Mikkel P.C. Harris, MCMI, MInstLM
St. George,Bermuda
Summary
I’m a seasoned professional with over twenty-five (25) years in aviation, twenty (22) years in law enforcement, and seven (7) years in the compliance arena. The last sixteen (16) years have been spent in management and supervisory positions in the above-mentioned areas with proven records of effectively managing personnel and processes and providing development, training, and assessments for direct reports.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Airport Operations Manager
Bermuda Skyport Corporation
St. George's
2022.11 - Current
- Supports and oversees the goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for Airport Operations and safety programs
- Supports the Aerodrome Certification requirements as outlined in the Overseas Territories Aviation Regulations (OTAR's) regulations and standards
- Supports the administration and training of Airport Operations work standards and safety programs
- Assists in coordinating the emergency response to all potential and actual aircraft accidents, bomb threats, environmental accidents, and ramp accidents
- Ensures programs are in compliance with regulatory agencies; implements changes or improvements concerning the daily operations of the airfield; continuously monitors skill levels and determines training needs; coordinates, monitors, and evaluates law enforcement, Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting Services, and Air Traffic Control
- Oversees services provided by the Bermuda Airport Authority (BAA) in support of OTAR requirements
- Assists in the oversight of the management of the Airport Security contracts and the activities of the security section staff
- Coordinates the updating of the Airport Operations Manual, Airport Emergency Plan, and the Airport Security Plan
- Has management remit over a team of five (5) Airport Duty Officers and one (1) Air Operations Officer.
Police inspector
Bermuda Reserve Police
Hamilton, Bermuda
2001.05 - Current
- Responsible for the overall management of four (4) Sergeants and sixteen (37) Constables.
- Assists with disciplinary matters related to Reserve Officers within the organization.
- Identifies training needs and arranges the same via the organization’s Training Department.
- Attends Senior Management Team meetings for the overall management of the organization.
- Performs operational duty to include patrols, arrests, file preparation, and all other responsibilities required by a Police Officer.
- Conducts case and file reviews of personnel prior to final submission to Court.
- Maintains oversight and conducts administrative functions for the smooth and effective running of the Operations Department and Specialist Operations, including the Community Policing Division, Recruitment and Administration, and the Reserve Coast Guard.
- Together with the Senior Management Team, assists with setting the direction for the strategic direction of the Bermuda Reserve Police.
- Conducts ceremonial drill instruction for members of the Bermuda Reserve Police and Bermuda Police Service.
Director of Security Compliance
Coral Jet
St. George’s
2021.11 - 2022.11
- Has remit over two (2) Security Compliance Officers
- Assists with developing and implementing an air operator security program for Coral Jet to meet the requirements of OTARS 178
- Conducts a wide range of security audits of airports serviced by Coral Jet
- Trains aviation security-sensitive staff in accordance with the requirements of OTARS 178 and Coral Jet’s corresponding manual
- Promotes security awareness and vigilance for all employees and business partners of Coral Jet and, where appropriate, provides the requisite security training
- Reports security-related incidents and renders recommendations to prevent reoccurrences
- Monitors industry security concerns that may have an impact on operations
- Makes recommendations to senior management on matters pertaining to security
- Develop and maintain a security awareness program within Coral Jet
- Responsible for aviation security quality assurance management within Coral Jet
- Other tasks as assigned by Coral Jet’s Accountable Manager.
Principal Compliance Officer
Department of Immigration
Hamilton
2014.04 - 2022.01
- Has remit over a team of fifteen (15) Senior Immigration Inspectors, both at the Airport and Immigration Headquarters
- Manages the primary and secondary inspection process conducted by Bermuda Customs Officers at all of Bermuda’s ports of entry
- Provide guidance and, if required, training for Bermuda Customs Officers in the Department of Immigration’s Border Management System
- Investigates matters of referred passengers and renders appropriate decisions as to the admissibility of an individual
- Provides oversight and guidance to Senior Immigration Inspectors regarding investigations and conducts case reviews prior to submission of the same to the Minister for Immigration, Chief Immigration Officer, and Compliance Manager
- Conduct compliance checks of businesses and properties to ensure compliance with the Bermuda Immigration and Protection Act, 1956, and related policies
- Exercised arrest powers based on legislation and prepared files for court appearances
- Assigns cases and conducts case management and assessments of each Senior Immigration Inspector
- Prepares deportations to include obtaining various permissions from high-level officials of foreign countries where the deportation is to transit or terminate
- Works closely with various foreign and local intelligence agencies for information gathering and exchange
- Liaises with foreign agencies regarding the identification of dangerous individuals and those who are being prepared for deportation from Bermuda
- Manages and administers investigation processes in accordance with the Bermuda Immigration & Protection Act, 1956, and the related policies
- Attends monthly meetings with various Law Enforcement Heads to discuss national security and to update the attendees on matters identified by the Department of Immigration, ongoing investigations, court appearances, deportations, and other relevant information
- Participates in various high-level committees that not only set the direction for the Department of Immigration’s Compliance Section but also provide input and guidance prior to the commencement of new products, processes, or procedures
- Conducts performance appraisals and reviews for my direct reports
- Initiates disciplinary action and/or development of personnel under my remit subject to the nature of the circumstances
- Performs briefings regarding the daily operations
- Participates on interview panels for other Government Departments when requested
- Performs numerous other duties relevant to the post as requested by the Compliance Manager, Assistant Chief Immigration Officer, Chief Immigration Officer, and/or Permanent Secretary.
