DAVID W MILLIGAN

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Email: ac2rks@r.postjobfree.com Whitley Bay, Tyne & Wear NE26 3LU

Mob: +44-796*-******

Linkedin Profile: linkedin.com/in/david-milligan0a169431 PROFILE:

An internationally highly experienced professional and self-motivated Security Management Specialist with 6 years of commercial security experience gained working in extremely high risk and arduous locations, covering both Overt and Covert Security. With long term military experience in the British Army, I am flexible and can adapt to any task worldwide, I have excellent communication skills with a pragmatic and adaptable approach to problem solving; recently working in strict adverse conditions in a multi-ethnic environment individually as well as part of a team specialising in both Operational Management, Ground Security and Aviation. Due to the proficiency of my skills and experience, I am happy to travel and/or relocate.

KEY SKILLS:

Executive Leadership Strategic Planning

Security Management Operational Security Management Fuel Management Emergency Management Team Building & Instructor Client & Public Relations Training & Small Arms Instructor Conflict Resolution Operational Design Safety Protocols Auditing & Quality Control

Reports & Investigations Ability to work with Multi Ethnic Workforce CAREER HISTORY:

SWISSPORT Newcastle International Airport 2017 - present NEAR EAST SECURITY SERVICES Alnajaf Alashraf International Airport, Iraq 2013 -2016 SABRE INTERNATIONAL Alnajaf Alashraf International Airport, Iraq 2011 - 2013 HM FORCES Intelligence Corps 2003 - 2011

HM FORCES Scots Guards (1SG) 1981 - 2003

QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING:

- Aviation Security Manager - Weapon and Tactics Instructor

- NEBOSH International General Certificate - Nuclear, Biological & Chemical Instructor

- ECDL - Off Road / Tracked Driving Qualification & Skills

- NVQ Management Budget for Further Training - Defensive / Offensive Driver Trained

- Transport Managers Course - Jungle Warfare Instructor (Brunei/Belize)

- Road Safety Advisor - Military Command Courses at various levels

- First Aid Instructor - SIA Licence

SWISSPORT GB Limited

Dispatch Agent – Newcastle International Airport, Northumberland UK Responsible for co-ordinating aircraft arrival and departure. Management of loading of cargo

Responsible for calculating fuel requirements

Authorising take-off and ensuring planes are on schedule. Liaising and dealing with difficult passengers.

NEAR EAST SECURITY SERVICES (NESS)

Project Manager - Alnajaf Alashraf (Najaf) International Airport, Iraq Responsible and oversaw all of Najaf International Airport Security Operations including planning assistance, supervision, monitoring and evaluation.

Involved in contract negotiations, bid planning and tender. Liaison and met with key Iraqi Government, Security Services and Senior Military officials on a daily basis. DAVID W MILLIGAN

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Responsible for all Najaf International Airport security plans including: client security, emergency evacuation, emergency response, mass casualty evacuation and identifying security risks. Recommended security features for incorporation in plans for the modification of existing airport facilities and new construction projects.

Closely monitored quality control in operations ensuring that the service provided is within the scope of work for both Aviation and Static Security Teams.

Responsible for all discipline and performance standards, implementation of training policies in-line with International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Standards of 400+ personnel. Provide operational support to Airline Station Managers. Key Achievements

Oversaw overall security during ongoing extensive airport expansion including a second terminal and runway. Implemented cost reduction plans.

Planned and co-ordinated many Head of State and Ministerial visits. Successful transition of security to local national security services. NEAR EAST SECURITY SERVICES (NESS)

Lead Operations Manager – Alnajaf Alashraf (Najaf) International Airport, Iraq Responsible and oversaw the entirety of NESS operations at Najaf International Airport. Formulation of airport operational security plans, including: aircraft, passenger, clients’ security, emergency evacuation, emergency response, mass casualty evacuation. Iraqi Government and Military officials engagement on a daily basis. Provide guidance and operational support to all Airline Station Managers. Responsible for daily operations of Ground Security, Explosive Detection Dog Team, Quick Reaction Force and Watch keepers.

