Cornelius Coenraad Janse Van Vuuren
Regional Head of Security - Africa at Tsebo / Standard Charter Bank
Dubai, United Arab EmiratesWork Experience
Regional Head of Security - AfricaFull Time
Tsebo / Standard Charter Bank
Jan 2019 - Present -6 yrs, 6 months
United Arab Emirates , Dubai
- Job Details:JOB PURPOSE • To implement a country security management plan and to ensure compliance with Group Security, fire safety and non-IT information security policies. • To also ensure that local regulations on safety and security are adhered to. KEY RESPO NSIBILITIES - Security: • Manage the implementation of Group Security policies and standards. • Protection of all staff, property and assets against any and all risks on 24/7/365 basis. • Provide advice to the Chief Executive Officer, Global business heads and department/branch managers on all aspects of personal and business protection. • Prepare periodic reports and returns for Group Security for submission through the Global Head of Security Tsebo/ Standard Charter . • Manage the implementation of security and safety awareness training programs in the country. • Implement security risk assessment and review programs, ensuring timely identification of threats and the development of cost-effective security counter measures. • Publish, implement and maintain contingency plans for bomb threats, robbery, and other emergency situations that are likely to affect the country or business. • Provide advice to Premises Department on requirements and specifications for building security and safety systems including access control, intruder alarms, fire alarms, close circuit television and contract guards. To provide advice as a Project Team member in the planning of all refurbishments and new premises to ensure policy is implemented regarding security and fire safety, and to be included in the sign off procedure. • Produce annual budget figures for security and fire safety equipment to be included in the country budget. Information Security • Implement Group policies for the protection of sensitive and proprietary information held in hard copy format. • Undertake periodic reviews of individual businesses to ensure that acceptable standards of security are in place for the protection of confidential and other sensitive information held in hard copy format (Information not held on IT) • Carry out electronic counter surveillance sweeps of designated offices and conference rooms when specific sensitive meetings occur. Other Manage branch licensing and license renewals for all branches, offices and EBUs • Investigate minor breaches to protective and information security such as robberies, office theft and vandalism to endeavour to identify the culprit and reveal any security weaknesses. • Ensure security requirements by local authorities are met at all times. • Remain flexible and available to provide security assistance to SCB staff at all times anywhere in the country. KEY RELATIONSHIPS (INTERNAL & EXTERNAL) Internal • Chief Executive • Chief Information Officer • UAE MANCO and Crisis Management Team • Country Heads of Other relevant support functions like branch and department managers External • Police • Government Departments • Security consultants • Counterparts in other financial institutions • Security Companies • Security System Contractors • Government departments for license relating issues CONTRIBUTES TO • A safe environment for Bank staff and customers. • A stable and continuous business environment, free from loss or interruption. • Maintenance of the Group’s good reputation and safeguarding the integrity of information. • The continuity of the business should a major incident impact upon critical operations.
Regional Security Manager IMEAFull Time
- Job Details:• Oversee security operations within the regions of the India, Middle East and Africa. • Establishing, maintaining and implementing security and safety procedures and policies • Aviation Security including the ACAS Africa, Middle East & India and 78 associate countries. • Responsibilities include strategy development, process ownership and improvement, customer solutions and support, lobbying in external official forums as well as industry trade bodies, compliance to legal and company requirements, risk assessment and loss prevention measures, investigations, etc. • Develop and implement sound security strategies for the region • Develop and implement security procedures, processes systems within the region. • Contribute to the development of divisional operational policies and best practice processes. • Review cross-functional procedures and processes with regard to security consequences and recommend changes where necessary. • Design and implement security business plans that comply with business policies and standards. • Develop and assess anything important for securing the logistic operations, in particular high value products. • Manage security investigations, improved damage, and loss reduction plans. • Maintain good relations internally with all countries and externally with local and national police authorities. • TAPA, C-TPAT, experience and implementation, background in all areas. • Recruitment and Performance Appraisal / Management of the staff • Plan and Budget the costs for the security department • Liaison with public safety officials including police • Implements key performance indicators (KPI), tracking tools, scorecards, and reporting methods in cooperation with the regional security director to enhance security team effectiveness and performance. • Consistently maintains the documentation and follows standardized procedures to successfully complete unannounced audits. • Manage Budget, Revenue & Expenses. • Knowledge of CCTV, premise alarm protection systems
