Brent Gerber
E-mail: gerber.brent@gmail.com.
3 Cosmos street, Westering, Port Elizabeth, 6045,South Africa, 0154.
Cell: 082 7126584
Dear Sir / Madam.
I am a qualified professional with expertise in Risk, Security, Close Protection and Police management to manage
projects, risk analysis, crisis management and dealing with customers, staff and other role players. My strengths
include the ability to manage staff during periods of change, generating management reports, problem solving, and
creating satisfied customers. I am a disciplined and committed individual and can operate in a team or individually. I
have worked for four different organizations, from a Government agency to a large International security service
provider. I have a National Diploma in Police Management. I am computer literate. Grade A PSIRA registered. Firearm Competent for Business Purposes The skills I can bring immediately to the job are:
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To prepare Project Management procedures for a new or existing Security Company, assume control of
existing projects inherited from other divisions and manage and create the project office environment for
new staff.
Project Management of critical Security projects (Crisis control, Re-assessment of Contracts and staff) for
clients or potential clients.
Project management training and experience in implementing solutions to overcome risk exposure.
Hands on experience in Close protection units and Executive Close Protection.
High Risk experience and team management of groups and sections.
Anti corruption management during a critical development phase for the South African Police Border
patrol unit.
Specifications, design and project management of a Fleet management system, cutting fuel and expenses by
50 percent.
Project management experience that involved negotiating Guarding contract variations and substantial
management of sub-contractor relationships and future business.
Developed and maintained performance reporting (to senior management) which was linked to generate the
necessary reports, thereby enabling a proactive approach to dealing with the client’s needs.
Implementing the strategy of the guarding management service.
Analyzed data to identify regional performance issues and develop options for corrective action to be taken.
Negotiated the staff, equipment type and timing for customer's projects, resolving any contractual issues
that arose.
Investigation of crime and syndicate operations as well as undercover operations and assessor for the Road
accident fund.
Surveillance and counter surveillance.
I handled the training of employees in different areas of policing, law aspects and court procedures. I was
also part of the drafting of the crowd management control manual.
I am also closely involved with Community policing forums and advising them on strategies and crime
management in their areas!
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the privilege in applying for the position at your Company. I
am interested in the Position and have 23 year’s professional experience and I have been required to participate in,
and manage, teams of up to 150 members and more. My management style is democratic and participative with a
focus on developing and empowering others to achieve business objectives. My current salary is R23 000 per month
plus benefits.
I am an ex Police Officer with 16 years Police experience. 8 years Security and risk assessment combined with crisis
management experience. I have a National Diploma in Police Management. I am also a grade A Psira and Sasseta
registered security and executive close protection officer. Risk management and assessment is one of my specialty
fields.
I think I am more than suitable for the job at hand, because of my vast experience in the Police and Security
industry. I look forward to discussing this opportunity with you.
Sincerely,
Brent Gerber
Curriculum
Vitae
Brent Gerber
Brent Gerber
3 Cosmos street, Westering,
Port Elizabet, 6045
082 712 6584
E-mail: gerber.brent@gmail.com
Career Objective
A full-time position in any managerial, logistical or training environment where I can demonstrate my
security, technical, practical and business skills and contribute to the company.
Personal Details
Nationality:
South African
Race:
Caucasian
Gender:
Male
Health:
Excellent
Marital status:
Married
Children:
Yes
Languages:
Afrikaans
English
Criminal Offences:
None
Driving license:
Code 8
Computer literacy:
Yes
Current Occupation:
Manager Guarding Division Eastern Cape.
Employment History:
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Protea Coin Security Services Group
Manager, Guarding Division, Eastern Cape
Protea Coin Security Services Group
Executive Close Protection officer
Team Leader
Tactical Unit
Logistical manager
Fleet manager
Becker Grobler & Masindi Investigation Services
Assessor Investigations
Snyman Magliori incorporated
Close protection and security of Deportees & stowaways
South African Police Services
Inspector
April 2012 to Present
2008- March 2012
2005-2008
2002-2005
1986-2002
Summary of Qualifications and Courses:
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Platoon commander
High Risk team commander
V.I.P. Protection course
Fire Fighting course
Rugby coach, manager
Investigations
Crowd management Instructor
Assessor
Vehicle fleet manager
C.O.I.N Instructor
Maintenance support
Police service training, Police College.
