Summary
Overview
Work History
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Certification
Accomplishments
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Primo Cameron

Auckland,New Zealand

Summary

Dedicated Security Supervisor/ Manager with extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing security and risk management operations within high-profile sites. My experience has allowed me to acquire and demonstrate expertise in safety and security protocols, emergency response coordinations, staff training and development. A personable leader comfortable interacting with people of diverse cultures and backgrounds. A proven history for developing strong relationships with the police, local security parties, and other stakeholders, also for leading security operations, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. A person with a proactive approach in hazard identification, incident management, and delivering customer-orientated security solutions. Committed person with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Security Supervisor

Scentregroup
Westfield Newmarket
04.2023 - Current
  • Lead security operations for Westfield Newmarket, ensuring the safety of employees, customers, and assets
  • Oversee and train a diverse security staff, placing a strong emphasis on professionalism, compliance and effective incident responding
  • Consult with the Risk & Security Manager to improve security and create a more proactive approach towards risk mitigation and emergency readiness
  • Establish a strong communication line and relationship with local police, to develop and refine operational and emergency procedures
  • Complete audits, compliance checks, and security evaluations, to create a safer and more secure site environment.

Site Security Manager

Red badge
Auckland
04.2023 - Current
  • Direct comprehensive security services in a high valued retail site, emphasizing staff training, incident management, and customer service excellence
  • Onboarding and continuous training of security staff, to generate high standards, performance and retention
  • Develop and implement security strategies that align with the clients policy and procedure frameworks and exceed client expectations.
  • Guarding Duties & Reporting: A high standard in security duties and reporting, ensuring all incidents and near-misses are documented in a timely manner.
  • A constant presence throughout the Site.
  • Relationship Management: maintaining positive relationships with staff, management, clients, and customers, upholding the highest standards of professionalism and customer service. A key liaison between Red Badge Group and our clients, providing detailed and timely reports on security operations.
  • Roster Management: Develop rostering to ensure optimal staff deployment across shifts, balancing operational demands with staff availability and well-being. Manage late night and weekend shifts, ensuring coverage can be made. Monitored staff workload and shift patterns to prevent burnout. Conducted regular reviews of staffing needs versus performance data, making data-driven decisions to optimize staffing and coverage.

Site Emergency Response Team Supervisor

Serco
Wiri
01.2020 - 04.2023
  • Led the Site Emergency Response Team (SERT) at a high-security facility, overseeing all aspects of emergency planning, incident management, and incident response, ensuring the safety of staff, inmates, and visitors
  • Managed and operated security technologies such as CCTV surveillance and access control systems
  • Demonstrated leadership and strategic oversight during high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and decisiveness to guide the SERT team through complex incident responses
  • Actively participated in post-incident reviews and analysis, identifying lessons learned and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to security protocols and emergency response plans
  • Led search operations across the facility conducting systematic searches of premises, including cell blocks, common areas, and external grounds, employing both manual and technological methods, focusing on contraband detection, security breaches, and ensuring the integrity of the secured environment
  • Developed and implemented advanced search protocols and training programs, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of search operations
  • Regularly reviewed and updated search procedures to incorporate new technologies and methodologies, ensuring our team remained at the forefront of security search operations
  • Conducted regular training sessions for search team members, focusing on search techniques, contraband recognition, and the legal and ethical considerations of search operations
  • These sessions ensured that all team members were knowledgeable, skilled, and conducted searches with the highest standards of professionalism and respect for privacy
  • Analysed search operation outcomes to identify trends in contraband introduction and attempted security breaches
  • These insights informed the development of targeted strategies to prevent future incidents, contributing to the overall security and safety of the facility
  • Maintained detailed records of search operations, findings, and follow-up actions
  • This documentation was essential for ongoing security assessments, legal compliance, and as evidence in disciplinary or legal proceedings.

Skills

  • Security Systems Management (CCTV, Access Control)
  • Emergency Response Planning & Execution
  • Incident Investigation & Reporting
  • Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Operations Management
  • Skilled in conflict resolution
  • Security management
  • Performance Tracking
  • Client Advocacy
  • Relationship Building
  • Documentation proficiency
  • Problem-Solving
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Records Management

Certification

  • Certificate in Level 3 offender management
  • Certificate in Level 2 first aid
  • Certificate in Drug Testing DCO

Accomplishments

  • 2020 Pulse award winner for innovation and 2021 nominee for integrit

Timeline

Security Supervisor

Scentregroup
04.2023 - Current

Site Security Manager

Red badge
04.2023 - Current

Site Emergency Response Team Supervisor

Serco
01.2020 - 04.2023
Primo Cameron