Ted Heathfield's Location
Western Cape, South Africa, South Africa
About Ted Heathfield
A highly committed, performance driven professional, extensively experienced in protective security, risk mitigation, logistics management, & travel support, in extremely remote areas. Having spent over 18 years consulting for multi-national corporations in the Oil & Gas industry, media & film production organizations, ‘A’ list celebrity, UHNW individuals & families travelling to Africa, corporate business leaders, and NGOs in hostile regions. Experience evolves from regular duties in high threat theatres, remote executive protection & supervisory positions including appointments within Government support functions for a number of years. Operating in numerous countries across the globe with most of private sector experience on the African continent, the exposure to such a multitude of environments, cultures and sectors within the industry, has allowed the mature development of a very calm, subtle, but extremely professional and capable EP and security management specialist.
Ted Heathfield Work Experience Details
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PartnerStøne Group Jul 2024 - Present -
Global Operations ManagerStøne Group Nov 2023 - Jul 2024InternationalExcited to be part of the pioneering management team at Støne Group and working alongside industry experts internationally.
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Africa Regional DirectorShield Security Services Ltd May 2021 - Nov 2023InternationalResponsible for group operations, regional business development, client relations, & representing Shield Group focused on the African continent. Setting industry standards in conjunction with training programs for government level clients and international partners, enhancing national security, service provision, and security training solutions throughout the region, whilst aiding the foundations of professional cohesion between the private and national sectors. -
Managing DirectorShield Protective Solutions Co Ltd May 2021 - Jan 2022SudanAppointed Managing Director during company takeover successfully spearheading complete reorganisation of internal staffing of nearly 1000 and the operational structures. Achieved reductions in annual budget whilst significantly enhancing client portfolio and fiscal turnover. Establishing an in house training team and career path for employees that proved critical to minimizing operational staff turnover. Established interdepartmental cohesion and a fit for purpose control centre coupled with total revision of standard operating procedures within the company. Enhanced the profile of the company establishing itself as the premier service provider in its sphere within Sudan which resulted in significant international uptake of service provision.
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International Operations & Marketing ManagerS3Africa Jun 2016 - Feb 2021South AfricaResponsible for focused client management in high threat / remote locations specialising in Sub Saharan Africa. Providing and implementing robust country specific security, operational, responsive co-ordination & logistics plans to government and top tier international clientele including the Fortune 100 companies and Forbes top 10. Client information is therefore understandably confidential. Additionally providing robust oversight and implementation of security provisions, training, design, development and management, of complex programmes focusing on evolving multi-national security tasks within scope of S3africas’ industry best practice services, specifically within the African continent. Pro-active business development & individual client account management, exercising dynamic, effective decision skills necessary to achieve successful company outcomes within resources & budget, ultimately achieving sustained client satisfaction. -
Regional Logistics Manager - Southern HemisphereOmega As Sep 2014 - Jun 2016AfricaEfficiently mobilise and demobilise all personnel & on/offshore equipment’s in conjunction with client.Active liaison with regard to not only logistic matters but act as local “face of the company” in all matters.Conduct personnel and department reviews and processes to be "Best in Class" for clients.Update inventory system at all times to reflect gear shipped out or received with minimum shortcomings.Interim point of contact & onsite representative in case of any on/offshore incident involving the company.Administer local aspects of projects relating to logistics including import/export, storage and transfers.
