Richard Adam
Security Guard
Winnipeg
Summary
Dedicated Security Officer with extensive experience at GardaWorld Security and formerly Securitas Canada, skilled in access control and emergency response. Proven track record in crime prevention and detailed report writing, enhancing safety and security. Recognized for strong work ethic and ability to train new team members, ensuring adherence to protocols and maintaining a secure environment.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Security Officer
GardaWorld Security
08.2018 - Current
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons on-site client.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Patrolled and monitored premises on foot.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
Security Officer
Securitas Canada
05.2001 - 08.2018
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to on-site client.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on foot.
- Decreased instances of theft, vandalism, and trespassing through diligent observation and reporting suspicious activities.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures.
Cashier
Mall Centre News and Gift Shop
09.1999 - 03.2000
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
General Services
The Real Canadian Superstore
06.1998 - 10.1998
- General upkeep and janitorial services during open store hours, including disposal of trash and maintaining clean store isles.
- Responding to clean ups.
- Assisting store management with required tasks and assignments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Glenlawn Collegiate Institure
Winnipeg, MB 05.2001 -
Skills
Access control
CCTV monitoring
Crime prevention
Visitor tracking
Emergency response
CCTV surveillance
General security
Report writing
Document management
Patrol operations
Security guard license
Detail-oriented
Work ethic
Emergency management
Timeline
Security Officer
GardaWorld Security
08.2018 - Current
Security Officer
Securitas Canada
05.2001 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Glenlawn Collegiate Institure
05.2001 -
Cashier
Mall Centre News and Gift Shop
09.1999 - 03.2000
General Services
The Real Canadian Superstore
06.1998 - 10.1998