Leading security provider Octavian Security has announced the
appointment of a new head of human resources.
Barbara Chawner will manage the HR department at Octavian's Head
Office, bringing with her a strong portfolio of HR experience in
the security / facilities management sector, with stints at both
Securicor and Serco.
One of Barbara's key roles will be to oversee Octavian's
recruitment process, taking control of the vetting and screening of
all potential candidates to ensure that they meet the criteria of
BS 7858, the British Standard for individuals employed in the
security industry.
As well as her previous facilities management experience,
Barbara has used her standing as an MCIPD in HR to work as a
self-employed consultant. During this time, she delivered HR and
management skills training courses to several high profile clients,
including the Bank of England and the UK's biggest selling book
publisher, Random House Publishing.
Commenting on the new appointment, Octavian's operations
director Sam Singh said:
"Barbara's qualifications and experience will serve to
strengthen our HR division even further. She has an impressive
track record for proactive delivery of commercially focused and
pragmatic HR solutions in both private and voluntary sectors, as
well as an outstanding reputation for establishing HR best
practice.
'By overseeing the recruitment process, Barbara will also ensure
that the Octavian team continues to be made up of the country's
most reliable and experienced security professionals."