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Project Coordinator - Africa RegionTechnocean Subsea As Aug 2014 - Sep 2014AfricaEfficiently mobilise and demobilise all personnel & on/offshore equipment’s in conjunction with client.Active liaison with regard to not only logistic matters but act as local “face of the company” in all matters.Conduct personnel and department reviews and processes to be "Best in Class" for clients.Update inventory system at all times to reflect gear shipped out or received with minimum shortcomings.Interim point of contact & onsite representative in case of any on/offshore incident involving the company.Administer local aspects of projects relating to logistics including import/export, storage and transfers. -
Project Onshore Support ManagerReef Subsea Mar 2013 - Jan 2014Liverpool, United KingdomComplete responsibility for project operational permitting also mobilised and demobilised offshore personnel to both on and offshore locations.Key point of contact between project team and client including Marine Control Centre liaison.Made appropriate schedule for project personnel movements within project base areas.Performed duties of Project Onsite Representative promptly in event of an incident.Vessel interim mobilisations, control and track project equipment whilst in project onshore base area.Supervised onshore storage logistic requirements, necessary document and shipping procedure. -
Logistics ManagerTechnip Feb 2012 - Dec 2012West AfricaEmployed as “in country” company representative for large West African project.Organised security travel and comfortable and healthy accommodation for project personnel.Delivered onshore logistic support to the PMT, producing security summaries and daily personnel tracking.Strengthen long-term positive relationships with shipping agents and a variety of other local assets.Ensured offshore personnel rosters and other associated documentation are up to date at all times. Answered queries on workers, logistics and security also supervised local workers and sourcing materials. Reviewed and highlighted any issues on various weekly/monthly reports and at all times demonstrated effective control over health, safety, security and environmental responsibilities. -
Close Protection OperatorGardaworld International Protective Services Apr 2009 - Dec 2011IraqSpearheaded more than 10 armed operators including client and operational planning/deployment. Provided armed protective security up to Team Leader level to client in an on-going extremely hostile environment. Achieved continued support in all aspects of security to client & VIP visitors. Planned and cleared daily routes, analysed threat and utilised effective tools to overcome these threats. Other duties included, fire risk, VIP driving (B6 Armoured) and all aspects of personal/asset close protection.
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Close Protection OperatorControl Risks Jan 2008 - Apr 2009IraqTasked with ongoing armed protection during daily hostile operations of the staff and VIP clientele for the United Kingdom Foreign & Commonwealth Office within Iraq. Responsible for 24/7 safety and incident avoidance whilst achieving daily required operations for the client. All aspects of hostile environmental security, route planning, health and safety, firearms, communications and operational backup were a daily responsibility whilst keeping the minimum profile. Liaising with multi-level / national departments & forces, rotational schedules, fleet management, maintenance & acquisition, driver training & daily supervision and management of local national employees. -
Security Operations ManagerAragorn Risk Jan 2006 - Jan 2008EuropeVarious clients including international royal family members and high end sport and entertainment personalities. Deployed to hostile areas in armed protective roles & photographic surveillance tasks such as Morocco, across North Africa and central Europe, Successful protective operations achieved with minimal disruption to clients, incorporation of standard security practice, providing comprehensive, workable solutions to complete tasks. Responsible for all aspects of client interface regarding security requirements.
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ArmyHm Forces Jun 1996 - Jan 2006WorldwideNCO
Ted Heathfield Skills
Gas
Offshore Drilling
Petroleum
Oil/gas
Maritime
Onshore
Offshore Operations
Oil And Gas
Risk Assessment
Close Protection
Renewable Energy
Procurement
Operations Management
Energy Industry
Project Planning
Oil And Gas Industry
Contract Management
Supervisory Skills
Logistics
Energy
Oil
Offshore Wind
Project Engineering
Security Training
Onshore Operations
Security Management
Security Operations
First Aid
Wind
Field Development
Stcw
Bosiet
Trench
Management
Pipelines
Security
Training
Ted Heathfield Education Details
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Abbey School, Faversham
Frequently Asked Questions about Ted Heathfield
What company does Ted Heathfield work for?
Ted Heathfield works for Støne Group
What is Ted Heathfield's role at the current company?
Ted Heathfield's current role is Partner @ Støne Group.
What schools did Ted Heathfield attend?
Ted Heathfield attended Abbey School, Faversham.
What skills is Ted Heathfield known for?
Ted Heathfield has skills like Gas, Offshore Drilling, Petroleum, Oil/gas, Maritime, Onshore, Offshore Operations, Oil And Gas, Risk Assessment, Close Protection, Renewable Energy, Procurement.
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