Jurie Bruwer BPA (Hons), BSc , CSMP®, SAQCC
Branch Operations Manager at Securitas South Africa- Claim this Profile
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Portuguese, English and Afrikaans Professional working proficiency
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Credentials
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M. ISMI
ISMI - International Security Management InstituteFeb, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Fire Service Technician Certificate
South African Qualification and Certification Committee (SAQCC)
Experience
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Securitas South Africa
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South Africa
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Security and Investigations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Branch Operations Manager
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Jul 2022 - Present
Manages allocated Branch Operations to achieve service and profitability objectives through; - implementation of client satisfaction drivers, - acquisition and integration of new business, - Coordination and directing new client transitions, - taking full profit & loss responsibility for the Security Branch operation - promotion of client and employee retention initiatives and the development , coaching and training of field managers and supervisors Manages allocated Branch Operations to achieve service and profitability objectives through; - implementation of client satisfaction drivers, - acquisition and integration of new business, - Coordination and directing new client transitions, - taking full profit & loss responsibility for the Security Branch operation - promotion of client and employee retention initiatives and the development , coaching and training of field managers and supervisors
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Airlift Technologies
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Pakistan
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Consumer Services
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300 - 400 Employee
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Country Security Manager
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Jan 2022 - May 2022
• Country Security Manager for Airlift Technologies in South Africa Jan 2022 to June 2022 o Development and execution of security strategy and programs; identifying, developing, implementing and sustaining enterprise-wide security processes across all sites and businesses in South Africa to reduce risk, manage crises, respond to incidents and limit liability in all areas. o Manage the development, implementation and testing of physical security systems o Manage the contracted Security Service provider at 31 warehouses (Cape Town, Johannesburg and Pretoria) o Maintain the knowledge base of industry security practices, trends and technologies, and develops applications ensuring best practices are consistently applied to maintain employee safety, including personnel and visitors, and to assure Company assets are protected. o Establish and maintain effective relationships with National, Regional and local law enforcement/regulatory agencies that affect company security operations. Show less
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Self-Employed
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Independent Security Consultant
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Apr 2018 - May 2022
Independent Security Consultant for various Companies with regards to Security Operations & Technologies, Client Relationship Management,Security Threat & Risk Assessment, auditing and reporting, Inspection & Maintenance Programs, Crime Prevention and Intelligence Collection, Team Training and Leadership, Access Management, Security Design, Evaluation and Surveying, Protection of Buildings, Perimeter Protection, Crisis Management (Emergency response & Business Continuity, Information Security (ISO 27001), Protection of at-risk Personnel, Health and Safety Management. Latest accomplishment includes the involvement in the development of a new Garment factory in Mossel Bay and included: - Conducting Security survey and providing a security program that is harmony with the culture of the organisation and its mission objectives, - Planning and conducting OHS Risk Assessments as to provide a remedial action plan to ensure that the organisation creates a safe working environment while complying with all the applicable OHS laws and regulations. Show less
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HBD Principe
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Sao Tome and Principe
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Support Manager
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May 2012 - Apr 2018
HBD Tourism Development on Principe Island: Supervised and trained a team of 160 members to enhance operational efficiency of 7 departments and formulated and managed a budget of € 1,950,000.00 for departments on yearly basis. Security and Safety: Initiated, directed, planned, implemented and controlled the security operations, risk management, emergency planning and fire- fighting at resorts, concessions, warehouses, offices, and expat residences. Logistics and other support services: Directed and supervised daily logistical operations (off loading, storage, customs clearance and distribution) for vehicle maintenance, waste management, road and drainage maintenance as well as the planning, procurement, installation, and commissioning of the lighting system and fire station at upgraded Principe airport. Project Management: • Coordinate resources and directed the development of a Light Industrial Zone on Principe Island which included: o Vehicle Maintenance centre o Fuel storage facility (30 000 L) o Warehouses o Plastic recycle facility to make plastic paving bricks o Offices and ablution facilities o Fire extinguisher maintenance and service facility Key Contributions: • Developed, implemented and managed the security, OHS, Emergency and Risk management procedures • Reduced prohibited killing of nesting sea turtles on northern areas of island by executing community involvement, informant network, and security patrol. • Saved cost of company with EURO 50K in extra shipping fees by developing and executing the most effective and efficient arrangements for offloading of material. • Improved operational efficiency of company procedures by governing as well as updating health and safety policies of business. • Regulated department inventories to identify excesses, in-fluctuations, and unusual activities that resulted in redistribution and removal of materials to elevate inventory plan. Reason for leaving: Retrenched as part of company restructuring Show less