Airport Duty Officer
Department of Airport Operations
St. George's
2007.01 - 2014.04
- Managed the aerodrome to ensure smooth daily operations
- Conducted terminal and airfield inspections to ensure operational readiness and reported any damage or issues to the relevant sections for repairs
- Responded to all emergencies in and around the Airport (including diversions, emergency landings, security matters, police intervention, etc.) and coordinated the actions to address the same
- Coordinated and assigned gate assignments for commercial flights during shift
- Liaised closely with Air Traffic Control, Bermuda Weather Service, Wildlife Control, Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service, and other tenants regarding matters pertaining to their respective agencies
- Performed daily briefings with Senior Managers and all concerned, with respect to irregular operations and matters which required addressing
- Handled security-related matters
- Provided assistance to VIPs, VVIPs, passengers, and tenants when required
- Ensured all maintenance issues were rectified in a timely manner
- Ensured all airport employees followed the guidelines as dictated by the Department of Airport Operations.
Education
Diploma - Airport International Business Management
ITAerea Aeronautical Business School
Bermuda Secondary School Certificate - undefined
St. George's Secondary School
St. George's, BermudaSkills
- Communication skills
- Public relations
- Leadership
- Time management
- Team building
Certification
- Evidence Preservation and Accident Investigation Familiarization Course – Air Accident Investigation Branch – (United Kingdom)
- Mass Casualty Management
- Air Law – Air Safety Support International (United Kingdom)
- Escort and Follow Me Operations Course (Airports Council International)
- Global Reporting Format - Runway Condition Report (Airports Council International)
- Operating Flight Crew - OTARS 179 - Air Safety Support International - (United Kingdom)
- Threat Assessment Training - Department for Transport - (United Kingdom)
- Countering Proliferation Financing - Royal United Institute for Defense and Security Studies (United Kingdom)
- Investigations and Interviews
- Aircraft Accident Investigations - Air Accident Investigation Branch (United Kingdom)
- Airport Operations - (Airports Council International)
- Safety Management Systems - (Airports Council International)
- Airport Security Training - (Airports Council International)
- Dangerous Goods - (International Civil Aviation Organization)
- Global Navigational Satellite System Procedure Training – (Jeppesen Dataplan)
- Secondary Surveillance Radar Procedure Training – (Jeppesen Dataplan)
- Airside Operations Course - British Airports Authority (United Kingdom)
- Ground Security Coordinators Course (Jet Blue Airways)
- Manual and Automated Weight and Balance (Delta Airlines)
- Inoperative Fuel Gauge (Delta Airlines)
Accomplishments
- Police Commissioner’s Merit Award – (2022)
- Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal - (2022)
- Police Colonial Long Service and Good Conduct Medal - (2016)
- Reserve Police Officer of the Year - (2014)
- Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal - (2012)
- Police Commissioner’s Commendation - (2008)
- Police Commissioner’s Merit Award - (2008)
- Police Commissioner’s Letter of Good Work - (2006)
- Police Commissioner’s Letter of Good Work - (2005)
Affiliations
- Director – One Touch Security Bahamas Limited – (2023 to Present)
- Member of the Institute for Line Management (MInstLM) – United Kingdom – (2023 to Present)
- Director – Universal Security Alliance Limited - (2021 to Present)
- Member of the Charter Management Institute (MCMI) - United Kingdom - (2021 to Present)
Personal Information
Nationality: Bermudian
Custom
References upon request.
Timeline
Airport Operations Manager
Bermuda Skyport Corporation
2022.11 - Current
Director of Security Compliance
Coral Jet
2021.11 - 2022.11
Principal Compliance Officer
Department of Immigration
2014.04 - 2022.01
Airport Duty Officer
Department of Airport Operations
2007.01 - 2014.04
Police inspector
Bermuda Reserve Police
2001.05 - Current
Diploma - Airport International Business Management
ITAerea Aeronautical Business School
Bermuda Secondary School Certificate - undefined
St. George's Secondary School