Our History
Originally formed in 1995, NE Security Ltd. is a Hartlepool based company who continue to successfully operate throughout the North East.
The founder of the company, Dave Garside, is an ex-pro boxer who started working the doors of Hartlepool and surrounding areas from the age of 18.
Over time, he gained a reputation for his high standards and brilliant work ethic. He moved into managing door security contracts for venues, before naturally progressing into other areas of security servicing, and providing them to some of the biggest businesses in the area.
Dave continues to lead the company on a day-to-day basis, alongside a dedicated and passionate management team.
About Us
Here at NE Security Ltd., we work by an ethos that prioritises quality, safety and assurance. We are a passionate, determined force that prioritises the safety and security of our clients, and we provide this through hard-work and dedication.
We are proud to have gained an excellent reputation throughout the security industry and this is evidenced by our working relationships with our long term, prestigious clients in both the private and public sector.
We always strive to provide a service which exceeds our clients’ expectations and continually look to improve our procedures including health and safety which is and will always be our number one priority.
Our Team
NE Security Ltd. are a well-established, reputable company and are trusted throughout the local area. The company has retained the same management and supervision team for over 15 years, which in turn results in a stable, knowledgeable and experienced service for our clients.
Retaining the same team for such a long period also proves that we are a loyal, dedicated and highly motivated company, which can only be of significant benefit to our clients.
Screening
All employees of NE Security Ltd. – be it full-time, part-time, or sub-contractors – undergo a rigorous screening process in order for us to obtain evidence that could adversely reflect in their suitability for a position within the company.
All personnel deployed are screened and vetted in accordance with SIA ACS and ISO 9001. All references are thoroughly checked and personnel are subject to our enhanced CRB check where necessary.
Security guards are screened to ensure that they have the relevant qualifications and checked with SIA as to whether their SIA licenses are still valid.
Health and Safety
Health and safety is and will always be the number one priority for NE Security Ltd., and this includes the safety and welfare of our employees.
We employ experienced health & safety and environmental specialists to ensure we provide a safe working environment at all times. All sites are continually assessed and monitored to confirm safe working procedures that are compliant with regulatory requirements.
Written working instructions and risk assessments are provided for all sites on which NE Security Ltd. personnel are assigned.
Staff Information
All static staff (except covert) will wear the company uniform comprising of professional shirt and tie, jacket and trousers. The predominant colour of the uniform is black. The company name is shown as NE Security Ltd. on the jumper. In circumstances where it is necessary, staff will wear high-vis uniforms or full PPE.
All security staff are issued with ID cards showing company details, recent photograph, issue date, expiry date, name, staff number, and signature. This card is worn or carried by all staff, including covert.
Door supervisors wear the required uniform and brand of the client, or the standard NE Security Ltd. uniform. All door supervisors are trained in, Unit 1 – roles and responsibilities and Unit 2 – conflict management, in accordance with the Security Industry Authority (SIA).








Some of our valued clients





