Security Consultant

Continue to work in the Oil and Gas Sector as a Security and Risk Consultant.

Yemen 2008 to Present: Risk Consultant, contracted by a major international Oil Company to develop a comprehensive security plan. Key responsibilities include the safety of the clientˇ¦s personnel and assets, as well as assisting senior management on security issues. Ensuring the compliance of the security provider subcontractors to security and contract requirements. The role also includes conducting continuous risks analysis of all areas of operation and transit routes - compiling and managing the journey management plan for Occidental Petroleum operations. In addition, the development and implement mitigation measures and the reviews of standard operating procedures in line with risks/threat analysis.
The appointment also includes developing contingency policies, evacuation plans and procedures, and briefing the client project staff on a daily basis, including intelligence updates and security awareness training. In addition, producing concept of operations plans for varied projects and ensuring understanding of, and adherence to, standard operating procedures for all security providers. Developing a substantial network of contacts (US Embassy, FCO, Oil and Gas, UN Security Officers) is a key part of this position and one that is vital to the success of developing any security plan.
Sudan 2007 to 2008: Project Manager. Trained and deployed 80 person guard force for Royal Netherlands Embassy (RNE) in Khartoum. Developed emergency evacuation plans for RNE and European Commission in Khartoum and Juba. Successfully managed security operations for a Ministerial delegation visit to Sudan for the RNE.

Key responsibilities included maintaining (all aspects) of a guard force of 80 guards in 15 locations around Khartoum and Juba. Conduct client liaison with RNE and to provide security advice on all matters. Develop contingency plans for the RNE to cater for a deteriorating security situation, terrorist attack or emergency evacuation.

Develop further business in Sudan.

Qualifications

Professional Development
„« Critical Incident Management level 4 course.
„« New Zealand Army Commissioning Course 1999.
„« CQB qualified.
„« Completing a Degree in Bachelor of Defence studies (International Relations).
„« Thorough Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Power Point.

Qualifications

Professional Development
„« Critical Incident Management level 4 course.
„« New Zealand Army Commissioning Course 1999.
„« CQB qualified.
„« Completing a Degree in Bachelor of Defence studies (International Relations).
„« Thorough Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Power Point.

My name is Marc Schmid and I am a former New Zealand Army Officer who served for nine (9) years with the Royal New Zealand Infantry Regiment. During this time I held a number of appointments both in New Zealand an abroad including peace keeping operations with the United Nations in East Timor. Having left the defense force in 2007 I now work as a private security contractor in the Oil and Gas industry..

I am currently employed on a six month contract, working, for OXY (Occidental Petroleum) in Sanaˇ¦a, Yemen as a security consultant. This role involves working independently on risk and vulnerability assessments, preparing reports on operations and upcoming projects. I am also involved with developing security operating procedures and writing policy.

In conjunction with Yemeni nationals I then implement these procedures and oversee the initial execution, providing guidance and assistance where applicable. This quality assurance of service providers ensures a sound level of codes of practice.

During the past month I have been involved with the planning and implementation of a Seismic Project which has further enhanced my understanding of the Oil industry.