Abdi Hurre
******@*******.*** Mob: 1-587-***-**** Edmonton, AB
WORK EXPERIENCE
Backwoods Energy Services Mar.
**** – Present
Security Edmonton,
Alberta
Provided diligent security services to protect personnel, property, and assets at Backwoods Energy Services facilities.
Conducted regular security patrols and inspections to ensure a safe and secure environment.
Monitored surveillance equipment and alarms, promptly responding to any security breaches or incidents.
Collaborated with the security team to develop and implement effective security protocols and emergency response procedures.
Assisted in access control, verifying the identity of individuals and maintaining proper records.
Communicated effectively with employees, contractors, and visitors to address security concerns and enforce company policies.
Participated in training programs to stay up-to-date with security best practices and industry standards.
Language Empire Feb.
2017 – Jan. 2019
Interpreter
Rochdale, UK
Served as a dedicated multilingual interpreter for Language Empire, facilitating seamless communication in diverse and dynamic environments.
Utilized linguistic proficiency in five languages, including Fluent English, Arabic, Somali and Intermediate French to bridge language barriers and support effective communication between clients, customers, and staff.
Provided real-time consecutive and simultaneous interpretation during meetings, conferences, and training sessions, ensuring clarity and cultural sensitivity.
Collaborated with colleagues to translate written documents, manuals, and reports, contributing to effective multilingual communication.
Played a key role in enhancing cross-cultural understanding and fostering positive relationships with international clients.
Managed confidential and sensitive information with the utmost professionalism and discretion.
London Borough of Barnet Somali Youth Association
Mar. 2008 – Present
Senior Advisor/Mentor
London, UK
Providing information about community services and resources available for young people from Somali community
Planning and organising activities including sports, arts and crafts and attend meetings and training sessions
Assist in developing policy affecting young people Somali community such as attending Council meetings
Acting as an advocate e.g. attending appointments with clients who do not speak English
Interviewing young people to discuss and identify problems
Providing support and advice to young people experiencing difficulties, such as family problems, unemployment, illness, drug abuse and homelessness
Arrange for the referral of clients to appropriate services such as DWP or Social Services
Working closely with teachers, social workers, health workers and parents to improve the lives of my clients
First Class Telecommunications Ltd Sep.
2014 – Dec. 2017
Manager London,
UK
Conducted sales and marketing calls to book meetings with potential clients.
Sent follow-up marketing materials and made follow-up monthly calls until relationship is established.
Called and personally visited potential, new and existing customers to facilitate new business.
Performed client presentations about Business to Business Direct Dealing and new business contracts
Pegasus Group Apr. 2007 –
Aug. 2014
Front Desk Supervisor
London, UK
Greeted visitors and telephone callers to find out the nature of their enquiry
Operated telephone switchboard and internet in order to connect, hold, and transfer telephone calls
Provided information to assist visitors or refer them to appropriate departments, either in the Home Office or other government departments
Checked appointments for callers and members of staff and kept records of these appointments by issuing visitors passes
Received and distributed daily post and dealt with queries promptly and in a responsive and courteous manner
EDUCATION
London South Bank University
Sep. 2014
BTEC Higher National Diploma in Business
London, UK
Subjects: Business studies, Accounting, Marketing, Management information system, Management skills, Information and research skills and Business decision making. CERTIFICATIONS, SKILLS & INTERESTS
Certifications: Soltech Housing Ltd Housing Management Certificate
Skills : Microsoft Office Packages, Fluent in French, Arabic English and Somali – both verbal and written, Communication, Leadership
Interests: Football, Reading, Spending time with family, Learning new cultures
Additional Information: Clean Canadian Driver’s License