Simon Doran

Experience

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  Newstalk 106-108

  Feb 2002 - Jun 2009

  Sound Engineer

  Responsible for live broadcasts on one of Ireland's most listened to PPI award-winning national stations. Responsibilities included compiling and editing podcasts, and trouble-shooting any on-air issues in a highly demanding and pressurized work environment.

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  Paladin Security Group Ltd.

  Jan 2010 - Aug 2016

  Security & Services Manager

  • Responsible for security operations in one of the largest integrated Grade A office complexes in Canada, comprising 4 major office towers and a commercial complex in Vancouver’s Central Business District; housing the country’s largest banks, foreign consulates and most high-profile law firms, averaging 2 million square feet with a property value of more than $1 billion.• Working closely with the client Security, Fire & Life Safety Manager and a 50+ strong team across multiple departments, creating client-specific reports; managing a team of 20+.• Client, tenant and customer service a huge component, overseeing regular site audits and drills.• B.E.S.T Customer Service Programme Trainer for all client, security and contractor staff. 99% annual score in Client Satisfaction Surveys. Handpicked to run company think tank focus groups.• Created and implemented new Emergency Response Procedures, including teaching Fire Safety & Evacuation Training to all office staff, security and contractors. • Reviewed and updated all SOPs and Orientation Training packages and created in-depth testing programme.• Organised a major upgrade of the complex key system and locks to a new electronic key system, training all staff on use of key programming software.• Created a proposal and strategy for a new CCTV system upgrade, which the client implemented.• Heavily involved with key stakeholders in the Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Association Show less

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  Associated Employee Services Ireland Ltd.

  Jan 2017 - Jun 2017

  Facility Manager

  • CBRE client representative for 5 Project Dame buildings, including Central Bank.• Oversaw the extensive office move to new premises. • Coordinated key hard and soft services, contractor and supplier engagement and management. • Reporting and Risk Assessments Management – created Operations Manuals for each property.• Implemented preventative maintenance.• Controlled removal of all bank property to vacate the premises.• Created an effective Security Strategy to ensure no unauthorized access to properties.• Input on design team meetings for redevelopment works. • Led regular tours for senior stakeholders to assess progress. Show less

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  CBRE

  Jun 2017 - Feb 2018

  Property Manager

  • Managing office buildings and commercial retail parks nationwide.• Tenant liaison for operational issues, service charge and lease reviews, marketing plans, etc. • Tendering of hard and soft services contracts to create best value for landlords and tenants.• Responsible for creation and management of Service Charge budgets.• Created preventative maintenance schedule for all equipment and building systems, with reviews. • Responsible for contractor invoice approval ensuring all work was satisfactorily completed.• Enforcement of lease covenants and notification to landlord of any default.• Fire, Health and Safety equipment and policy code compliance. Show less

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  Euronext

  Mar 2018 - Mar 2019

  Property & Services Assistant Manager

  • Managing the P&S Advisor team.• Managing the security of Euronext’s (formerly Irish Stock Exchange) four buildings in Dublin City.• Policy, process and systems development and management.• Responsible for performance management, development and rewards.• Representing P&S on projects / working groups as appropriate.• All Health & Safety management.• Management of contractors and suppliers.• Supporting the events team on the delivery of successful events.• Responsible for the company’s preparation for the GDPR deadline.• Created Standard Operating Procedures to assist with training. • Updated the company’s Incident Response Plan with Site Specific Responses. • Updated and created Emergency Response Procedures • Inventory & Supply management Show less

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  JLL

  May 2019 - now

  Estate Manager

  - Tenant Liaison- Inspections- ISO Procedures and Health & Safety Standards- Communication- Managing Service Contracts- Mechanical & Electrical- Maintenance- Security- Tenant Fit-Out/Works- Reporting- Insurance- Special Projects