John Okwori

Experienced Security and HSE Professional with over 15 years of progressive experience in security operations, HSE coordination, risk assessment, investigations, emergency response, access control, and team leadership across construction, maritime, healthcare, and corporate environments. Skilled in developing security procedures, conducting risk assessments, enforcing HSE compliance, supervising personnel, and implementing effective security systems that protect people, assets, and business operations.

Security/HSE Coordinator at Acti-Tech Ltd (2025-04 – Present)

• Coordinate Security & HSE Operations, manage daily security and safety activities.
• Supervise Security Personnel, monitor Guards and security performance.
• Control Site Access, manage entry and exit of people and vehicles.
• Manage Risks, i conduct risk assessments, inspections and audits.
• Enforce Safety, ensure PPE usage and compliance with safe work procedures.
• Train Workers, conduct inductions, toolbox talks and safety awareness.
• Manage Incidents, report, investigate accidents, injuries and security incidents.
• Monitor contractors and ensure compliance with HSE and security requirements.
• Manage Emergencies, and coordinate emergency preparedness and response.
• Report Performance by preparing HSE and security reports for management.

Security Coordinator at G4S Share Services Ltd (APM Terminal Apapa Lagos) (2024-03 – 2025-03)

• Security Operations: Supervise Guards, deployment, patrols, and daily security activities.
• Access Control: Monitor people, vehicles, visitors, and contractors entering and leaving the facility.
• Security Monitoring: Monitor CCTV, alarms, and security systems.
• Risk Management: Identify security threats and implement preventive measures.
• Incident Response: Respond to, investigate, and report security incidents.
• Personnel Management: Prepare rosters, conduct briefings, and monitor Guard's performance.
• Emergency Response: Support emergency procedures, drills, and coordination with responders.
• Reporting: Maintain security logs, incident reports, registers, and periodic reports.
• Asset Protection: Prevent theft, vandalism, unauthorized access, and property loss.
• Liaison: Coordinate with management, contractors, and relevant security/emergency agencies.
• Compliance: Ensure security procedures, SOPs, and policies are followed.
• Improvement: Identify security gaps and recommend corrective actions.

Manager at Awake Security Ltd (2020 – 2024)

• Manage administrative and HR-related activities for efficient company operations.
• Conduct marketing and sales of company products and security services.
• Coordinate the activities of Supervisors and Head Guards to ensure effective service delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Develop and implement business development plans and strategies to support company growth.
• Conduct physical security surveys and inspections and provide professional recommendations to clients.
• Conduct background checks and vetting of prospective employees and security personnel.
• Recruit, train and deploy security Guards to client locations in line with company standards and requirements.
• Prepare and submit monthly security reports, including observations, findings and recommendations, to clients.
• Provide effective security leadership and operational guidance to security teams.

Sales/Customer Service Executive at Tonia Pharmacy, Store and Laboratory Services Ltd (2016 – 2020)

• Market and promote company products and services to existing and prospective clients.
• Provide professional information and respond promptly to customer enquiries and requests.
• Maintain effective communication between management and customers.
• Manage customer orders, follow-ups, and service requests to ensure timely delivery.
• Develop and maintain an updated customer database for effective relationship management.
• Build strong customer relationships and identify opportunities for repeat business and growth.
• Handle customer complaints and enquiries professionally to ensure customer satisfaction.

HSE Officer at CREST LINE SERVICE (Construction) (CLS) LTD (2011 – 2016)

• Implements safety policies and regulations on a construction site.
• Conduct Toolbox talks on safety for workers.
• Make on-site inspections.
• Investigate accidents and incidents.
• Monitoring the Staff/site for compliance.
• Keeping records of incidents & safety concerns.
• Enforce safety by ensuring the use of PPE while at the site.

Assistant Security Manager at Golden Tulip Hotel Enugu (2010 – 2011)

• Assist the Security Manager in managing the Security department.
• Supervise the Security staff.
• Draw out the Security weekly duty roster and ensure that there are no lapses.
• Carried out an investigation in case of theft and reported to the Security Manager.

Security & Intelligence Officer at STATE SECURITY SERVICE (SSS) / DEPARTMENT OF STATE SERVICES (DSS), NIGERIA (2002 – 2010)

• Intelligence gathering, analysis and security reporting.
• Security investigation, surveillance and information verification.
• Threat, risk and vulnerability assessment.
• Protective security for designated personnel (VIP Protection) and sensitive locations.
• Incident investigation, reporting and emergency response support.
• Security liaison and coordination with relevant government agencies.
• Protection of sensitive/classified information.
• Counter-terrorism and internal security support.
• Security briefing, risk communication and situational awareness.
• Maintained strict confidentiality, discipline and professional standards.

– Nigerian Institute for Industrial Security, Lagos (NIIS) (2024)

– Nigerian Institute of Safety Professionals (ISPON) (2010)

– Charkin Maritime Safety Training Centre (2010)

– State Service Academy (SSA) (2009)

Bachelor of Arts in History and International Studies – University Of Calabar (2006)

– Ayiga Community Sec. Sch. Okodung Assiga (2000)