Thenushan Karunaharan
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Work Experience
Security and Life safety team
Paragon Security - Toronto, ON
September 2020 to Present
• Monitor overall activity on the site to ensure a safe and secure environment
• Maintain strict compliance with the law and company policies concerning apprehensions, search and seizure, and preservation of evidence
• Initiate investigations of security-related incidents
• Operate in a professional, business-centered environment where customer service, confidentiality, and integrity are held to a high standard
• Assist EMS or other officials during emergency situations
• Perform other related duties and special project functions as assigned
• Ensure the overall safety and protection of people, property, and equipment in retail store Tactical Security Specialist (Respite Shelter)
ASP Inc - Toronto, ON
February 2020 to July 2020
• Access control and CCTV monitoring
• Patrolling Commercial site, and traffic control and/or directing foot traffic
• Internal and external foot patrols
• Conduct lock ups and open ups
• Communicate with on site tenants via telephone or email (if needed)
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks as directed by the site supervisor or dispatch
• Communicate with Police, emergency services or fire department when needed
• Meticulous memo book writing/report writing/incident reports Operations Supervisor
Scarborough Logistics Centre (Hudson’s Bay)
February 2015 to July 2020
• Develops collaborative relationships with team members, providing the leadership necessary to achieve warehouse operation objectives.
• Using a hands-on structured approach is responsible for team member training and cross-training including orientation, use of equipment, health and safety, WMS and customer service.
• Manages challenges on the warehouse floor through observations and those raised by team members.
• Conducts daily shift briefings to ensure effective communication of relevant information to team members.
• Reinforces and recognizes positive team member performance by providing timely, specific feedback.
• Addresses concerns with team member performance applying HBC Logistics progressive coaching policy and partnering with operations management and human resources.
• Partners with operations leadership to effectively manage team member conflict. Loss Prevention Officer
Loss Prevention Services Limited
October 2018 to September 2019
• Work in a public setting and enforce property rules and regulations in order to maintain the security and safety of our clients and their assets
• Assist members of the public, guests, and visitors to the location.
• Perform removals for trespassing of persons that are not following the property rules
• Perform citizen's arrests for persons for failing to comply with lawful orders to leave the property as required by the site protocols
• Document all incidents and occurrences in detailed forms and reports •
• Complete walking patrols and inspections of facilities and equipment •
• Monitor CCTV and card access systems. Save logs and video clips for specific events and incidents Respond to all emergency situations (fire, flood, medical, etc) and ensure that safety and emergency protocols are completed in response to Fire Alarms and other Site Emergencies
• Review, know and follow post orders as identified for site representing • Maintain a safe working environment and follow the facilities health and safety procedures
• Duties as otherwise assigned
Retail Crime Investigator
Delta Security and Safety Services
February 2017 to August 2018
• Detect shoplifters using a combination of CCTV surveillance, and plain-clothes loss prevention.
• Provide general security for clients as required; enforce site-specific health and safety policies.
• Apprehend customers involved in theft or fraudulent activities that could result in a loss to client assets. Ensure arrest and detainment procedures are followed.
• Floor walking and identifying vulnerable areas to security merchandise. Education
DCS / DEC in community and justice services
Centennial College
2015 to 2017
Secondary School
Cedarbrae Collegiate Institute - Toronto, ON
2010 to 2014
Diploma
Ontario Secondary
Skills
• Security System Experience
• Security
• Surveillance
• CCTV
• Computer Operation
Certifications and Licenses
LEGAL AUTHORITIES AND USE OF FORCE THEORY
March 2020 to Present
ASP SECURITY INC.
TACTICAL BATON PROGRAM
March 2020 to March 2021
ASP SECURITY INC
BASIC DEFENSIVE TACTICS AND HANDCUFING
March 2020 to March 2021
ASP SECURITY INC.
Additional Information
* solid working knowledge of the Criminal Code of Canada, the Trespass to Property Act and National Use of Force Model
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Excellent record keeping, report writing and observation skills
* Dedicated and reliable employee
* Investigative and analytical skills and decisiveness to make sound decisions during emergency situations.
* Prior retail apprehension and handcuffing experience
* Ability to show good judgment, common sense and decision-making ability
* Physically able to make active arrests
* Ability to operate security equipment/systems, camera recording systems, computers and radios
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs