Gerhard Badenhorst

Senior Security Officer with extensive experience in mining security operations, risk monitoring, and asset protection within high-value mineral environments. Experienced in access control, surveillance monitoring, intelligence gathering, and operational security within regulated mining environments. Skilled in monitoring high-risk areas, conducting inspections, coordinating security operations, and supporting compliance in diamond treatment and processing plants.here's

Senior Security Officer at Ekapa Minerals (2020-06 – Present)

• Conduct physical and X-ray searches of personnel, baggage and goods.
• Monitor access control systems and enforce mine security procedures.
• Respond to alarm activations and security incidents.
• Conduct regular patrols and inspections in high-risk areas.
• Monitor behaviour and movement of personnel in sensitive areas.
• Conduct surveillance in diamond processing environments.
• Participate in intelligence gathering and information collection.
• Compile operational and intelligence reports.
• Participate in security risk assessments and audits.
• Monitor diamond processing operations for irregular activity.

Security Officer at De Beers Consolidated Mines / Kimberley Ekapa Mining JV (2001-08 – 2020-06)

• Conduct searches of personnel and equipment.
• Monitor access control points and site security procedures.
• Respond to alarm activations and security incidents.
• Perform security patrols and inspections.
• Conduct surveillance within high-risk operational zones.
• Compile security and incident reports.
• Support plant security monitoring and compliance.

Security Officer at Enforce Security (1999-12 – 2001-07)

• Controlled access to receiving and dispatch areas.
• Managed key control procedures.
• Enforced company security policies and procedures.
• Monitored personnel and vehicle movement.
• Supported loss prevention activities.

System Checker & Supervisor at Brobus Security (1997-12 – 1999-11)

• Supervised security personnel and site operations.
• Conducted quality checks on goods received.
• Managed dispatch control and reporting.
• Maintained administrative records and duty reports.
• Assisted in loss prevention procedures.

Foreman at Kareeberg Meat Supply (1996-12 – 1997-11)

• Supervised slaughterhouse operations.
• Ensured equipment readiness and operational compliance.
• Managed livestock processing workflow.

Foreman at Diamond Meat Supply (1996-03 – 1996-11)

• Managed slaughterhouse operational workflow.
• Ensured compliance with operational safety procedures.
• Assisted with livestock and processing operations.

Truck & Floor Assistant at Fresh Meat Supply (1996-03 – 1996-11)

• Assisted with loading and dispatch operations.
• Monitored cold storage and product handling.
• Supported logistics and transport preparation.

General Farm Equipment Operator at Farm Employment (1989-12 – 1993-12)

• Assisted with planting and harvesting.
• Operated farm equipment and tractors.
• Performed routine equipment maintenance.
• Assisted with livestock care.

Diploma in Security Management – UNISA

Matric (Grade 12) – High School Warrenton (1993)