Sandeep Dhavale

Security professional with 3+ years' experience protecting people, property, and premises in a high-traffic, high-security environment handling 18,000-25,000 individuals daily with a zero-incident record. Skilled in security patrols, access control, crowd control, threat and risk assessment, and incident investigation and reporting. Trained to observe, detect, and respond calmly to suspicious activity, safety hazards, and fire risks while enforcing standard operating procedures and assisting the public.

Certified in AVSEC, DGR, and ILHBS; backed by a BSc in Physics.

Security Screener - Airports Authority of India Cargo Logistics & Allied Services (AAICLAS) - Pune International Airport, Maharashtra

(2023-06)

• Conducted continuous security patrols and surveillance of terminal and restricted airside zones, protecting property, passengers, and assets from theft, sabotage, trespassing, and accidents.
• Observed and reported unlawful and suspicious activity, identifying and escalating 15+ suspicious items over tenure and contributing to a 30% reduction in security incidents on assigned shift.
• Controlled access to protected premises and restricted airside areas, preventing 100% unauthorised entry throughout tenure.
• Managed crowd flow and passenger movement in high-density public areas, screening 18,000-25,000 passengers daily while maintaining order and safety.
• Investigated irregularities and took prompt, lawfully authorised action on incidents, suspicious activity, and safety concerns, maintaining a 3-year zero-incident record.
• Remained calm and used tact and sound judgement to de-escalate situations involving the public during high-pressure periods, including peak festival travel.
• Monitored for fire hazards, safety risks, and other security-related concerns as part of daily screening and patrol duties.
• Enforced AVSEC, DGR, and ILHBS security policies and procedures across every screening cycle, ensuring 100% regulatory compliance.
• Assisted passengers, staff, and visitors with directions, queries, and screening procedures, providing courteous and professional public-facing service.
• Oriented and mentored new screeners on ETD equipment operation and compliance procedures, demonstrating readiness for a supervisory role.

Bachelor of Science (Graduate) - Physics - Savitribai Phule Pune University (2017-06 - 2020-11)

HSC - Maharashtra State Board (2016-06 - 2017-06)

SSC - Maharashtra State Board (2014-06 - 2015-06)