CURRICULUM VITAE

NAME : GERHARDT PIETERS

ID NUMBER / DOB : 731*******-***

NATIONALITY : SA CITIZEN

PSIRA NO. : GRADE B, 2728241

DRIVERS LICENSE : CODE EB (OWN TRANSPORT)

CONTACT NUMBER : 083-***-****

DEPENDANTS : 1 (12 YEARS OLD)

MARITAL STATUS : DIVORCED

HEALTH : EXCELLENT

AVAILABILITY : IMMEDIATE

INTERESTS : COMPUTERS, EXERCISING, MEMBER OF

GUT2GLORY (NON-PROFIT ORGANISATION

AIMING TO RAISE FUNDS FOR DISABLED

ATHLETES TO REPRESENT SA AT THE

PARALYMPICS)

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCIES :

Afrikaans

English

EDUCATION : HIGH SCHOOL VOLKSKOOL POTCHEFSTROOM

Grade 12

Subjects:

English

Afrikaans

History

Geography

Accounting

Business Economics

TERTIARY EDUCATION

Unisa : National Diploma in Policing – 2 years complete of 3 years

Training Institute, Sandton : Professional Business Analyst –2009

Nosa, Centurion : NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational

Safety and Health - Specialist Training - 2010

University of Pretoria : Corporate and Ethics Governance - 2013

Unisa : Anti-Corruption and Commercial Crime Investigation,

2015 - NQF 6 (Passed with Distinctions)

Advocate Gresse (Cape) : Disciplinary Inquires in the work place -2016

:

COURSES COMPLETED

Pretoria : Basic Police Training - 1992

Special Task Force : Class IV Emergency Diver - 1994

Special Task Force : Class IV Emergency Diver Supervisors-1995

Special Task Force : First Aid- 1995

Verdragt : Tactical Policing (Advance SWAT Course) - 1995

Paarl : Detective Couse -1996

Hammanskraal : Vehicle Theft- 1997

Rehdan : Individual & Structure Information Course - 1999

CRC Training : Profiling of Accused, Victims and Offenders – 1999

CRC Training : Profiling of Accused, Victims and Offenders - 1999

CRC Training : Criminal Records -2000

CRC Training : Corruption and Fraud - 2000

CRC Training : Intelligence Gathering- 2001

Paarl : Project Approach to Special Investigation - 2001

Pretoria (FBI Seminar) : Police Corruption, Fraud and Police Misconduct

SUMMARY OF SKILLS :

Problem Solving

Gathering of Evidence

Analyzing of witnesses and evidence

Communication and Interview

Honesty and Ethics

Technical Knowledge of South African Laws

Discretion

Critical Thinking

Research Skills

Pro-active

Excellent Report Writing

Accountability

Excellent and always professional communication skills

Excellent Learner

Multi-tasking

Time Management and Prioritizing

Relationship Building

Ability to Analyze and Classify Risks

Intelligence and Security Breaches

Result-Driven

Complaints Handling and Dispute Resolutions

Excellent Negotiation Skills

Investigation Methods and Techniques

Strong Analytical Skills

Ability to Work Independently

Manage and Lead an Investigation Teams

Understanding of the Theory and Practices of Fraud Prevention

COMPANY : G4S SOUTH AFRICA

PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT : July 2017 – to date

POSITION : Risk and Compliance Investigator

DUTIES : Key responsibilities and accountabilities

Responsible to enforce security strategies and standards, assist in the ensuring of a safe and secure environment by prevention, detection and response strategy to deter/reduce criminal attacks / losses against the physical assets, staff and customers of the company. Conducts frequent on-site evaluations of the security posture at all G4S Cash Solutions (SA) branches, but not limited to Branch and vehicle security. Conducts investigations relating to losses / robberies and fraudulent activity, and coordinates findings and action taken.

