Security that fits the real risk
Many mine site security arrangements grew piece by piece: a guarding contract here, a camera system there, an informal arrangement with local police. The result can be expensive, poorly matched to the actual threats, and exposed to human rights risk.
We step back and ask the strategic questions. What are the real threats? What is the security function for? Is the response proportionate, lawful and consistent with the Voluntary Principles? And is security supporting the operation's social licence — or undermining it?
When to engage us
- Establishing or restructuring a site or corporate security function
- Retendering or reviewing private security contracts
- Working alongside police or military providing security near an operation
- Following a serious incident, use-of-force event or allegation
- Entering a new country or a changing threat environment
How we work
Threat and risk assessment
We assess threats to people, assets and operations, and the human rights risks associated with security arrangements.
Capability review
We review structure, contractors, training, equipment, procedures and coordination with public security.
Proportionate response framework
We develop escalation and use-of-force frameworks that match the threat and respect human rights.
Contractor and public security alignment
Clear contract requirements, vetting and training for private security, and documented arrangements with public security.
Strategy and roadmap
A security strategy and implementation plan your leadership can resource and track.
What you receive
- A security and human rights risk assessment
- A security function and capability review
- Use-of-force and escalation frameworks
- Private security contract and public security engagement recommendations
- A security strategy and prioritised roadmap
Standards and frameworks
Relevant experience
- Established the security function at Newcrest Mining from the ground up
- Provided corporate oversight of security operations in conflict-affected regions of Papua New Guinea
- Implemented enterprise crisis management systems across multi-site operations
- Designed and delivered VPSHR-aligned security and human rights scenario training
- Senior military officer before an 18+ year career in mining security
Frequently asked questions
What is a risk-based security assessment?
It starts from the actual threats and vulnerabilities at your operation — not a generic guarding model — and builds a security approach proportionate to those risks, including the human rights risks security itself can create.
Do you review private security contractors?
Yes. We review contractor selection, vetting, training, rules for the use of force, supervision and contract terms, and recommend improvements.
How do you handle public security forces?
We help you understand the risks of relying on police or military, document arrangements, and engage responsibly in line with the Voluntary Principles.
Can you help us build a security function from scratch?
Yes. Our principal established the security function at Newcrest Mining from the ground up.