Colonel Retired Ernest Wylie
Karachi
Summary
Professional leader with comprehensive experience in driving operational excellence and strategic growth. Proven track record of fostering team collaboration and achieving impactful results in dynamic environments. Skilled in navigating complex challenges, optimizing processes, and cultivating positive workplace cultures. Known for adaptability, effective communication, and strong decision-making abilities.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
General Manager Operations Forum
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Facility/Project Management of Forum Business Centre and Mall, Karachi.
- Managed departments: Operations, Marketing, HR, Maintenance, Admin and Security.
- Oversee all financial matters (Budget Preparation, resources allocation/financial management as per allocation of budget).
- Administered all aspects of Operations, Customer Support, and Industrial Relations.
Deputy Director
Seagull Shipping & Logistics Pvt. Ltd
10.2020 - 09.2022
- Responsible for all matters pertaining to Capacity Building, Business Development, Industrial Relations, Operations, Admin and Security and Logistics (including movement of personnel and logistics/transport).
- Formulated and implemented policies and guidelines related to Operations, Administration and Security, ensuring adherence and implementation.
- Planned and organized work in respective domains on monthly, half-yearly and annual basis.
- Conducted periodic risk assessments and implemented mitigating measures within the organization.
- Liaised with clients and law enforcement agencies to ensure Business Continuity.
- Communicated regularly with diverse stakeholders, customers, and international partners to build mutual understanding and trust.
- Managed Finances and Resources within budgetary constraints as presented and approved.
- Assisted The Director and HR Department in the hiring process.
General Manager
Zims Security Pvt Ltd
03.2019 - 12.2019
- Responsible for Industrial Relations, Business Development, Operations, Logistics, Recruitment, Training, Capacity Building, and Management of Guarding personnel across Pakistan.
- Remained the focal person for all interactions with Diplomatic clients and Multinational Companies being provided with services.
- Planned and organized work on monthly, half-yearly, and annual basis including Project Management, Training, and Business Development.
- Conducted risk assessments and inculcated risk management culture at all projects.
- Regularly communicated with diverse stakeholders, customers, and partners to build mutual understanding and trust.
- Communicated with clients and law enforcement agencies to ensure Business Continuity.
- Oversaw Finance and HR departments to ensure timely invoicing, recovery of payments, and payroll processing.
Colonel
Pakistan Army - Government of Pakistan
03.1989 - 07.2016
- Pre-Retirement Service Experiences: Retired as Colonel from Pakistan Army in July 2016.
- Rank – Colonel from 2011 to 2016
- 2013 – 2016: Head of Admin and Security at Headquarters Logistics Area Karachi/Sindh. The responsibility entailed managing admin and security of 11 large sized Logistics Installations throughout the Province.
- 2011 – 2013: Headed an organization of Civil Armed Forces comprising 3000 personnel, conducting security operations including security of foreign delegations visiting Pakistan.
- Rank Lieutenant Colonel 2006 to 2011
- 2008 – 2011: Senior Staff Officer at Army Headquarters. Planned and conducted visits of foreign delegations within Pakistan and abroad. Developed partnerships and alliances with foreign countries and formulated annual/biannual and long term cooperation plans.
- 2006 – 2008: Headed a military organization comprising 800 personnel, besides hardcore military duties also conducted duties in aid of civil power.
- Years of Professional Growth: Rank Major 2003 – 2006
- 2005 – 2006: On deputation with United Nations Mission in Liberia for peacekeeping operations.
- 2004 – 2005: Brigade Major of a formation in Karachi.
- 2003: Attended Command and Staff Course at Command and Staff College, Quetta and completed Master Degree.
- Initial Years of Hard-Core Professional Training and Grooming: 1989 – 2002
Education
Master's Degree - Art and Science of Warfare
Command and Staff College
01.2003
CPP (Certified Protection Professional) - undefined
ASIS International (American Society for Industrial Security – International, USA)
01.2020
Skills
- Eager to leverage expertise to a large organization in a challenging role to make significant contributions
- Drive Excellence, Strategic Perspective and Commercial Acumen
- Communication and Influencing, Building Partnerships (Foster Collaboration)
- Policy Development and Compliances
- Planning and Organizing, Coordination and Monitoring
- Risk Mitigation and Crisis Management
- Innovation and Adaptability
References
References can be furnished when required
Timeline
General Manager
General Manager Operations Forum
05.2023 - 06.2024
Deputy Director
Seagull Shipping & Logistics Pvt. Ltd
10.2020 - 09.2022
General Manager
Zims Security Pvt Ltd
03.2019 - 12.2019
Colonel
Pakistan Army - Government of Pakistan
03.1989 - 07.2016
CPP (Certified Protection Professional) - undefined
ASIS International (American Society for Industrial Security – International, USA)
Master's Degree - Art and Science of Warfare
Command and Staff College
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