Handling of all allocated investigations

Acting as a support structure to the Operational / Internal division

Follow up on litigation (civil and criminal) involving individuals investigated, arrested and or terminated

Ensure compliance to the policies, legislation and regulations identified during investigations

Conducts scheduled and unscheduled security reviews to ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures

Oversee all aspects of security, including but not limited to alarms, access control, CCTV, police liaison, perimeter control, fraud, internal involvement, etc.

Maintain pro-active stance and makes recommendations that enhance the company security posture

Docket Handling, Handling of Intelligence related matters, Asset Recoveries

Health & Safety

Knowledge

Computer skills

Company Policies and procedures

Strong investigative background

Docket investigation and reporting

Security Management

Interviewing

Criminal / civil law

Basic working knowledge of Industrial Relations and Human Resource processes

Skills

Able to work alone or co-operate closely with a team

Ability to audit and to conduct security risk surveys

Able to understand and to implement new technologies within the department

Able to work constructively under stress and pressure

Able to communicate clearly both orally and in writing

Able to train, supervise and motivate subordinates

Strong surveillance and risk analysis

Strong ability in monitoring that people is following regulations and procedures

Great ability in keeping accurate records of reports

Attributes

Honest and reliable

Positive and conscious outlook

Self-disciplined

Quick thinking and steadfast in decision making

Hardworking motivated and committed

Strong surveillance and risk analysis investigation experience

Willingness to travel at short notice

Deep familiarity with a wide range of aspects of law (e.g., business, personal, criminal)

REASON FOR LEAVING : No growth potential as investigator

COMPANY : TRANSCO CONSULTING SERVICES

PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT : DEC 2016 – June 2017

POSITION : Investigator/ Lost Adjuster

DUTIES : Key responsibilities and accountabilities

Specialised and general fraud, theft, corruption and disciplinary investigations

Quantifications of damage and / or loss (quantum)

Fraud risk reviews

Kidnapping, extortion

Planning and execution of forensic investigations and managing multiple investigations at the same time, prioritising each investigation based on the facts

Conduct investigation through fact finding

Draft factual reports containing appropriate findings and recommendations and subsequent follow-up of recommendations made

: Short Term Insurance

Hijacking and theft of motor vehicles

Theft out of motor vehicles

Motor vehicle accidents

Housebreaking

Tracing of 3rd-parties

Obtaining accident reports and witness statements

Photographic evidence

Acknowledgement of debt

All risk / non motor

Suspected fraudulent insurance claims

General claims assessments

Vehicle theft and hi-jacking assessments

Vehicle accident assessments

Motor assessments

Fire damage assessments

Water damage assessments

Subsidence damage assessments

: Corporate Verifications

Due diligence investigations

Pre-employment screening

Supplier vetting

Individual and entity background research

: Technology

Data mining analysis

Data evidence recovery

: Lie Detection Tests

Management and investigative tools

Pre-employment screening

Dispute resolutions

REASON FOR LEAVING : No growth potential

COMPANY : INTERPARK SOUTH AFRICA (PTY) LTD (WC)

PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT : 2015/02 – 2016/11

POSITION : Operational Manager

DUTIES : Key responsibilities and accountabilities

Coordination and Supervision

Human Resources

Best Practices

Equipment Maintenance

Security

Internal investigations, theft, fraud, altering of documents

Risk Analysis

Strategic Input

Ensure all car park administration is completed accurately.

Conduct regular audits.

Respond with action to audits

Headcount management of sites.

Staff management & discipline.

Time and Attendance of staff on site weekly and completion of LP50

Identify & respond to staff training requirements.

Conduct training sessions of employees on all levels

Ensure that staffs attend planned training sessions.

Inventory management

Ensure that all debtor payments are collected.

Ensure open & regular communication with landlords via meetings & regular contact.

Resolve landlord, parkers (clients) and regional office queries & concerns timeously.

Flexible towards the demands of sites, especially with regard to time outside of office hours, shift and seasonal demands.

