Kevin is a UK SIA (Security Industry Authority) Licensed Close Protection Front Line Operative.
Kevin having served 17 years within the British Army which has given him a wealth of management and training development experience.
He is a versatile individual with excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills, a reliable team leader and a flexible team player.
Kevin thrives on his multi tasking ability, he inspires co-operation in others and deliver flexible strategies in fast changing and challenging work environments
His career history reflects his ability to: initiate, plan and implement programmes of work and training. Lead, motivate and guide team members in broad spectrum activities. He can cope with pressure and handle dynamic situations efficiently. Kevin responds positively to any challenge or task in a commercial security environment.
Maintaining the highest confidential and ethical standards. Each clients rights to privacy and confidentiality are carefully protected at all times. Any client names of client specific information displayed on this website either has the clients consent or is a matter of public record.
This is my Personal Website CV documenting my qualifications and achievements during my time within the forces and beyond.
QUALIFICATIONS
A Security Professional with a military background qualified in Close Protection, Surveillance, and Weapons trained with hostile environment experience.
Btec Level 3 in Close Protection Operations
Btec Level 3 in Advanced Surveillance
Btec Level 3 in Private Investigations
Diploma in Science of Neuro Linguistic programming
Diploma in Training and Operational Management
NVQ Level 4 Management and Training
Amongst these qualifications Kevin has numerous other skills -
Advanced Computer Applications,
Man Management/Team Building,
Training and Administration.
Logistics Control and Accounting.
Operations/Watch keeper.
Trauma management qualified.
RELEVANT MILITARY CERTIFIED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Section Commanders Battle (Tactics) School of Infantry Brecon.
Machine gun section commander
Junior NCO Skill at Arms School of Infantry Brecon.
Battle field first aid instructor.
Method of Instruction.
Range Management.
Machine gun section commander
MILITARY HISTORY:
Small Arms School Corps Jan 07 – Jan 2010
Warrant Officer Class Two
As Course Co-ordinator I was in charge of Coordinate conferences to ensure the smooth conduct of weekly training. Co-ordinate conferences to resource, plan and program future career course up to two years in advance. Coordinate bookings and use of facilities for training purposes including safety and specialist advice to the Defence Materiel Organisation who would implement changes, including external support for all courses conducted. Teach comprehensive report writing, risk management and safety to a variety of trainees from a variety of backgrounds. Develop and deliver training Curriculum. Provide advice and recommendations on policy changes to senior management. Provide Quality Assurance to ensure staff provide the highest quality of training. Provide mentoring to staff, in addition to formal performance appraisals and assisted in the staff’s professional career development. Present professional and well structured presentations.
Small Arms School Corps Jan 03 –Jan 2007
Sergeant & Staff Sergeant MOD Trials and Development Unit
I successfully implemented, coordinated and delivered training of new MOD systems to 800 personnel on Op Telic 9 in difficult and at times high pressure situations. During this time I also trailed and integrated several new weapon systems and surveillance equipment.
Royal Green Jackets Jan 93 –Jan 2003
Rifleman, LCpl ,Cpl.
During my 10 years service in an Infantry Battalion I progressed to the rank of Corporal. I served in a rifle section for 3 Years before moving in to Machine gun Platoon. I gained the rank of LCpl and was appointed Machine Gun section second in command during this time I served on operations in Bosnia and Belfast. I Gained promotion after completing section commanders battle course in Brecon. I was in command of a Machine gun section for 2 years prior to taking up post as a recruit training instructor at the Army Training Regiment Winchester where I was awarded best section commander 2 years running before transferring to the Small Arms School Corps
Major Achievements
- Kevin successfully coordinated and managed 12 leadership development courses for the Ministry of Defence (MOD). This included training analysis, resource management, mentoring and instruction. He achieved this within budget and resource constraints. He coordinated and liaised with a variety of military and civilian organisations to achieve outstanding results
- Kevin successfully trained 505 managers from low to middle management for the MOD. This included report writing, personnel appraisals, health and safety instructions, risk assessments and final written reports. He achieved this through an excellent knowledge of presentation techniques, mentoring, training development and organisational skills. He was rewarded for his outstanding results by being promoted to middle management within the organisation.
- Successfully re-wrote defence safety instructions which achieved a more organised, developed and safer training Curriculum
Kevin successfully implemented, coordinated and delivered training of new MOD systems to 800 personnel in difficult and at times high pressure situations.