Senior Operations ManagerFull Time
FIRST SECURITY GROUP - DUBAI
Jun 2007 - Sep 2008 -1 yr, 3 months
- Job Details:• Assessing risk of company • Catering for corporate security • Handling of 23 different nationalities • Handling of all HR needs for employees • Involved in client risk assessments • Presentations • Costing according to client needs • Assisting in sales • Preparing of contracts • Assume responsibility for the management of all aspects of the Guarding and Operations Department for the company • 4800 Guards from different nationalities • Manage Project Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders, Patrolling Supervisors and Security Guards • Responsible for security at the Metrorail Dubai • Plan, co-ordinates, supervises and instructs area Security training programs for all Security personnel • Daily reports and disciplinary hearings regarding all incidents and Complaints • Inspect new client sites to study the place and number of guards • Deployment of the suitable guards at right places that suit the client requirements Implement strategies to increase efficiency, maintain quality, and ensure continuous improvement • Provide overall leadership and direction to direct reports responsible for daily operations • Reports to the Directors, Managing Director and CEO • Optimize, implement and successfully manage production efficiency and quality standards • Manage the day-to-day activities of the security process to assure that safety and best practices are maximized • Attended to large scale events • Manage the employment and training of production staff • Analyze and implement process flow improvements, to include capabilities for growth Develop and oversee implementation and administration of department policies, systems, and procedures • Develop and update all operations procedure manuals • Manage personnel for work allocation, training, and problem resolution • Work with management team to implement new or revise current procedures • Measure and upgrade standards for all job functions and procedures • Responsible for developing, maintaining and expanding effective relationships with new clients as well as expanding relationships with existing clients • Providing support to the establishment of prospective • Actively manage new client projects • Risk assessments
Asset Protection Senior ManagerFull Time
MASTER DRILLING & DRILLCORP AFRICA
Sep 2006 - Jun 2007 -9 months
- Job Details:• Running the Security department consisting of 9 local offices • Rustenburg- 14 sites • Leandra - 8 sites • Potgietersrus 4 sites • Lonmin - 4 sites • Madikwa - 3 sites • Skeerpoort - 4 sites • Fochville head office and board yard, Finch mine -1 site, Kloof mine -1 site • International sites includes: Zambia, Yemen and Mexico • Assume responsibility for the management of all aspects of the Guarding and • Operations Department for the company - 200 Guards • Manage Project Managers, Site Supervisors, Team Leaders, Patrolling Supervisors and • Security Guards • Plans, co-ordinates, supervise and instruct area Security training programs for all Security personnel • Daily reports and disciplinary hearings regarding all incidents and Complaints • Inspect new client sites to study the place and number of guards • Deployment of the suitable guards at right places that suit the site requirements • Implement strategies to increase efficiency, maintain quality, and ensure continuous improvement • Provide overall leadership and direction to direct reports responsible for daily operations • Reports to the Managing Director and CEO • Optimize, implement and successfully manage production efficiency and quality standards • Manage the day-to-day activities of the security process to assure that safety and best practices are maximized • Manage the employment and training of production staff • Analyze and implement process flow improvements • Develop and oversee implementation and administration of department policies, systems, and procedures • Develop and update all operations procedure manuals • Manage personnel for work allocation, training, and problem resolution • Work with management team to implement new or revise current procedures • Measure and upgrade standards for all job functions and procedures • Responsible for developing, maintaining and expanding effective relationships with the mining management as well as expanding relationships with existing mining clients • Assist HR with CCMA related investigations and serve as prosecutor in departmental cases
Education
Diploma in AVSEC Professional Manager Course
Concordia UniversityJan 2016
AVSEC Professional Manager Course in Professional Manager Course
Concordia UniversityJan 2015 - Jan 2016 - 1 Year
Aviation Security Management in Aviation Security Management
Edward Cowen UniversityJan 2013 - Jan 2014 - 1 Year
Security Grade A in Security Grade A
UNISAJan 2006 - Jan 2006 - 0 Month
Achievements
Master of Ceremonies – Air Cargo Vulnerabilities and Common Threats Aviation Security Summit for the largest and most comprehensive exhibition – Conference for Security, Safety and Fire Protection in the Middle East Technical Advisory Committee Member & Guest Speaker at Aviation Security Conference 2015 organized by Information Exchange Group RNA Safety International – Radiation Protection Officer Trading Course
Languages
English
Advanced
Training & Certifications
Auditor exam
Transported Asset Protection Association·2014National Police Certificate
TECHNICON - RSA·2004