery
Amberley,North Canterbury
Summary
Accomplished leader with over 25 years of experience in security, law enforcement, and emergency management across public and private sectors. Proven expertise in crisis response, incident investigation, stakeholder collaboration, and compliance. Adept at leading multidisciplinary teams, developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies, and advising senior leadership during high-stakes events. Passionate about building community resilience, improving safety frameworks, and driving innovation in emergency preparedness and response. Strategic Regional Loss Prevention Manager known for unmatched productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialize in risk assessment, fraud investigation, and implementing loss prevention strategies that safeguard assets. Excel in leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, ensuring collaboration across all levels of operation to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Loss Prevention Manager
The Warehouse Group
11.2019 - Current
- Member of Incident Assessment Team advising executive leadership on critical incidents.
- Led investigations into major incidents, ensuring adherence to compliance protocols.
- Delivered training on situational incident management and de-escalation techniques.
- Supported emergency preparedness during peak trading periods and crises.
National Loss Prevention, Security and Compliance Officer
Restaurant Brands Ltd
08.2017 - 11.2019
- Conducted audits across 150+ sites to ensure franchise compliance.
- Provided operational risk advice and coached management in best practices.
- Led procurement and implementation of nationwide security systems.
Contract Integrity Officer & Acting Performance Manager
SERCO Asia
10.2015 - 08.2017
- Conducted investigations into incidents at correctional facilities with full compliance reporting.
- Advised senior leadership on potential KPI breaches and incident risk assessments.
- Built strong relationships with stakeholders including Police and the Department of Corrections.
- Presented at monthly abatement meetings to address compliance and safety issues.
Customs Officer, Auckland International Airport
NZ Customs Service
09.2014 - 10.2015
- Managed emergency and non-emergency border events in compliance with legislation.
- Conducted risk assessments and emergency response measures for identified threats.
Police Constable & Detective Constable
Merseyside Police
Merseyside, England
01.1997 - 09.2014
- Led investigations into serious crime; provided response during emergencies.
- Trained in Disaster Victim Identification and Counter-Terrorism emergency response.
- Acted as point of contact during major incidents, providing real-time tactical advice.
Education
NZ Level 6 Diploma -
C4 Group
04.2025
Foundation Degree - Criminal Investigation
University of Central Lancashire
A Levels - Physical Education, Media Studies, Geography
Widnes 6 Form College
GCSEs - English, History, Geography, Religious Studies, Biology, Mathematics
Tower College
Skills
- Emergency & Crisis Management
- Data analysis
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Employee training
- Loss prevention strategies
- Compliance monitoring
- Investigation management
- Physical security
- Shrink reduction
- Surveillance techniques
- Policy enforcement
- Asset protection
- Incident reporting
- Crisis management
- Law enforcement collaboration
- Crime prevention
- Witness interviews
- Investigations
- Policy development
- Evidence collection
- Interviewing techniques
- Crisis situations
- Problem-solving abilities
- Staff training
- Loss prevention assessment programs
- Retail operations management
- Incident Response & Recovery
- Investigations & Compliance
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Risk Mitigation Strategies
- Training & Development
- Project & Change Management
- Security Infrastructure & Procurement
Certification
- Disaster Victim Identification (UK)
- Family Liaison Officer (UK)
- Counter-Terrorism Search Techniques
- Cognitive Interviewing Techniques
- Security & Risk Systems Training (various internal programs)
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Regional Loss Prevention Manager
The Warehouse Group
11.2019 - Current
National Loss Prevention, Security and Compliance Officer
Restaurant Brands Ltd
08.2017 - 11.2019
Contract Integrity Officer & Acting Performance Manager
SERCO Asia
10.2015 - 08.2017
Customs Officer, Auckland International Airport
NZ Customs Service
09.2014 - 10.2015
Police Constable & Detective Constable
Merseyside Police
01.1997 - 09.2014
NZ Level 6 Diploma -
C4 Group
Foundation Degree - Criminal Investigation
University of Central Lancashire
A Levels - Physical Education, Media Studies, Geography
Widnes 6 Form College
GCSEs - English, History, Geography, Religious Studies, Biology, Mathematics
Tower College
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