REASON FOR LEAVING : Relocated to Gauteng

COMPANY : UPHANDO FORENSIC SERVICES (BELLVILLE)

PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT : 2014/02 – 2015/01

POSITION : Forensic Investigator

DUTIES : Key responsibilities and accountabilities

Specialised and general fraud, theft, corruption and disciplinary investigations

Quantifications of damage and / or loss (quantum)

Fraud risk reviews

Kidnapping, extortion

Planning and execution of forensic investigations and managing multiple investigations at the same time, prioritising each investigation based on the facts

Conduct investigation through fact finding

Draft factual reports containing appropriate findings and recommendations and subsequent follow-up of recommendations made

: Short Term Insurance

Hijacking and theft of motor vehicles

Theft out of motor vehicles

Motor vehicle accidents

Housebreaking

Tracing of 3rd-parties

Obtaining accident reports and witness statements

Photographic evidence

Acknowledgement of debt

All risk / non motor

Suspected fraudulent insurance claims

General claims assessments

Vehicle theft and hi-jacking assessments

Vehicle accident assessments

Motor assessments

Fire damage assessments

Water damage assessments

Subsidence damage assessments

: Corporate Verifications

Due diligence investigations

Pre-employment screening

Supplier vetting

Individual and entity background research

: Technology

Data mining analysis

Data evidence recovery

: Lie Detection Tests

Management and investigative tools

Pre-employment screening

Dispute resolutions

REASON FOR LEAVING : Took a position at a company where there was growth potential

COMPANY : STATISTIC SOUTH AFRICA (PRETORIA)

PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT : 2012-06 –2014-01

POSITION : Internal Investigator

DUTIES :

Investigate reported incidents of security breaches and unauthorized disclosure of information

Conduct loss or damage investigation on all assets of Stats SA

Conduct threat and risk assessments on personnel, causes of losses and thefts

Manage and submit investigation of cases

Testify and present evidence at administrative and criminal court proceedings as required

Investigate cases according to PFMA and Treasury Regulations

Submit investigation and monthly reports

Evaluate information pertaining to reported losses, thefts, information leakages, security breaches, occupational health and safety incidents and integrity-related incidents

Collect info on issues in question through open-ended interviews and statements from witnesses, employers, claimants and other witnesses

Extensive travelling (possible overnight stays for extended periods of time), working irregular days and hours

Investigate Corruption and Fraud with diligence and professionalism according to Fraud and Anti-Corruption strategy of Department

Investigate crime in and against organization, transgression of specific codes of conduct and serious staff and contractor misconduct across all business units

REASON FOR LEAVING : Contract position

COMPANY : BELSTOW COMMUNICATIONS MERGE OF

COMPANIES ITAS SERVICES (PTY) LTD

PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT : 2005-04– 2012-05

POSITION : Held various positions. See below

DUTIES : Project Manager / Data Collection Team Leader

: System Administrator/Business Analyst

: Contract Manager

: Electronic Law Enforcement Manager

Minimize risks and handle daily problem situations

Staff recruitment, training and supervision (6-10 members)

Daly training of all staff levels

Compiling of training manual

Evaluate staff performance (performance appraisals)

Customer services

Problem-solving and issue resolution

Assist staff to reach monthly targets

Identify possible risks and formulate strategies to overcome risks

Implement working structures, procedures and systems

Human resources function

Determine possible hazards to health and safety of staff, ensure healthy and safely working environment

Ensure adherence to requirements of Occupational Health and Safety Act

Ensure quality compliance within team

Deliver on monthly cash collected target

Ensure daily smooth running of Traffic Management System (implementation, configuration, coordination, control, maintenance, troubleshooting, security, usage monitoring)

Develop specialised system procedures

Develop and compiling training manuals as required by clients

Training of employees on an ongoing basis

Writing change requests for maintenance projects and support

Staff training on Traffic Management Back Office

Prepare and initiate documents

In-depth investigation and data-gathering to understand systems and new requirements

