Sheff Hardi

SIA-licensed security professional with experience across site security, crowd safety, nightlife and retail asset protection. Skilled in access control, patrols, verbal de-escalation, incident response and accurate reporting. Seeking weekday opportunities in student accommodation, retail security, warehouse security or general site security.

Security Officer at Certified Solutions (2026-09 – Present)

Current work pattern: primarily weekends; seeking additional weekday opportunities.

• Maintain a professional security presence and follow site procedures to support the safety of staff, visitors and property.
• Remain alert to potential risks, respond appropriately to incidents and report concerns to the relevant supervisor.
• Communicate professionally with the public and colleagues, using de-escalation where appropriate.
• Keep accurate records and follow site-specific instructions.

Door Supervisor at Professional Security (2025-02 – 2026-07)

• Conducted ID and bag checks at venue entrances, supporting licensing requirements and age-restriction compliance.
• Monitored guest behaviour and used verbal de-escalation to reduce conflict and safeguard patrons.
• Responded to incidents, coordinated with venue teams and emergency services when required, and provided basic first aid.
• Enforced venue policies professionally and completed incident reports and logs.

Loss Prevention Officer at Bardwood Support Services Ltd (2025-11 – 2026-07)

• Carried out proactive floor patrols and surveillance using the ASCONE methodology to identify and deter retail theft and stock loss.
• Used professional communication and situational awareness to de-escalate challenging situations and protect staff and customers.
• Maintained Daily Occurrence Book entries and incident reports to support civil recovery and police investigations.
• Followed site-specific Assignment Instructions and applicable legal standards during lawful detentions.

Crowd Safety Steward at Showsec International Ltd (2024-12 – 2025-06)

• Verified tickets and identification at high-capacity Premier League fixtures to support access control and venue compliance.
• Conducted person and bag searches to identify prohibited items and potential safety threats.
• Managed spectator movement and kept emergency exit routes clear in high-density stands.
• Monitored crowd behaviour and used de-escalation techniques to help maintain public order.

Higher Education Certificate / Foundation Year – De Montfort University, Leicester (2023-01 – 2024-09)

Functional Skills (Level 1/2) & Foundation Studies – Sandwell College, Birmingham (2019-09 – 2021-06)

High School Diploma – Institut La Plana, Vic, Barcelona (2014-10 – 2019-06)