Elia Otchere
Edmonton, AB • 780-***-**** ***.*******@*****.***
Professional Summary
Experienced and vigilant security professional with 4 years of experience in maintaining safety and security in a professional manner in commercial and residential environments. Skilled and committed to protecting people, property, and assets with integrity and professionalism.
Skills
●Observation and Surveillance
●Effective communication skills
●Attention to detail
●Physical fitness
●Reporting skills
●First Aid
● Teamwork
●Safety and security knowledge.
●Surveillance
●Document preparation
●Emergency Management
●Verbal and written communication
●Security camera monitoring
●Emergency Response
Work History
Security Guard, 02/2022 to 01/2024
Family Care Hospital
●Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
●Responded quickly to incidents and alarms for security concerns.
●Complete incident reports and other documentation as required.
●Conduct regular security patrols of the facility area.
●Provide assistance and directions to visitors and employees.
●Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
●Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle on bicycle, and by foot.
●Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
Mobile Security Officer/Shop Guard, 09/2019 to 01/2022
Accra City Mall
●Provided detailed incident reports, documenting observations for management review and action planning purposes.
●Monitor CCTV cameras and alarms.
●Regular foot patrols of the mall area.
●Monitor and control access to the mall facility or restricted areas.
●Conduct security screening of individuals, vehicles and packages.
●Check for proper authorization such as ID cards, badges and access codes.
●Collaborated effectively with team members, fostering a positive work environment.
●Served as an ambassador for company values, demonstrating professionalism in all interactions with clients, colleagues, and the public.
Education: College Diploma 2019
Certificates:
●Alberta Basic Security License (ABS) 2025
●First Aid and CPR
●CSTS 2020
●Health & Safety Fundamentals
●Worker Health & Safety Awareness
●WHMIS 2015
Language: English