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Aveng/E&PC
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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Security Manager/Camp Manager/Site Materials Controller
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Jan 2010 - Apr 2012
Moma Sands Expansion Project - Kenmare: Developed and settled site best practices for camp and offices security functions Developed and managed the Expat Construction camp including the maintenance program, contractors and logistics Steered efforts to develop and support logistics and Site Materials Control. Key Contributions: • Identified and recognised security issues and suggested solutions to resolve issues and particular plans for site specific emergencies and labour unrest. • Extended numbers of beds in the contractor´s camp from 400 to 600 by implementing cost control strategies. • Developed and established accommodation Camp that expanded business projects and increased diversity of contractors. Show less
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Capital Outsourcing Group
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United Kingdom
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Site Support Services: Security, Emergency Response, Logistics, Facility Coordinationy
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Sep 2007 - Sep 2009
Kayelekera Uranium Mine Project – Paladin, Karonga, Malawi Liaising directly with Operations Management in developing and deploying security requirements. Approving policies, procedures, and site/post-specific instructions. Developed, deployed and managed security requirements for the mine perimeter, which contributed to the recovery of 20 000 L of Diesel on a monthly basis and the successful prosecution of criminal elements. Established a heavy vehicle escort plan, including holding areas which minimised the amount of vehicle accidents on the access road to the mine. Established a chemical clean up response responsible for the successful clean- up of sulfuric acid spills on the access roads to the mine and on the mine itself. Successfully managing and overseeing the receiving, inspection, storage, issuing, and documenting of all equipment and materials needed for the new accommodation camp and camp extension, permanent housing, Process Plant, and offices. Show less
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Country Manager
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Sep 2004 - Aug 2007
Developing of Strategic Business Plans and direct and monitor activities to ensure sustained growth, profitability and superior service quality. Identify and initiate strategies to add growth to the business while meeting the objectives set by the annual budget. Direct the product line of Security company towards providing an effective, efficient and profitable service, including the preparation of security service tenders. Security surveying, design and evaluation of perimeters, buildings and installations. Threat and Risk Assessments. Security awareness training. Incident Reporting and Investigation procedures. Development and implementation of Security Policies and Operating Procedures. Formulation and managing of security budgets, including the monitoring of financial performance. Quality control systems (ISO 9001) and client relations. Occupational Safety and Health risk assessments and the development and implementation of Occupational Safety and Health procedures. Show less
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Country Manager
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Mar 1997 - Aug 2004
Area/Regional manager for Gray Security Services in Angola. Established Gray Security Services in Mozambique and manage the expansion to include 1500 security officials, 9 managers, 39 supervisors and more than 100 clients, including most of the Blue Chip Companies in Mozambique. Area/Regional manager for Gray Security Services in Angola. Established Gray Security Services in Mozambique and manage the expansion to include 1500 security officials, 9 managers, 39 supervisors and more than 100 clients, including most of the Blue Chip Companies in Mozambique.
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Lieutenant Colonel
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Jan 1985 - Feb 1997
Served as a Lt Col in Chief of Staff Intelligence and Special Forces Served as a Lt Col in Chief of Staff Intelligence and Special Forces
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Education
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2021 - 2021
NEBOSH
International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, Occupational Health and safety -
2019 - 2020
ISMI
Diploma, Security Management -
Pretoria Technikon
Advanced Security Management Programme -
University of Stellenbosch
Bachelor of Public Administration Honours (BPAHons) -
Stellenbosch University
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Military Science -
1979 - 1981
Richards Bay High School
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