Wilson James exclusive: Putting people first
Recruitment and retention are the two big issues in the guarding sector of the security industry – Barry Dawson of Wilson James offers some insights Whether it’s down to a negative perception, or a lack of awareness about what it offers, the fact is too few people are currently looking to join the security services […]
Wilson James launches upskill data academy
Wilson James, a leading provider of specialist security, construction logistics and aviation services, has launched a ‘data academy’ in a drive to upskill team members. The Wilson James Data Academy will be offered to the 200 plus managers working across the business, with 15 enrolled in the first cohort. Training will be delivered by tech […]
Wilson James opens the doors to sustainable secure consolidation facility
Wilson James has announced that it will open the doors to its new West London Consolidation Centre (WLCC) in Q1 2022. Located at Communication Park in Feltham, close to Heathrow Airport and the M4 corridor, the WLCC is a highly sustainable zero carbon facility that was specifically chosen by Wilson James as part of its […]
New health and wellbeing platform to support employees launched by Wilson James
Wilson James has introduced a new health and wellbeing platform for its 5,000+ employee workforce. The platform, provided by Vivup, was implemented to reflect Wilson James’ ongoing commitment to invest in its wellbeing resources and provide help at every level of the organisation. Over the past year, Wilson James has seen dramatic changes in its […]
Senior Health and Safety appointment made by Wilson James
Wilson James – the leading provider of safe, secure, customer-led solutions across security, construction logistics and aviation services – has appointed John Hannan to its operational board as Head of Health & Safety, Wellbeing and Sustainability. Hannan joins Wilson James following a 15-year career spanning the construction and rail sectors, including working on projects for […]
Exclusive: Flying high in airport security
Heather Mandizvidza of Wilson James reveals how the company is leading the way when it comes to airport security. During these tumultuous times the aviation industry has been hit incredibly hard, with a significant drop in passenger numbers and global air traffic. However, some routes are still managing to operate and, once the coronavirus pandemic […]
Wilson James acquires The Security Group (TSG)
Wilson James has announced the acquisition of The Security Group (TSG) as part of a long-term strategy to provide clients with holistic solutions to their security and guarding needs. The acquisition will allow Wilson James to meet increasing demand from customers for information-led solutions they require to address security challenges across a range of sectors. […]
Wilson James announces Gemma Quirke as COO
Wilson James, the provider of specialist security, construction logistics and aviation services, has announced the appointment of Gemma Quirke as its Chief Operating Officer (COO). Previously the company’s Managing Director for Security and Aviation, in this newly created position Quirke is responsible for overseeing the company’s growth strategy, implementing new corporate initiatives, strengthening strategic partnerships […]