Tom Horton

Tom Horton

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Security Officer at OCS Group UK

  • Education

    • Lowfields Secondary School

      1998 - 2003
  • Experience

    • British Army

      Jan 2004 - May 2009
      Royal Engineer

      Iraq: OP Telic XII Apr 2008 – Oct 2008My primary role was as a vital member of a protection group charged with driving the O.C and his first and preferred point of contact whilst liaising with foreign nationals and battlefield units, secondary role was as a communications operator trained in all forms of communication inclusive of ECM.High level security clearance gained to enable me to carry out my role with Iraqi prisoners within the prison environment incorporating welfare and security issues.Part of a dedicated team of construction engineers providing vital tasking support to multi-national organisations from across the world. This incorporated the career, performance, coaching, and welfare management of a team who could spend up to six months away from their base location. Iraq: Op Telic VII Oct 2005 – May 2006:Involved in forming a bridgehead at the port of Umm Qasr including the building of blast proof fortifications for the Scot’s Guards. This was carried out under regular contact mainly from rocket and mortars. During escorting convoys and road moves the main threat we received was from IED’s and small arms fire.Provided a strike force capacity and advanced clearance party for moves from shiba log base.A member of the OC’s Rover Group providing personnel & route security to and from his locations. Provided maintenance of communications and ECM equipment both vehicle fit and man pack role. Ensured maintenance of armoured vehicles and SNATCH vehicles was kept to the upmost highest standard possible. I have operated in hostile environments. I have dealt with contact situations at varying degrees from a single firer/ Sniper to Indirect fire. I have the ability to remain focused under pressure and have practiced this in contact and life threatening situations. Show less

    • Marston's PLC

      May 2009 - Apr 2011
      Assistant Manager

      Responsible for management, budget control and smooth running of the bar and its business performance. Maintaining high standards of spirits &wines, food, service, health and safety and helping to deliver best service to customers at all times.

    • York Builder

      Apr 2011 - Aug 2012
      Construction Operative

      Facilitated key projects for a commercial and residential construction company, coordinated and executed diverse construction projects and sub contractor operations, performed carpentry, screeded concrete and assembled structures.

    • OCS Group UK

      Sept 2012 - now
      Security Officer

      Quickly and effectively respond to several critical emergencies such as medical issues, bomb threats and fire alarms. Serving as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime. Conduct internal and external patrols of site. Detect and report suspicious activities. Watch for criminal acts or potential threats to employees and property. Provide formal reporting for all incidents, accidents and medical emergencies. Work productively with local police force and maintain standard operating procedures (SOP’s) Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Close Protection

      City & Guilds Level 3
      Aug 2012
    • Immediate Life Support (ILS)

      York Teaching Hospital
      Jun 2013
    • MIRA

      Exmed
      May 2013
    • SIA Close Protection - Front Line

      SIA
      Aug 2012
    • FPOS-I

      Edexcel
      Aug 2012