I am please to announce the start of a new chapter. I am now starting a new position as a Maritime Security Consultant, specialising in CVSSA training, on board criminal/HR investigations and ISPS inspections.

Oversee all investigations generated across the fleet at present this comprises 13 cruise shipsInstigate all on board training for Security Officer and Ships Security OfficersLiaise with Law Enforcement in relation to Policing and Security MattersCarry out ISPS internal security audits across the fleetConduct investigations aboard MSC VesselsResponsible for gathering and dissemination of intelligence across the whole business areaQualified Company Security Officer and Port Facilities Security OfficerDeputise for CSO/DCSO

Mediterranean Shipping Company Stockley Park Uxbridge PresentDeputy Company Security Officer Supervises all security operations, port assessments and investigations across the fleet.Performs ISPS audits and KPI inspections.Provides global risk assessments to Executive Management.Ensures submission of Security Assessments and Ship Security Plans for approval and implementation. Ensures security compliance across the fleet.Member of the Emergency Group Ashore.Leads the shipboard training for the Security Team and other stakeholders.Liaises with Port Authorities, Law Enforcement and relevant Governmental Departments.Evaluates effectiveness of security operations within cruise terminals.Monitors effective co-operation between the SSO and the relevant Port Facility Security Officers.Prepare transit plans and mitigation measures for high risk sea areas. Attends International Maritime Meetings.Deputises for the Company Security Officer

Ships Security Officer (First Officer Rank) Direct and handle all aspects of security in relation to 4000 guests and 1500 crew. Render expertise in spearheading eleven Security Guards and supporting them in resolving their issues. Successfully oversee all training on-board which include general security, STCW and child protection. Conduct investigation of all the crime and injuries aboard the ship in a highly professional manner.  Facilitate Company Security Officer through delivering Ports Security Assessments. Fully Conversant with ISPS CodeConduct Ships Security Assessments and Plans ready for internal and external audit

Functioned as a Civilian Investigator within the Movement of the Deceased strand in relation to re investigation of the Hillsborough Disaster. Actively involved in conducting ABE interviews of suspects and witnesses under the Tier 3 system. Skilfully penned summaries for the HM Coroners Team to be used in the inquest.

Overt Investigations North West Counter Terrorism Unit. SC Security Vetted. Oct 2007Detective Constable Staffordshire Police Jan 2007 Field Intelligence Officer Historical Enquires Team PSNI Jan 2006 Staffordshire Police Headquarters Nov 2004 Serious and Organised Crime Unit  Coalition Provisional Authority for Iraq (Seconded) Nov 2003 Staffordshire Police Headquarters Jan 2000 Major Crime UnitCAREER NOTEShips Security Officer 2014North West Counter Terrorism Unit 2007 - 2013CID Supervision 1998Detective Training Development 1990-96 Staffordshire Police Service 1987 - 2007Royal Air Force 1981-1987SPECIALIST TRAINING COURSES1991: National Interview Development Course, 1996: National Advanced Interview Development Course.1996: National Detective Course, 1998: National Joint Investigation Child Protection1999: Balkans Deployment Course2001: National Criminal Surveillance Course (Level One)2002: International Rapid Reaction Deployment Course2003: National Advanced Motor Cyclist Course2003: Advanced Motor Car2003: Middle East Deployment Course2004: International Train the Trainers Course (JIPTC)2008: Stage 1, 2 and 3 Counter Terrorism Courses2014: STCW Training2014: Train the Trainer Course2014: Firearms Orientation and X-Ray Interpretation2015: Ships Security Officer Course2015: Surviving an Active Shooter Encountee2015: Behavioral Detection and Analysis2015: Crisis Management and Human Behavior2015: Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Training Course2016: Crisis Negotiation Concepts Course,2016: OC Spray Utilisation and Handcuffing Techniques2016: Itemiser DX Instructor Training Course2016: Wicklander – Zulawski Interview and Interrogation Course.2016: Company Security Officer Course (Maritime)