Nikita White
Security
Putaruru,South Waikato
Summary
I am a dedicated and hardworking 38-year-old with extensive experience in security and emergency response. I thrive in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, and I’m committed to continuous learning and personal growth. I am confident working both independently and as part of a team, and have a proven ability to remain calm, observant, and decisive in critical situations. My strong communication skills and situational awareness enable me to respond quickly, collect accurate information, and de-escalate complex incidents effectively.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Chef
The bridge hotel
Werribee, Melbourne
07.2011 - 07.2017
- General management of daily operations.
- Responsible for maintaining excellent relationships with suppliers, front of house staff and other stakeholders.
- Continuous use of communication.
- Experience with computer systems.
- Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
- Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.
- Performed regular maintenance tasks such as cleaning equipment, utensils, floors, walls, ensuring that all areas are kept clean and sanitary at all times.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding hygiene standards.
- PreformedBar/bistro hours- split shifts.
- Organized kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations during peak service hours.
- Responsible for Private event catering menus including full 3 course meals, designing limited menus, canapés and grazing tables.
Emergency First Responder
Emergency Management Solutions (EMS)
Kinleith Industrial Site
- Operated as part of an onsite emergency team for a large-scale paper manufacturing facility containing explosive and highly toxic chemicals.
- Responded to all onsite emergencies including fire, medical, and hazardous material incidents.
- Carried out fire suppression, pump operations, and managed confined space rescue preparedness.
- Administered first aid and transported injured persons to the ED when necessary.
- Issued hot work permits and managed site-wide fire alarm systems and emergency communications.
- Maintained detailed awareness of environmental and behavioral risks, reporting early warning signs to prevent escalation.
- Worked closely with safety officers and plant management to coordinate drills and improve incident response protocols.
Hospital Security Guard
Tauranga Hospital – District Health Board (DHB)
- Provided frontline security support for a large public hospital environment, wearing stab-resistant vests and operating in high-risk areas.
- Responded to duress alarms and emergency situations where patients or staff were in danger.
- Protected and managed patients with aggressive, intoxicated, or unstable behavior, including those at risk of self-harm.
- Monitored high-risk patients under safety watches, using de-escalation techniques and behavioral observation.
- Collaborated closely with police, nursing staff, and mental health teams to ensure patient and staff safety.
- Handled access control, CCTV monitoring, and escorted unauthorized persons from restricted areas after hours.
- Maintained a calm and professional presence in highly volatile situations, while ensuring accurate reporting and record keeping.
Skills
- Emergency Response
- First Aid
- Fire Suppression
- Pump Operations
- Security Patrols
- Incident Management
- Accurate Information Gathering
- Reporting
- High Situational Awareness
- Behavioral Observation
- Risk Assessment
- Patient Protection
- Staff Protection
- De-escalation
- Conflict Resolution
- Working in Hazardous Environments
- CCTV
- Access Control
- Hot Work Permits
- BA Wearer
- Confined Space
- Working at Heights
- Food safety compliance
- Staff training
- Conflict resolution
- Health regulations
- Culinary expertise
- Leadership qualities
- Food safety regulations
- Customer service
- Effective communication
Certification
- Full Car License
- Motorcycle License
- Class 2 License
- Gun License
- NZ Security COA
References
- Chris Barrett, Crew Chief, EMS, +64 272 409 488
- James Koti, Supervisor, DHB, +64 27 577 9942
Timeline
Head Chef
The bridge hotel
07.2011 - 07.2017
Emergency First Responder
Emergency Management Solutions (EMS)
Hospital Security Guard
Tauranga Hospital – District Health Board (DHB)
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