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Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Interests
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Joshua Lockhart
Open To Work

Joshua Lockhart

Hamilton,WKO

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Loss Prevention LeaderSecurity SupervisorLoss Prevention OfficerSenior Hustler

Work Type

Gig WorkContract WorkFull TimePart Time

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Summary

Skilled security and customer service professional with extensive experience in maintaining safety, managing teams, and fostering positive environments across retail, hospitality, and event settings. Adept at coordinating staff, monitoring security systems, and responding swiftly to incidents while applying strong risk assessment and conflict resolution skills. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and effective communication in both high-pressure and customer-facing situations. Proficient in enforcing protocols, handling crowd control, and utilizing security technology, while also excelling in customer service, multitasking, and building strong client and team relationships to achieve outstanding results.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Loss Prevention Leader

Foodstuffs North Island
09.2021 - Current
  • Supported theft prevention by monitoring surveillance, patrolling premises, and conducting daily security walk-throughs. Assisted with staff training, customer incident resolution, and law enforcement collaboration. Coordinated with other leaders to share best practices and drive consistent security results across multiple locations.

Security Supervisor

Lawrenson Group
07.2024 - Current
  • Ensured venue safety by monitoring access, conducting ID checks, and enforcing security protocols. Trained and mentored staff in conflict resolution, crowd management, and emergency response. Maintained order during high-profile events, de-escalated incidents, and provided first aid when required while fostering a safe and welcoming environment.

Loss Prevention Officer

James Pascoe Group
05.2025 - 07.2025
  • Played a key role in major theft recovery through detailed investigations and apprehensions. Monitored surveillance systems, patrolled store premises, and enforced security measures to prevent shoplifting. Supported audits and shortage control efforts, successfully reducing shrinkage with effective strategies.

Senior Hustler

Burger Burger
02.2024 - 05.2025
  • Managed bar operations including inventory, compliance, and cash handling with accuracy. Delivered excellent customer service by building rapport with patrons, providing knowledgeable recommendations, and ensuring dietary needs were met. Mentored junior staff, supported promotional events, and thrived in fast-paced, high-pressure environments while maintaining professionalism.

Education

High School Diploma -

St Johns College
Hamilton, NZ
12.2021

Certificate - Hospitality

NZMA
Hamilton, NZ
06-2024

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • CCTV monitoring
  • Staff management
  • Security personnel training
  • Safety and security procedures
  • Emergency response
  • Physical security
  • Physical restraint training
  • Takedown manoeuvres
  • Policy enforcement
  • Criminal law
  • Task delegation
  • Workplace safety
  • Customer engagement
  • Alcohol awareness
  • Physical strength
  • Patience and tolerance
  • Integrity and honesty
  • Crowd control
  • Self-defence techniques
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Assertiveness

Accomplishments

  • Reduced store losses by 68% by apprehending and processing 27 shoplifters last month.
  • Saved the company more than $8,000 in product recovery this year.

Certification

  • Licensed COA Holder - Valid till 11/10/2029
  • License Controller Qualification - Achieved in 2024

Interests

  • Martial Arts
  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
  • Hiking
  • Music
  • Historical Exploration
  • Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
  • Reading
  • Gym Workouts

Timeline

Loss Prevention Officer

James Pascoe Group
05.2025 - 07.2025

Security Supervisor

Lawrenson Group
07.2024 - Current

Senior Hustler

Burger Burger
02.2024 - 05.2025

Loss Prevention Leader

Foodstuffs North Island
09.2021 - Current

High School Diploma -

St Johns College

Certificate - Hospitality

NZMA
Joshua Lockhart