Richard Ricardo Courtney Blunte
Grazettes St. Michael
Summary
Experienced in coordinating security measures and directing security staff, utilizing effective team leadership to maintain a safe and secure environment. Possess knowledge of emergency response protocols and risk management strategies, ensuring prompt and efficient responses to potential threats. Demonstrated ability to handle high-pressure situations with calm and professionalism, contributing to a proactive approach to security management.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Supervisor
Wyndham Hotel and Resorts
09.2023 - Current
- Operationally support in delivery of the agreed service levels.
- Manage your shift team including distribution of daily rotas, daily briefings/roll call, administration, and holiday management.
- Monitor and control of Security Officer daily duties and actions to ensure compliance and maintain high standards.
- Assist in leading the security team by fostering team spirit and cooperation, the encouragement of open expression of differing ideas and opinions and ensuring resolution.
- Assist and support induction and training need to ensure they are identified, and appropriate training & development is delivered.
- Support in delivery of SOP’s and maintenance of appropriate documentation sets across the security team
- Assist with auditing of all Security practices and process.
- Assist in maintaining compliance with all Health & Safety legislation.
- Promote a secure and safe working environment on site through the implementation and continuous improvement of agreed Health and Safety actions.
- Assist and be a point of contact for Incident Management, ensuring that incidents are correctly managed and escalated as per client specifications.
- Complete the required Incident reports in the event of an incident, focusing on quality and timely reporting.
- Ensure that any complaints are dealt with in a professional and timely manner.
- To establish and maintain satisfactory relationships with individuals at all levels within the Company and the Client organisation.
- Manage the provision of CCTV, access control systems and alarm systems.
- Ensure that all equipment provided to assist security is fully operational with any issues reported.
- Ensure that there is a robust and effective key control process in place.
- Client liaison, working closely with the Security Manager
- Other day-to-day responsibilities as dictated by circumstances and the needs of the business and client.
Security Officer
Chukka Barbados
07.2021 - 09.2023
- Provided Security services to ensure safety of all staff and guests; patrolled premises and reported any suspicious activity; screened all visitors to the compound; conducted cave checks, member of the cave rescue first responder team.
Security Officer
Hilton Barbados Resort
11.2018 - 07.2021
- Patrol the interior of and the perimeter of the hotel and the property to observe and identify potential safety risks, security risks and undesirable conditions.
- Respond to emergency situations including, but not limited to, safety hazards, fires, medical emergencies and threats to life and/or property.
- Promote safe work practices.
- Initiates preliminary investigations into incidents, as needed.
- Writes reports and ensures accuracy of necessary documentation, as needed.
- Respond to guest inquiries and requests and resolve guest issues in a timely, friendly, and efficient manner.
- High rise firefighting
Security Officer
Alma Parris Memorial Secondary School
04.2010 - 11.2014
- Provided Security services to ensure safety of all staff and students; patrolled premises and reported any suspicious activity; screened all visitors to the compound.
Police Constable
Royal Barbados Police Force
01.1997 - 12.1998
- Central Police Station - “A” Shift
- District “C” Station
- District “D” Station
- Holetown Police Station (Crime Prevention)
- Operational Support (Anti-Crime Unit)
- Special Services Unit
- Swat Team
- Central Police Station (Divisional Patrol)
- V.I.P. PROTECTION DETAIL
- Formed part of the security detail for Tony Blair, Former British Prime Minister during his visits to the island in 2004, 2005 & 2006; as well as security detail for Kofi Anan, Former Secretary-General for the United Nations during his visit to the island in 2004. Numerous other protection details to foreign heads of government and staff
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents, gathering evidence and witness statements.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents, ensuring accuracy for legal proceedings.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, assessing situations and providing appropriate assistance.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Performed background checks using various databases and resources, ensuring informed decisions were made during hiring processes or licensing approvals.
- Conducted surveillance operations aimed at identifying and apprehending suspects involved in criminal activity, leading to increased arrest rates.
- Improved community relationships through proactive engagement and participation in local events.
- Assessed potential threats during high-profile events such as parades or sporting matches, enabling efficient deployment of resources for maximum security coverage.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
Education
Alleyne Secondary School
01.1994
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Eden Lodge Primary School
01.1986
Skills
- COMPUTER LITERATE
- Windows, Microsoft Word, Outlook & Excel; PowerPoint
- CCTV monitoring
Certification
- BASICS IN SECURITY MANAGEMENT
- CERTIFICATE IN SECURITY MANAGEMENT
- WRITING SECURITY PLANS
References
Francis, Depeiza, Attorney-at-Law, (246) 422-6705, #19 Mt. Standfast, St. James
Extra-Curricular Activities
Hockey; Football; Bicycle Riding; Reading; Traveling; Meeting people; Interacting with children.
Training
- REGIONAL SECURITY SYSTEM Feb2002-March 2002
- RSS Basic Course 1/2002
- Dominica, West Indies
- Human rights; Operations during disasters; Crowd control and dispersal techniques; Jungle survival and warfare; cover and concealment; observation & listening post; self-defense; weapons handling.
- TRADEWINDS 2002 April 2002
- Antigua & Barbuda – St. Kitts & Nevis
- Special Forces Training, disaster preparedness and first aid
- SMALL ARMS COURSE November 2002
- Regional Police Training Center & Paragon
- Handling of weapons; care and maintenance; assembling & disassembling; marksmanship; day and night shooting
- LEADERS COURSE May 2003 – July 2003
- Pointe Salines, Grenada, W.I.
- Leadership; Supervision of personnel; Briefing & detailing personnel; Planning operations; Writing orders; Public speaking; Giving effective presentations; Service writing; Counter terrorism; Techniques on improving physical and mental standards of subordinates.
- ELECTRONIC INTERVIEWS WORKSHOP June 2004
- Holetown Police Station, St. James
- Tape Recorded and Investigative Interviewing
- EFFECTIVE CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP July 2005
- Regional Police Training Center, Christ Church
- FINGERPRINTING AND PHOTOGRAPHY March 2005
- Forensic Scenes of Crime Unit, Central Police Station
- WORLD CUP 2007 TRAINING March 2007
- Baton, Taser & Handcuffing techniques SWAT tactics
- Building entry VIP protection
- PSYCHOPHYSIOLOGICAL DECEPTION OF DECEPTION August 2015
- Academy of Polygraph Science, Fort Myers Florida.
- Polygraph Examiner
- SUPERVISION AND MANAGEMENT SKILLS MAY 2022
- CVQ PROVIDING SECURITY SERVICES AUGUST 2023
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
- SUBJECT GRADE YEAR
- English 1 1994
- Basic Mathematics 2 1994
- Social Studies 1 1994
- Principles of Business 1 1994
POSITIONS HELD
- Floor Member, Eden Lodge Nursery School PTA 2005 – 2006
- President, Eden Lodge Primary School PTA 2007 – 2008
- President, Eden Lodge Primary School PTA 2008 – 2009
- Public Relations Officer, Eden Lodge Nursery School PTA 2008 – 2009
- Treasurer, St. Michael North Constituency Council 2009 – 2011
- Manager Eden Stars Masters Football Team 2014 -Present
Timeline
Security Supervisor
Wyndham Hotel and Resorts
09.2023 - Current
Security Officer
Chukka Barbados
07.2021 - 09.2023
Security Officer
Hilton Barbados Resort
11.2018 - 07.2021
Security Officer
Alma Parris Memorial Secondary School
04.2010 - 11.2014
Police Constable
Royal Barbados Police Force
01.1997 - 12.1998
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Eden Lodge Primary School
Alleyne Secondary School
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