Leon Van der Merwe

Knowledge in a broad spectrum 

It is with pleasure that I present the enclosed resume for your review. As an accomplished management executive with more than 30 years of operational and leadership experience in challenging and goal-oriented environments across FMCG Retail and Wholesale, Financial Services, Security, Risk, Health and Safety and Entertainment industries.

My background lies in managing operations, teams, and processes to propel revenue increases while realizing enhanced corporate success and productivity. From establishing and implementing business strategies to driving employees to achieve peak performance levels, I excel at directing strategic enhancements to outperform corporate objectives while communicating openly and productively with staff and management teams.

I have obtained a proven track record of operative custodianship that evolves into increased shareholder value. Throughout my career, I have successfully contributed to the growth and success of diverse organisations and strategically led the turnaround of underperforming businesses. I have become adept in overseeing a full range of operational responsibilities—including P&L administration, budget forecasting, security management, leading investigation into unlawful acts or contraventions of a criminal nature and implementing operational plans to prevent or minimise losses. 

My established ability to effectively direct safety inspections and assessments is complemented by a steadfast commitment to achieving comprehensive employee training and knowledge while minimizing injuries and safety violations. Gained skills in facility audits, investigations, and safety analyses—as well as a deep understanding and knowledge of OSHA regulation. 

Summary of my accomplishments include:

• Risk Manager – first year 100% Audit.
• Best Risk Manager in the Group for 2020.
• 100% in Legricon Audit – first store to achieve 
• COVID 19 Health and Safety Adviser in Group.
• Best Manager in Smada for the year 2018.
• Managing the biggest NKP site in South Africa (PetroSA).
• Highly recommended by the Corporate Facilities and Health & Safety Coordinator of IEMAS Financial Services (Co-op) Ltd following his Health and Safety Audit of the firm offices, which “added value to the safety and security standards of IEMAS” [2017].
• Increased the revenue by ±80% over two years (R4.2-mil to R7.6-mil per month) at Fidelity Security [2016].
• One of the Best Managers out of 85 branches nationwide and Branch by Fidelity Security [2015].
• Best Regional Manager in South Africa at ADT Security Services [2010].

Relocation: Yes 

Please accept this letter and enclosed resume as an introduction to my skills and background. For a more detailed presentation of my offerings, feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience to schedule a conference. 

Thank you in advance for your consideration, and I look forward to our conversation.

Sincerely,

Leon Van Der Merwe

Diploma in Business management 

Diploma in Health and Safety

Certificate in ISO 45001:2018