AVTAR SINGH
Calgary,AB
Summary
Bilingual security management professional familiar with standard security practices and operational requirements. Comfortable working in variety of environments to provide personal, premise and perimeter security. Focused and detail-oriented with a proven history of mitigating risks and utilizing sound decision-making in high-pressure situations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Supervisor/Visitor Management Officer
GardaWorld Security
09.2023 - Current
- Managed daily security operations for a data center security with 30+ employees.
- Coordinated protective service operations with other emergency response agencies.
- Created and assigned badge printing tickets to appropriate manager for approval.
- Created manual badge printing tickets if the alias do not shows on lenel or optics and trouble shoot if any issue occurs during printing.
- Send NDA/Davos to the individuals requesting badges, verify upon completion and provide badge briefings.
- Print and shred badges as per procedure. Attach photo and other required information. De-activate badge or change access levels when employee leaves or changes work location.
- Add access levels as needed and send it for approval. Issue badge and maintain it in records.
- Deliver the badge to another location if required.
- Coordinated with law enforcement and emergency services, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration during critical incidents.
- Attend team meetings, respond to escalations and requests from leadership.
Security Supervisor
Youngstar Security
04.2018 - 06.2023
- Supervise security operations for over 20 large-scale events annually, including concerts, festivals, and corporate conferences, ensuring the safety of attendees and staff.
- Lead a team of 30+ personnel, coordinating event security strategies and handling crowd control to prevent incidents.
- Train staff in emergency evacuation procedures, VIP protection, and crisis management, ensuring a quick and organized response in any situation.
- Conduct routine security audits and collaborate with facility managers to identify vulnerabilities and implement corrective actions.
- Maintained accurate records of incidents, surveillance footage, and other security-related information, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Doorman
Yaletown Brewing Company
09.2017 - 03.2018
- Resolve issues as customers arrive, may have to interject in altercations if necessary. Remove customers if required
- Work with the rest of the team to ensure safety is top priority for guests and staff
- Making sure intoxicated individuals leave premises and have a safe ride home. Offer water, avoid overly aggressive behavior, body language, verbal abuse
- Maintain full control OUTSIDE the establishment and keeping the lineup clear of the entrance doors
Full Time Security Guard
Paladin
02.2017 - 06.2017
- Follow direction and guidance from Supervisor, Conduct traffic and pedestrian control at site access point, and vehicle and bag searches
- Patrol assigned areas on foot or in motor vehicle to ensure personnel, building, and equipment security
- Monitor the environment for safety infractions or hazards
- Watch for and report irregularities, such as security breaches, facility and safety hazards, and emergency situations
- Maintain strict confidentiality and integrity of data and information
- Respond to inquiries and request for information in an appropriate manner
Event Security Guard
Genesis
04.2016 - 01.2017
- Access Control and Roving, all the while providing excellent customer service
- Watch for and report irregularities, such as security breaches, facility and safety hazards, and emergency situations and contact emergency responders as required
- Provide first aid and medical response when required to any person(s)
- Perform regular foot patrols to ensure personnel, building and equipment security
Education
Diploma - Business Administration
Brighton College
Burnaby, BC01.2018
High School Diploma - Physics, Chemistry and Maths
SS Snr. Sec School
Rajasthan02.2014
Skills
Technical Skills: Amazon Optics, LenelS2, Genetec Security Center, MS Office, Network Troubleshooting, Conflict Resolution Techniques
Surveillance Systems: CCTV Monitoring, Intrusion Detection Systems, Access Control Systems, Perimeter Security, Alarm Systems,
Crisis Management: Emergency Response Planning, Incident Command Systems, Business Continuity Planning, Evacuation Procedures, Threat Assessment
Regulatory Compliance: OH&S, , Risk Assessment Techniques, Security Audit Procedures
Languages
English
Full Professional
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Other
Volunteering: Vancouver police department, Indian army cadet, and BC children hospital fundraising.
Awards: Employee of the month at GardaWorld (2024), Employee of the month at Youngstar Security (2017)
Projects: Cameras renaming, Human error alarms prevention, and Gentec system installation.
Certifications: Standard first aid, Protect Alberta, Proserve Alberta, Ambassador learning path, Raising threat awareness, Supervisor learning path, Confined space training, Mental health awareness, Nisitohtamowin– An Introduction to Understanding Indigenous Perspectives, Bomb threat and awareness.
Timeline
Security Supervisor/Visitor Management Officer
GardaWorld Security
09.2023 - Current
Security Supervisor
Youngstar Security
04.2018 - 06.2023
Doorman
Yaletown Brewing Company
09.2017 - 03.2018
Full Time Security Guard
Paladin
02.2017 - 06.2017
Event Security Guard
Genesis
04.2016 - 01.2017
High School Diploma - Physics, Chemistry and Maths
SS Snr. Sec School
Diploma - Business Administration
Brighton College
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