Christopher Gibbons
Crossmolina, Mayo,MO
Summary
Dedicated Soldier with the Irish Defense Forces for the last 21 years, retiring in May 2024 and hoping to pursue a new job opportunity in security. Excellent abilities to follow direction, lead others and find solutions. Known for perseverance in task completion and outstanding work ethic. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Successfully remains calm in high pressure situations and interactions with difficult individuals.
Seeking a new and challenging role within security, whilst utilizing the skills I have learnt from years of working in the Defence Forces and continuing to learn and develop in my new chosen career.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Soldier
Irish Defence Forces
Galway, Ireland
05.2003 - 05.2024
- Provided instruction on weapons systems, tactics, and techniques to junior enlisted personnel.
- Monitored unit morale and welfare activities, providing guidance to improve morale when necessary.
- Performed duties as a member of a security detail in support of high-level government officials.
- Enforced safety protocols at all times while conducting hazardous tasks such as demolitions.
- Followed orders and carried out mission directives with professionalism and compassion despite chaotic and emotionally stressful circumstances.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Army (Irish Defence Forces)
Dundalk, Ireland01-2003
Secondary School -
St. Tiernan's College
Crossmolina, Co.Mayo06-2000
Skills
- Public Safety
- Security Procedures Knowledge
- Surveillance
- Defensive Driving Training
- Relationship Building And Management
- Equipment Maintenance
- Teamwork and Loyalty
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Safety Regulations
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Professionalism
Affiliations
- Keeping physically fit, marathon running and duathlon training
- Trained in first aid
- Peacekeeping with the Irish Defence Forces in Liberia, Kosovo and Syria
Accomplishments
- Received multiple medals with the Irish Defense Forces for overseas missions
- Leading troops in Syria on a United Nation mission
- Sporting accomplishments in Football, Boxing and Adventure races
Certification
- HGV license for articulated lorries
- Bus license
- CPC certificate
- Safe pass certificate
- Manual handling certificate
- First aid certificate
References
Available on request
Timeline
Soldier
Irish Defence Forces
05.2003 - 05.2024
Some College (No Degree) -
Army (Irish Defence Forces)
Secondary School -
St. Tiernan's College
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