Implement Security Plan(s), security bridging documents and security procedures to ensure that all security aspects/requirements within the area of activity are properly identified, assessed and implemented in accordance with security assessments and identified security risks. Knowledge and understanding of national laws and regulations dealing with acts of unlawful interference affecting civil aviation and its facilities.

Manage and co-ordinate all Communications and Operations Room requirements, ensuring that employees work within the company and governmental guidelines and parameters. Deputised for Project Manager.

Key Achievements

Only Middle East International airport with a 100% non-terrorist attack in 5 years. Planned and conduct airport security operations for the biggest religious festivals out with Mecca. Mobilised 400+ local, national and foreign staff.

SABRE INTERNATIONAL SECURITY

Logistics and Health & Safety Manager and Quartermaster – Alnajaf Alsashraf (Najaf) International Airport, Iraq Logistics Manager for a project of 306 personnel. Responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of all logistical matters. Control of logistical support and a monthly budget of $500,000 (USD). This deployment also included the mobilisation of all assets into country on project Stand-Up. Closely monitored quality control of all operational logistics quality control and associated documentation. Implement a robust Security Risk Assessment system and to monitor the security situation in area of operation on a continuous basis.

Responsible for all aspects of Health & Safety.

Responsible for all accommodation of all Sabre personnel. BRITISH ARMY

RQMS (Logistics Manager) – Intelligence Corp

Planned and facilitated numerous overseas movements of personnel and classified sensitive equipment and resources to DAVID W MILLIGAN

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the value of £3 million+ in order to meet operational requirements; with a very high degree of flexibility and often limited resources with tight deadlines.

Operations manager for fast moving Intelligence driven operations. Responsible for Planning and execution of operations. Responsible for all aspects of Health and Safety.

Planned, implemented and presented all Health and Safety aspects including environmental and fire. Managed, facilitated and presented all Security, Health and Safety training. Responsible for all aspects of Operational and Logistical Support. Moved both large and small specialised teams and equipment from all over the UK to worldwide theatres of Operation.

Administered all aspects of their stay in operational theatres, logistics, welfare, catering, equipment husbandry and real estate.

Focal point for advice and practical assistance on all supply chain management and logistical operational requirements.

Provide advice and trouble-shooting expertise for all stores and equipment including stores accounting systems. Responsible for the appraisals of all junior employees. Key Achievements

Relocated MI HQ from Kabul to Kandahar in Afghanistan (250 personnel) with minimal operational loss. Planning and Implementation of a Health & Safety Plan. Training and Development resulting in a 10% reduction in health issues and 15% reduction in fires and accidents whilst in a fast moving operational environment.

Co-ordinating and achieving a high standard in annual external audit inspections. TRANSPORT MANAGER, LONDON DISTRICT

Transport Manager responsible for 114 military and civilian vehicles. Theory training and licence acquisition. Battalion advisor on road safety and transport matters, collating, dealing with Road Traffic Accident case files and liaising with insurance companies. Organisation/implementation of transport/hire fleet on a daily basis. Planned and implemented daily running of the fleet. Oversaw all aspects of licence acquisition throughout the organisation. Ran Fuel & lubricants accounts for all fleet vehicles. Advised senior management on road safety and traffic accident procedures. Organised any further driver training required through outside agencies. Responsible for all drivers hours and co-ordination of fleet maintenance. Managed careers and welfare for 54 employees.

Trooping the Colour 6 times.

Key Achievements

Transporting 3,000 personnel from all over the country to Windsor for a Presentation of new colours by Her Majesty the Queen.

Responsible for the taking-over, administration and handing-over of all the fire engines during the National Fire Strike.

Moved 600 personnel and equipment to and from Kenya with minimal operational loss. LOGISTICS MANAGER, 1st Battalion Scots Guards

LOGISTICS MANAGER, Training Centre Catterick

MIDDLE MANAGER, 1SG

INSTRUCTOR TRAINING ESTABLISHMENTS

(Guards Depot, Foot Guards & Parachute Regiment Centre) TEAM MEMBER 1SG

LEISURE PERSUITS & HOBBIES: Walking. Golf, Cycling, Gardening, Football, Reading, Crosswords/Puzzles/Quiz References: Available upon request David William McKnight Milligan, 06/06/2017

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