Analdo Russell
Palmist
Summary
Human Resources professional with robust experience in talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management. Proven track record of fostering strong team collaboration and driving results through strategic initiatives. Skilled in conflict resolution, training and development, and organizational development. Adaptable and reliable, ensuring alignment with evolving business needs.
Experienced with managing labor relations and fostering productive work environments. Utilizes in-depth knowledge of labor laws to mediate disputes and negotiate contracts. Strong understanding of workforce dynamics and policy implementation, contributing to organizational stability and growth.
Experienced with managing security operations and personnel. Utilizes strategic planning to enhance safety measures and mitigate risks. Track record of maintaining high security standards and fostering secure environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force (Coast Guard)
01.2016 - Current
- Extensive experience in managing security operations and personnel comprising of armed and unarmed personnel within the framework of events, facilities and personal protection at multiple locations across Trinidad and Tobago to ensure the protection of people, assets and to prevent the removal of these assets, equipment and materials.
- Collaborated with the Human Resource and Occupational Health Safety Departments as part of the emergency response team, in the event an evacuation of the facilities population became necessary, as a result of an emergency such as bomb scare, fire and other natural disasters.
- Developed, maintain and review policies and procedures in support of the overall security objective by reducing excess costs by improving efficiency, as a result of monitoring and reviewing performance in alignment with contract requirements mitigating against loss, damage and or theft of company property.
- Developed and conducted security awareness programs to promote a security culture within organizations as well as developed Standard Operating Procedures to guide daily security deliverables.
- Ensured all stakeholders understood the value of the program and their role within it through the effective use of multiple communication strategies to provide a strong example that both developed and underpinned an effective security culture.
- Developed and manage an overall security risk management profile and framework to support the operations of the organization to prevent liabilities on security issues and reducing or eliminating them.
- Conducted several security risk assessments as the foundation of the overall security program.
- Developed and managed the overall security risk management profile and framework to support ongoing operations within the TTCG and by extension TTDF.
- Developed and implemented strategies to prevent liabilities on security issues and reducing or eliminating them.
- Conducted effective planning which identified security issues and applied strategies to properly mitigate the conditions through cost effective reductions/eliminations by effectively reducing hazards in given situations.
- Security Officer (Manager Security Services) | Asst. Strategic Human Resource Officer (Manager) | Regulating Officer (Administration and Discipline) /Base Commander (Security/Facilities Manager) | Recruit Training Officer (Induction and Onboarding) | Strategic Human Resource Officer (Manager)
Strategic Human Resource Management
Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force (Coast Guard)
01.2016 - Current
- Advised line personnel on all employee relations matters; recommends disciplinary action and administers as necessary; prepares, signs and issues letters of, recommendation, termination and commendation as approval by the Commanding Officer (Company Chief Executive Officer)
- Provided extensive HR advice to the Commanding Officer Trinidad and Tobago Coast Guard (COTTCG) and recommend appropriate courses of action across various HR matters. Formulated and analysed large number of HR practices whilst ensuring strict adherence with regulatory and industrial relations standards as well as Trinidad & Tobago Defence Force policies.
- Provided advice on industrial relation issues to ensure that good industrial relations practice was maintained between and amongst Coast Guard and support the Formations grievance, conflict resolution and mediation processes and procedures. Drafted detailed rules to govern the administration of all HR related functions within the Trinidad & Tobago Coast Guard.
- Conducted comprehensive HR research to accurately present policy positions to determine benefits for all members. Remained abreast of new HR developments and evaluated the impact of changes on Trinidad & Tobago Defence Force (TTDF). Created and submitted opinions on grievances on a wide range of matters.
- Prepared and executed annual human resource work plan and related budget for the training, learning and development of employees to enhance mission success and improve organisational culture. Monitored and evaluated the human resource strategic plan and made adjustments in keeping with macro and micro-level changes in the internal and external environments. Developed methods to improve human resource policies, processes, and practices and implements changes as necessary.
- Assisted in the selection of consultants and short-term experts in accordance with approved rules, regulations and international best practice.
- Managed the development, implementation, maintenance and review of all Personnel Policies, Procedures and Authorities including policies and procedures for recruitment, de-recruitment, testing, placement, classification, orientation, benefits, and labour and industrial relations.
- Provided the necessary guidance and approval to Industrial Relations and Welfare Services function, to ensure harmonious relations between service-personnel, corporate leadership and all other stakeholders.
- Conducted analyses of the competitiveness of the organisations remuneration policies and made proposals for the establishment and maintenance of appropriate salary ranges, individual salary progression and application of fringe benefits to all and sundry.
