LT COL WOOD-CAPTAIN KWATENG
ACCRA
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Lionheart Security Limited
11.2022 - Current
- Coordinate the activities of all managers in the company.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
Head of Security
Westec Security Systems
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Overall command and control of the security department.
- Oversaw safety of guests, employees and and assets by enforcing and regulating security policies and procedures and monitoring and maintaining security systems.
Head of Security
UCS Facility Management Ltd
02.2016 - 02.2019
- Overall command and control of the security department
- Established UCS Security Services Limited for Jospong Group.
Static & Transport Security Coordinator
RLG Security
06.2013 - 03.2015
- Established a security unit for the company.
- Managed access control systems, ensuring only authorized individuals gained entry into secured areas.
- Improved overall site safety by coordinating with maintenance teams to address potential hazards promptly.
- Conducted regular safety drills, preparing staff to respond effectively in emergency situations.
- Evaluated employee performance within the security team regularly, offering constructive feedback and opportunities for professional growth when warranted.
Head of Operations
Edern Security Company Ltd
06.2010 - 05.2013
- Overall command and control of the security department.
Operations Manager
WESTEC Security Systems (GH) Ltd
06.2008 - 06.2010
- Overall command and control of the security department.
Deputy Director Army Training
Army Headquarters
03.2007 - 06.2008
- The management and coordination of training within the Army
- This covers courses both local and overseas.
Group site Commander
African Union Mission in Sudan
12.2005 - 03.2007
- Overall command and control of the Team Site.
General Staff Officer Grade 1/Commanding Officer
Headquarters Support Services Brigade Group
04.2004 - 12.2005
- Coordinate the activities of all the Staff Officers at the Formation Headquarters.
Deputy Force Military Personnel Officer
United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon-UNIFIL
03.2003 - 04.2004
- Responsible for the Formulation of Personnel Policy of UNIFIL.
Deputy Director (Land Operations)
General Headquarters Ghana Armed Forces
04.2001 - 03.2003
- Responsible for the formulation of contingency operational plans for the Ghana Armed Forces.
Camp Commandant
General Headquarters Ghana Armed Forces
09.1999 - 04.2001
- Plan, coordinate and implementation of security plans for the General Headquarters.
Deputy Assistant Adjutant and Quartermaster General
Headquarters Support Services Brigade Group
10.1997 - 09.1999
- Advises the Formation Commander on Logistics and Administrative control within the Brigade.
Troop Leader/Intelligence Officer/Battery Commander/Staff Captain 'Administration' and Regimental Second-in-Command
66 Artillery Regiment
04.1980 - 10.1997
Education
Post-Graduate Diploma in Public Administration -
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration, GIMPA, Accra.
Graduate-psc, Senior Military Command and Staff Course & Post-Graduate Certificate in Public Administration -
Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College/GIMPA, Accra.
Combat Team Commanders’ Course Certificate -
Military Academy and Training School, Accra. GHANA
Diploma-Field Artillery -
US Field Artillery School, Fort Sill. USA
Diploma-Military Studies -
Military Academy and Training School, Accra. GHANA
Advanced Technical Teachers’ Certificate -
Advanced Technical Teachers’ College, University of Education, Kumasi. GHANA
K’DUA Secondary Technical School -
MSc. (Security & Justice Administration) - Security/Justice Administration
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana02.2018
Master of Science - Security (Security & Justice Administration)
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
Kumasi, Ghana02.2018
Skills
- Leadership and team building
- Problem Resolution
- Operations Management
- Team Player
- Time Management
- Training and coaching
- Efficient multi-tasker
Special Courses
- International Peace Support Operations Course
- Young Army Officers’ Course
- Mechanical Transport Officers’ Course
- Basic Law Course
- Public and Non Public Accounts Course
- Command and Staff Course(Jnr Div.)
- Control of Small Arms Course- DDR in Free Town, Sierra Leone (Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration)
- Basic Computer Course
- World Bank Training in Budgeting by the MTEF approach
Tel Nos
- 00233-208158391
- 0553551873
- 0543269083
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 11/22/57
References
- BRIG-GEN JO-SYLVESTER NKRUMAH (RTD), VERY SENIOR ARMY OFFICER, 0244334368, GHANA, TMA. Tema., jsnkrumah@yahoo.com
- Prof. KWASI OHEMENG, Lecturer. Central University., 0243277105, GHANA, EQUATORIAL HEALTHCARE SERVICES, P.O.BOX F30/31, SAKUMONO, TEMA.GHANA., ohemengk@yahoo.com
- Brig-Gen MI TETTEH (RTD), Former Defence Attache. UK, 0244728307, GHANA, % GHANA ARMED FORCES,BURMA CAMP.ACCRA.GHANA
Watching films/Football
I LIKE WATCHING WAR FILMS. THEY BRING OUT CERTAIN BASIC THINGS THAT WE FORGET TO DO WHICH ALWAYS PUT US IN VERY SERIOUS PROBLEMS. THEY TEACH US TO BE MORE CAREFUL IN WHATEVER WE DO.
WHEN GHANA IS PLAYING FOOTBALL WITH A FOREIGN TEAM, THE COUNTRY BECOMES ONE AND THIS IS REFRESHING. IT TEACHES US TO BE AT PEACE WITH ONE ANOTHER.
Timeline
General Manager
Lionheart Security Limited
11.2022 - Current
Head of Security
Westec Security Systems
06.2020 - 05.2022
Head of Security
UCS Facility Management Ltd
02.2016 - 02.2019
Static & Transport Security Coordinator
RLG Security
06.2013 - 03.2015
Head of Operations
Edern Security Company Ltd
06.2010 - 05.2013
Operations Manager
WESTEC Security Systems (GH) Ltd
06.2008 - 06.2010
Deputy Director Army Training
Army Headquarters
03.2007 - 06.2008
Group site Commander
African Union Mission in Sudan
12.2005 - 03.2007
General Staff Officer Grade 1/Commanding Officer
Headquarters Support Services Brigade Group
04.2004 - 12.2005
Deputy Force Military Personnel Officer
United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon-UNIFIL
03.2003 - 04.2004
Deputy Director (Land Operations)
General Headquarters Ghana Armed Forces
04.2001 - 03.2003
Camp Commandant
General Headquarters Ghana Armed Forces
09.1999 - 04.2001
Deputy Assistant Adjutant and Quartermaster General
Headquarters Support Services Brigade Group
10.1997 - 09.1999
Troop Leader/Intelligence Officer/Battery Commander/Staff Captain 'Administration' and Regimental Second-in-Command
66 Artillery Regiment
04.1980 - 10.1997
Post-Graduate Diploma in Public Administration -
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration, GIMPA, Accra.
Graduate-psc, Senior Military Command and Staff Course & Post-Graduate Certificate in Public Administration -
Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College/GIMPA, Accra.
Combat Team Commanders’ Course Certificate -
Military Academy and Training School, Accra. GHANA
Diploma-Field Artillery -
US Field Artillery School, Fort Sill. USA
Diploma-Military Studies -
Military Academy and Training School, Accra. GHANA
Advanced Technical Teachers’ Certificate -
Advanced Technical Teachers’ College, University of Education, Kumasi. GHANA
K’DUA Secondary Technical School -
MSc. (Security & Justice Administration) - Security/Justice Administration
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Master of Science - Security (Security & Justice Administration)
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology