Nikki Terblanche
Security and investigations
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About
I am a security and investigations professional with over 30 years of experience in law enforcement, private investigations, and luxury hospitality. I specialise in security operations, complex investigations, and structured reporting, with a strong focus on professionalism, accountability, and sound judgement. I am known for staying calm under pressure and handling sensitive matters with discretion and integrity.
Experience
Security Manager | Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff | 2017 – Present
Lead security operations for a luxury international property, overseeing investigations, risk management, and executive reporting.
Assistant Security Manager | The Maslow Hotel | 2015 – 2016
Supported full hotel security operations, including incident management and preventative controls.
Key Accounts / Risk Manager | Exigent Security Group (Crowne Plaza Rosebank & Holiday Inn Sandton) | 2013 – 2015
Managed multi-site security operations and investigations across two major hospitality properties.
Senior Investigator | Sleuth Private Investigators | 2011 – 2012
Conducted criminal, civil, and insurance-related investigations.
Detective Inspector & Training Official | South African Police Service | 1991 – 2011
Specialised in fraud and narcotics investigations and contributed to detective training and case development.
Education
Higher certificate Police Administration
Detective courses
PSIRA A - C