- Design and implement overall recruiting strategies inclusive of succession plan, onboarding and sunset procedures, update job descriptions and specifications in line with current organisational needs and best international trends and practices in conducting all aspects of the recruitment process technology based and people focused.
- Security Officer (Manager Security Services) | Asst. Strategic Human Resource Officer (Manager) | Regulating Officer (Administration and Discipline) /Base Commander (Security/Facilities Manager) | Recruit Training Officer (Induction and Onboarding) | Strategic Human Resource Officer (Manager)
Recruit Training Officer
Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force (Coast Guard)
01.2016 - Current
- Drafting instructional manuals, onboarding materials, and other relevant documentation and ensuring their alignment with the defence act, respective regulations and polices within the TTDF.
- Monitoring and administering regular, detailed needs assessments to identify skills deficits and implementing best practice and novel methods and tools to reduce this deficit and improve overall performance.
- Orienting new hires to their function within the grand scheme, as well as established company norms and cultural values from induction.
- Addressing skills deficits through tailored in-house training and coordinating external training as the need arises.
- Monitoring and evaluating the training staffs' performance by liaising with their line managers and department heads.
- Availing as a sounding board for all members of the training staff and recruiting body with the explicit aim of improving their orientation and training whilst upholding confidentiality within the remit of integrity and professionalism.
- Security Officer (Manager Security Services) | Asst. Strategic Human Resource Officer (Manager) | Regulating Officer (Administration and Discipline) /Base Commander (Security/Facilities Manager) | Recruit Training Officer (Induction and Onboarding) | Strategic Human Resource Officer (Manager)
Education
Master of Science Degree - National Security and Intelligence Studies
University of the Southern Caribbean
01.2022
Associate Degree - Labour Studies
Cipriani College of Labour and Co-operative Studies
01.2021
Diploma - Industrial Relations
Cipriani College of Labour and Co-operative Studies
01.2021
Masters of Business Administration Degree - undefined
School of Accounting and Management/Anglia Ruskin University
01.2013
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Human Resource Management
School of Accounting and Management/Anglia Ruskin University
01.2011
Diploma - Security Administration and Management
Cipriani College of Labour and Co-operative Studies
01.2009
Skills
- Strategic Security and Safety Awareness
- Strategic Planning and Implementation
- Quality Systems Management
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- Customer Service and Relations
- Capacity Building
- Process Improvements
- International Terrorism and Extremism
- Policy Development and Implementation
- International Trends and Focus Industry
- Stakeholder Management
- Change Management
- Leadership and Communication
- Benefits Management
- Talent Management
- Risk and Threat Assessment Analysis
- HR policies and procedures
- Employee relations
- Microsoft office proficiency
- Training and mentoring
- Recruitment and hiring
- Performance appraisal
- Employee retention
- Vulnerability assessment
- Identity and Access management
- Threat intelligence analysis
- Incident response management
- Security awareness training
- Physical security measures
- Security policy development
- Grievance handling
- Employment law
- Stakeholder management
- Collective bargaining
- Workplace investigations
- Labor relations expertise
- Employee engagement
- Disciplinary action management
- Coaching and mentoring
References
Available upon request
Accomplishments
- Soldier of the Year – 2014
- Major Julien Spencer Academic Technical Award Trinidad and Tobago Regiment – 2013
- Best International Student – 2010 (Jamaica)
Affiliations
- Port of Spain Central Regional Parent Teacher's Association 2nd Vice President
- St. Ursula Girls Anglican School Parent Teacher's Association President
Additional Information
ADDITIONAL TRAINING 2021 Manpower Personnel Training and Education | USA 2017 Conflict Resolution Mediation & Negotiation | TT 2016 From Managers to Leaders Workshop | TT 2016 Ethics, Integrity and the Military Profession Workshop | Peru 2015 Strategic Contingency Management & Succession Planning in the Public Sector Workshop | TT 2014 Competency Based Human Resource Management Workshop | TT
Timeline
Security Officer
Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force (Coast Guard)
01.2016 - Current
Strategic Human Resource Management
Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force (Coast Guard)
01.2016 - Current
Recruit Training Officer
Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force (Coast Guard)
01.2016 - Current
Associate Degree - Labour Studies
Cipriani College of Labour and Co-operative Studies
Diploma - Industrial Relations
Cipriani College of Labour and Co-operative Studies
Masters of Business Administration Degree - undefined
School of Accounting and Management/Anglia Ruskin University
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Human Resource Management
School of Accounting and Management/Anglia Ruskin University
Diploma - Security Administration and Management
Cipriani College of Labour and Co-operative Studies
Master of Science Degree - National Security and Intelligence Studies
University of the Southern Caribbean
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