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Bernard Deguara

Bernard Deguara

Security officer
Naxxar

Summary

Security-focused and diligent guard skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments, including criminal acts and fire and medical emergencies remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail. Competent Security Officer with [Number] years of experience in [Type] scene. Able to remain on high alert at all times and maintain excellent coverage of densely populated events. Quick and agile individual with strong critical thinking capabilities. Dedicated Security Officer with [Number] years [Area of expertise] experience. Well-versed in providing personal, equipment and property security in transportation facilities, warehouses and distribution centres. Astute and skilled at identifying potential risks and using common sense in high-stress situations. Reliable [Job Title] experienced in screening individuals, monitoring access points and proactively identifying problematic behaviours. Attentive and observant, with willingness to step into range of conflicts. Works great with local law enforcement to tackle serious security issues. Safety-conscious security team member with excellent communication skills and eye for detail. Physically dexterous monitors premises using advanced security cameras. Successful at professionally handling and resolving conflicts. Careful security professional with physical and verbal abilities to manage incidents and restore order. Focused on prevention first and control second, with care for health, safety and wellbeing of personnel. Trained in remote and direct monitoring techniques.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

Security Officer @Golden Care Home For The Elderly

Self Employed
Naxxar, Naxxar Malta
01.2022 - Current
  • Strategically planned routes to meet learners' abilities and requirements.
  • Offered comprehensive training on road and vehicle safety to meet Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) training requirements.
  • Oversaw operation of dual control, automatic transmission and manual transmission vehicles with strict attention to safety.
  • Assessed learners' driving knowledge and ability and adapted lessons accordingly.
  • Quickly established rapport and developed trusted professional relationships with students.
  • Managed complex schedule of driving lesson appointments and practical skills tests.
  • Updated student records, accurately detailing attendance and test scores.
  • Promoted student skill development, offering theory and practical driving exercises to reinforce concepts.
  • Built bespoke, strategic lesson plans, tailored to individual student ability and development.
  • Informed students of clear traffic rules and road safety to promote safe and compliant driving.
  • Supported student drivers in hands-on road training, with real-time guidance to foster safety and confidence.
  • Warned offenders about rule infractions and violations, evicting violators from premises.
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies and handled shoplifters for retail clients.
  • Oversaw control room and gatehouse systems.
  • Operated detecting devices to screen individuals, preventing prohibited articles within restricted areas.
  • Secured doors and gates across office buildings and grounds, maintaining optimal security standards.
  • Provided detailed reports of infractions and criminal acts to law enforcement for trial or hearing procedures.
  • Checked bags and identification with keen eye for detail.

Driving Instructor

Self employed
Naxxar, Malta
01.2021 - 06.2024
  • Strategically planned routes to meet learners' abilities and requirements.
  • Offered comprehensive training on road and vehicle safety to meet Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) training requirements.
  • Oversaw operation of dual control, automatic transmission and manual transmission vehicles with strict attention to safety.
  • Assessed learners' driving knowledge and ability and adapted lessons accordingly.
  • Quickly established rapport and developed trusted professional relationships with students.
  • Promoted student skill development, offering theory and practical driving exercises to reinforce concepts.

Catering Manager

Self Employed
Qawra, Bugibba
04.2017 - 04.2020
  • Hired and managed catering staff to perform best practices and quality standards.
  • Monitored external catering concessions and vendors for compliance with health, safety and licensing protocols.
  • Hired and trained both permanent and temporary staff members.
  • Cooperated with stakeholders to deliver catering solutions appropriate for events and programmes.
  • Customised appetisers, main courses and desserts for small and large events.
  • Estimated food consumption for appropriate ordering from vendors and to avoid waste.
  • Designed catering packages to increase sales and customer experience.
  • Supervised food preparation for events, assessing for quality, proper plating and portioning.
  • Sought out and implemented methods to improve service and team performance, boosting business sustainability with continuous enhancements.

Taxi Driver

Self employed
Naxxar, Malta
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Checked oil and tyre pressure to support reliable vehicle function.
  • Upheld high service standards to build customer loyalty.
  • Booked rides using mobile service applications.
  • Determined and collected fares according to meters.
  • Kept vehicles spotlessly clean and tidy for maximum customer comfort.
  • Cared for customer safety by dropping off at secure locations.
  • Calculated ride costs accurately, receiving cash payments and returning correct change.
  • Utilised GPS navigation systems to optimise route planning.
  • Applied local road knowledge to identify best routes and avoid traffic.
  • Completed safe journeys by applying defensive driving techniques and complying with Highway Code.
  • Transported multiple passengers per shift efficiently and safely.
  • Arrived on time to customer appointments, maximising service efficiency.
  • Kept strict schedules to efficiently serve regular clients.

Education

GCSEs - General

Naxxar Secondary
Naxxar

Skills

Highway Code expertise

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Timeline

Security Officer @Golden Care Home For The Elderly

Self Employed
01.2022 - Current

Driving Instructor

Self employed
01.2021 - 06.2024

Catering Manager

Self Employed
04.2017 - 04.2020

Taxi Driver

Self employed
01.2015 - 01.2018

GCSEs - General

Naxxar Secondary
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