I bring more than 22 years corporate security experience managing high risk security and safety operations within the Middle East, Africa and Central Asia on behalf of major western companies, the last 15 of them within the gas & oil industry both onshore and offshore before setting up Hawkesandco which specialises in consultancy and training options for corporate businesses. Having served 24 years in the British military including 14 years with 22 SAS (B Sqn Mountain Troop) which included 6 years covert operations and a two year posting within the British Intelligence Services (MI5) as a military Advisor, so feel we have the experience and knowledge in keeping people and businesses safe. For the past 12 months we have been integral in assisting in the development of Martyn’s Law Legislation, including training of staff at venues.
Education and Qualifications:
- Level 3 Education & Training (2024)
- Advanced K&R Management (2019)
- Situational Awareness Instructor (2018)
- Train the Trainer (2015)
- Kidnap & Ransom Management (2015)
- 2020 IRCA OH&S Lead Auditor (2007)
- MSc in Security & Risk Management (2001/2003)
- NEBS Diploma (Security Management) (2000)
- NEBOSH Health and Safety Management Diploma (2000)
- NVQ 4 in Training and Development (2000)
- Instructor Qualification (BTEC Level 2) in Conflict Management (2000)
- Instructor Qualification (BTEC Level 2) in VIP Close Protection (2000).
Training:
- Personal Safety & Situational Awareness, (including Breakaway and Restraint techniques)
- All Aspects of Kidnap and Ransom (K&R)
- Active Shooter – Marauding Terrorist Attack (Maryn’s Law)
- Travel Safety
- Conflict Management with both verbal and physical de-escalation
- Offshore Security.