About Recon

Professional, highly trained, responsive security solutions

Recon Security Limited (Recon) is a comprehensive commercial and residential security contractor offering professional security alarms, active alarm monitoring, rapid response and diligent security guard personnel throughout the Auckland and Wellington regions, as well as regional New Zealand.

Recon have been utilising cutting edge technology, quality assured systems and an expertly trained workforce to provide leading security services to the residential, government and commercial sectors since 1995.

100% New Zealand owned and boasting a workforce in excess of 150 personnel, Recon is currently one of the largest Wellington-owned security companies in New Zealand.

We pride ourselves on our meticulous approach to market insight, progressive innovation, sustainability and industry best practice, with our market appeal lying principally in the range and breadth of services available, as well as the standard to which we meet and exceed the needs and expectations of our clients.

Recon employee only highly competent, expertly trained security professionals, well versed in best practice operating procedures, whilst our professional management structure ensures our staff are both supported and challenged to perform to the best of their abilities.

Recon’s operations are effectively coordinated through a state of the art control centre, using advanced technology to ensure optimal, efficient service delivery, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Recon is committed to:

Keeping up to date with industry best practice through continued research and training
Protecting the integrity of all clients through highly professional conduct
Developing an individualised service, based on particular client requirements and needs
Positive partnerships with clients through transparent, effective systems and procedures
Clear, timely communication
A triple bottom line philosophy that considers and addresses the economic, social and environmental impact the company’s systems and processes may have on all stakeholders

Recon provides excellence in security services, using sophisticated systems and a collaborative approach to working with employees and clients to deliver industry leading services and support.

Management Team

Our people are experts in their field, talk to us today about your security needs

Johnny TaitAuckland Service Delivery Manager

Johnny Tait is Recon’s Service Delivery Manager for Auckland. Johnny brings with him 30 years’ experience in both security and sales and 20 years in operations and retail management. Johnny works with a client-focused approach and is especially skilled in customer service as a result of his 30+ years working with clients and customers. Johnny’s strengths lie in his ability to lead staff in a way that is well-aligned with Recon’s core values: Professionalism, accountability, and teamwork.

Joe O'BoyleQuality Control Manager

Joe O'Boyle is Recon’s Quality Control and Events Manager. Joe brings with him an extensive background in sales/retail and customer service-focused roles. Joe is responsible for ensuring that the quality of our service and performance of our front-line staff is on par with our clients' security needs and expectations.

Gregory BucktonBusiness Development Manager

Greg has been in the Security Industry for over 25 years and brings with him extensive experience across Technical, Guarding, Monitoring Centre, Call Centre and fleet departments. Placing an emphasis on team-building and leadership, Greg has worked with success across various managerial and supervisor roles in South Africa and most recently, New Zealand. Previously tasked with the responsibility of managing large teams of guard forces, Greg has developed his leaderships skills to reflect flexibility and adaptability and aims to bring these assets to the Recon team.

Living Wage

We believe all New Zealanders deserve the right to earn a decent income

Recon Security believe passionately in a fair and just society for all.

We firmly believe that paying a fair and just minimum living wage is a key factor in supporting New Zealand’s economy and sustaining quality of life and community wellbeing for all New Zealanders.

There are many mutual benefits to both employer and employee in committing to a fair living wage.

Recon Security is currently the only security company in New Zealand to pay its employees the Living Wage (where contracts support it).

By selecting Recon Security as your security contractor, you are choosing to better the lives of ordinary New Zealanders and supporting the goals of Living Wage: Aotearoa New Zealand.

Company Benefits of the Living Wage

Decreased staff turnover
Retention and development of skills and knowledge within a business
Lower rates of absenteeism and sick leave
Higher quality work by NZ Marshals
Increased morale and motivation

Cultivating a sense of feeling valued and worthwhile in employees
Less stress on families and relationships, due to financial hardships
More time spent with children, supporting them with school work and development
Fewer children left alone to care for younger siblings
Being able to provide the basics for families, such as food, clothing and basic medical care

Sponsorship

We believe in giving back to community organisations

Policies

Our policies define the way we exceed customer expectations when providing solutions

Environmental Policy

Recon Security Limited is committed to leading the industry in minimising the impact of its activities on the environment.

Privacy Policy

This privacy policy sets out how Recon Security Limited uses and protects any information that you give Recon Security Limited when you use this website.

Quality Policy

Recon Security’s quality assurance encompasses all the policies, systems and processes that form the framework of our service delivery.

Health & Safety Policy

Recon acknowledges it is imperative to provide employees with a safe and healthy place in which to work.

Corporate Responsibility Policy

Corporate and Social Responsibility is defined as the integration of business operations and values.

Equal Opportunities Policy

Recon Security Limited recognises it's moral and legal responsibilities to provide an equal opportunity workplace.

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