Riot control course, Maleoskop training centre
S.W.A.T. Course. Verdrag
C.O.I.N course (tactical warfare)
Special forces Medics course level 7, 7 MED BN GP
C.O.I.N Instructors course, Maleoskop
PR 24 Police Baton Instructors course.
S.W.A.T Instructors course
High Risk Team Course, passed with honors
Junior Commanders Course Level 1, passed with Honours
Junior Commanders course Level 2. Passed with honours.
Stress defusing and crisis control course
S.W.A.T. refresher course. Passed with honours 100%.
Grade A to E Security officer
Fire-arm competency Certificate
Fire-arm competency Business purposes, Shotgun, Rifle and pistol
PSIRA registered
MS Office Computer literate ( Word, Excel and Outlook)
Health and Safety Coordinator
High speed Tactical driving course
Financial
PR 24 police baton instructor
Section leader
Base commander
Cricket coach, manager
Professional Experience
1986-12-31 to 2002-02-28
South African Police Service
Lance Sergeant
Sergeant
Warrant Officer
Inspector
Responsibilities:
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Controlling of Riots throughout South Africa
Platoon Commander
Administrative Head
Vehicle fleet Commander
High Risk Team Leader/ Commander
Instructor- Human rights, S.W.A.T, Law, Crowd management, Firearms C.O.I.N. etc.
Section leader
Investigation and inquiries
Base commander
Investigation assistance
Close Protection and escort duties:
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Protection and assistance to the Queen of England on her visit to South Africa
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V.I.P protection for the Arabic delicates visit to South Africa
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Escorting of criminals and deportees to their country of origin. Countries: Australia, Democratic
Republic of the Congo, Benin, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Cameroon, London, Hong Kong, Tanzania,
Addis Ababa, Burundi, Egypt, India, Pakistan, Nairobi, Kinshasa, Brazzaville, Sao Paolo,
Singapore, Frankfurt etc.
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V.I.P protection of Turkish Wrestling team and others.
2002-02-28 to 2008-07-31
Maintenance of properties (Electrical, plumbing, wood restoring, building, metalwork)
Assessor, 3rd Party claims, Road accident Fund
Investigations
Escort Deportees and Stowaways abroad 1996 to 2008 – Contract work.
Security and risk assessment
2008-08-01 to March 2012
Security and risk assessment
Close Protection Officer to High Profile clients.
Tactical team member Protea Coin Group
Team Leader
Tactical Unit
Logistical manager
Fleet manager
Operational management in absence of managers
March 2012 to Present
Managing The Guarding Division for the Eastern Cape
Education
1986 Matriculated grade 12 Framesby High school Port Elizabeth, South Africa. Senior Certificate.
National Diploma Police Administration 1997-07-01 (Technikon South Africa)
Police Administration I
Police Administration II
Police Administration III
Criminal Law I
Criminal Law II
Criminal Law III
Law of Criminal Procedure and Evidence I
Law of Criminal Procedure and Evidence II
Law of Criminal Procedure and Evidence III
Investigation of Crime I
Investigation of Crime II
Investigation of Crime III
Afrikaans
English
Rugby and cricket coach:
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Successfully coached the Motherwell cricket team from the last position that was 17 th to 11th in
their league.
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Managed and coached 1st reserve Police rugby team to the finals of the Mavula cup that we won.
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Successfully coached and played premier league cricket in Pretoria and winning 8 times in ten
years.
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Successfully coached and played Carlton league rugby for one of the Police units and won the
trophy three times.
Achievements
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Certificate of appreciation
Operation Shobashobane
Letter of appreciation
South African wrestling federation
Certificate of diligence
Letter of appreciation
Commissioner of police
Letter of appreciation
Pongola Community
Best platoon commander and platoon
Operation Urban Strike
Certificate of appreciation
Operation Good Hope
References
Available upon request
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