Test and verify requirements of systems

Implement working structures and systems

Apply facts, estimates and intelligence data derived from numerous sources to related intelligence projects/assignments

Provide solutions to defined range of unpredictable problems, analysing and evaluating information

Build and maintain business relationships

Provided training, support and mentoring to staff

Set-up entire contract as service supplier to Mossel Bay Municipality

Responsible for operation, management and installation of electronic traffic cameras, including telecommunications and network with e-NaTIS and Tasima (Pretoria)

Develop and compiling training manuals as required by clients

Train of employees on an ongoing basis

Electronic data-processing for Mohokare Municipality (Smithfield) contract

Responsible for telecommunication installation and operation of electronic traffic law enforcement system, communicating with e-NaTIS database (Pretoria)

Minimise risks and handle problem situations

Staff recruitment, training and development

Develop and implement effective systems to streamline administrative operations within organisation (MS Excel spreadsheets, templates and systems), reducing number of mistakes

Develop and compiling training manuals as required by clients

Train of employees on an ongoing basis

Carry out day-to-day activities utilising best practise systems and processes

Customer negotiations on add-on services and extension of contracts

Meeting with major decision makers to introduce services

Risk Assessments and -profiling

Incident management (investigation and documentation)

Facilitate internal self-audits

REASON FOR LEAVING :System was sold due to the new RTO system that was

Implemented

COMPANY : SOUTH AFRICA POLICE SERVICES, VARIOUS

INVESTIGATION UNITS 1992-1998

PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT : 1998-01 – 2005-03

Covert Anti-Corruption Unit Gauteng

POSITION : Detective / Investigator

DUTIES :

Practical experience in all aspects of crime investigations and surveillance disciplines:

Pre- and post-investigative and Court procedures

Procedures during investigations

Manage security breaches

Investigations into fraud, corruption, theft, conduct or non-compliance allegation

Detecting and prosecuting or recommending for prosecution white collar crimes/frauds

Gather information from departments regarding suspected corruption and fraud cases

Compile detailed reports on corruption and fraud cases

Submit and discuss corruption and fraud cases with police officials

Lead and manage fraud investigations (Fraud Analysing)

Consulting bank officials when charge cards reported lost or stolen

Prepare reports of corruption and fraud cases and submit to security department / company officials

Investigate and analyse possible cases of corruption and fraud

Assemble evidence and recommendation steps to Unit Head for discussion with Legal Services.

Assist Unit Commanders with questions about cases analysing of it

Interview and obtain statements from claimants, witnesses, suspects and other individuals (recordkeeping thereof)

Prepare concise reports suitable for submission to government agencies, courts and insurance carriers

Assisting Banks with internal fraud issues(part-time)

Research and resolve in- and external customer fraud inquiries

Testify in Court on behalf of Bank in fraud-related matters

Risk assessments and –profiling

Provide factual evidence in disciplinary process, criminal and/or civil courts

Secure documentation to support criminal/civil case in Court

Assist Prosecutor in preparing charges levied against corrupt officers and their prosecution

Responsible for file administration

REASON FOR LEAVING : Unit closed down

REFERENCES

Employer SAPS

Contact Person Colonel Eddie Sevenster

Position Provincial Commander: Covert Anti-Corruption Unit

Contact Details 071-****-***

Contact Person W/O AndriesSnyman

Position Unit Commander: Syndicate Vehicle Theft Unit Southern Cape

Contact Details 082-****-***

Employer Belstow Technologies (Pty) Ltd

Contact Person Geoff O’Connell

Position Director

Contact Details 083-***-****

Employer Statistic South Africa

Contact Person C Marshall

Position Manager: Security Management

Contact Details 082-****-***

Employer Interpark South Africa (Pty) Ltd

Contact Person R Theron

Position Portfolio Manger

Contact Details 082-***-****

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