Name: RUSSELL GORDONAddress: Glenside Farm, Plean, Stirling FK7 8APTelephone: 07583687291Email: russellgordon@sky.com

PROFILE

An expert within the fields of operations, operational risk, security manned guarding contracts, security and people management, I am comfortable in a middle or senior managerial position. I have wide-ranging expertise and high-level training within the areas of operations/security management, staff management and deployment, contract management and project management complemented by a wealth of commercial and business acumen.

Acknowledged as a highly focused and committed senior level professional, I am quick to forge strong working relationships at all levels, both with external organisations and with internal personnel. In turn, I motivate and inspire teams and clients towards the successful execution of business goals.

With a proven record of accomplishments, training and qualifications, I am seeking to develope my managerial position where my extensive expertise will enable me to deliver outcomes that add value, strategic direction and stability to any business.

KEY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERTISE

Leadership – A strong leader who can manage day to day operations as well as complex projects that increase the portfolio of any organization.

Technical – Highly proficient within the field of contract management and physical securities, with sound, reliable technical abilities.

Strategic Thinking – Excellent planning and strategic thinking abilities, adding considerable value as an astute planner and leader of complex change within my fields of expertise.

Results Orientated – Working with a sense of urgency, and taking pride in the achievement of the right results. Working proactively with an open, creative approach to challenges.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Regional Security Operations manager for Manchester and Leeds

Contacted by VSG to manage a major contract mobilization for Manchester and Leeds and London

Management Development Programme for Director (VSG)

Key Security Delegate reporting to ACPOS

Silver Operations Commander for Critical Incident management and Disaster Recovery

Business Continuity Specialist for Maximum Security Organisations

Promotion to Head of Security at HMP Addiewell (third in charge of the entire prison)

Operational Risk Manager for entire Scottish Prison Service (2000) 19 establishments]

ILM Strategic Leadership Development Programme (2006) Scottish Prison Service College]

Butler Trust Award, Buckingham Palace [1997]

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

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VSG Vision Security Group - May 2015 – Present (5 months) Regional Manager - Manchester/Leeds/Liverpool

Brief synopsis of responsibilities:1. Geographical area of responsibility for Manchester, Leeds and Liverpool Regions for Jones Lang LaSalle.2. Apply Company Security Policy/Strategy Implementation over all sites in Region.3. To Provide advice and support to clients and managers on all security related matters including:Physical Security, Technical Security, Key Holding, Mobile Patrols, Operational Security, Administrative Security4. Design and Implement a security action plans for all sites to fulfil the company’s main security objectives.5. Implement Security Audits & Risk Assessments and follow up reviews on all client premises in accordance with legal standards ensuring compliance by all individuals.6. Conduct thorough investigations making recommendations where necessary to prevent any reoccurrence and improve security.7. Analyses and interrogate company systems to identify trends and patterns of loss within my areas of responsibility.8. Ensure best practice and compliance are adhered to. 9. Review and act on all security escalations within areas of responsibility within a timely manner.10.Customer Liaison and visit external customers on security related issues proactively building solid relationship foundations, (particularly major accounts) in a proactive manner to ensure effective security is maintained.

VSG Vision Security Group – January to May 2015 National Mobilisation Manager - Manchester, Leeds, London

Brief synopsis of responsibilities:1. Supporting the Head of Mobilisation in the delivery of a safe and contact compliant operation. 2. Provide technical security advice and support for the site specific risks.3. To review and understand the contractual and company obligations for service delivery. 4. To support the development of the mobilisation plan.5. To Co-ordinate all specialist and oversee, update and own the day to day management arrangements for this activity, including access to records, site including security vetting, PPE maintenance etc.6. Prepare and manage contract and site specific risk register during mobilisation phase7. Prepare and record safe systems of work for all activity in line with Safe Systems of Work and Contractual Compliances8. Oversee and support as required due diligence and mobilisation projects, capturing salient points for escalation where there are gaps and - identification of process to be documented in the contract operations guide. 9. Confirm staffing levels based on scope and due diligence findings, make recommendations where changes may be required.10. In collaboration with the Contract lead prepare statutory, mandatory and non statutory training plan for all contract staff11. Prepare regular internal status reports identifying current and potential risk and opportunities 12. Ensuring staff are correctly Authorised and Competent.13. Manage TUPE Process

2007 – Present, Head of Operations & Security, Sodexo Justice Services HMP Addiewell

Brief synopsis of responsibilities: Management of contract with SPS Management of contract performance measures Management of technical and physical security infrastructure Management of site operations Management of law enforcement partners Management of security agency related partners CCTV management (operations & infrastructure) Implementing risk management processes Business continuity planning (design, training & implementation) Security auditing Contingency planning (design, training & implementation) Criminal / discipline investigations Critical incident management and training Staff deployment and management of financial resources Coordination of a team of middle managers Management of health and safety

1986 – 2007, Operational Risk Manager, Scottish Prison Services

Brief synopsis of responsibilities: Maintained operational stability of 19 establishments Managed 19 senior managers operational competence. Management of physical security development Management of national intelligence function Management of technical covert operations unit and equipment

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Management of technical security infrastructure Development of operational risk policy Management of financial and human resources policies, procedures and training strategies Business Continuity Planning (design, training implementation) Devise and implemented health and safety and fire policy management Manage organisations use of force policy Deployment management Project management and business planning

Previous career1977 – 1981, Apprentice Engineer, Springburn Technical College

EDUCATION, TRAINING & AWARDS

Butler Trust Award, [1997] – awarded by Princess Anne at Buckingham Palace in recognition of outstanding development work and performance

OTHER SKILLS & TRAINING

2010 Business Continuity Development Programme, [Sodexo Business Management Centre]

2006 ILM Strategic Leadership Development Programme, [Scottish Prison Service College]

2003 Crew Resource Management Adviser, [Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University], Florida, USA)

2000 SVQ Level III - Training and Development, [Scottish Prison Service College]

1996 SCOTVEC Customer Care Level III, [Scottish Prison Service College]

1995 Senior Commander’s Licence (Metropolitan Police)

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