Behind a secure, well-run site, it is a bonus to have a security officer who does far more than guard the perimeter and who builds trust, fosters a culture of safety, and brings peace of mind to people on site. This month, we are thrilled to recognise Akaash Akhtar as our Colleague of the Month for going above and beyond in his role.

Akaash is our officer at Indurent T45 in Leeds, a bustling multi-use estate that supports everything from industrial warehousing and manufacturing to trade counter operations.

Akaash was nominated for willingly lending a helping hand when it was most needed and following the positive feedback from Gayle Thornton, the client’s Regional Facilities Manager. During a recent visit to the site, while inspecting a unit Gayle came across a locked cupboard, which could indicate a potentially hazardous or ominous situation, and asked Akaash to accompany her to open this. Without a moment's hesitation, Akaash stepped up to assist her and, while thankfully nothing was untoward, having Akaash by her side provided Gayle with immense comfort and reassurance.

Gayle highlighted, “Akaash is always pleasant, maintains complete visibility on who is present on site at any given time, and proactively flags issues before they become problems.”

Managing security across an environment with diverse tenant needs requires constant vigilance, clear communication, and adaptable customer service. These are qualities that Akaash displays consistently. This award comes with strong backing from our Contracts Manager Ihtishaam Mahmood and Systems Operations Manager Chris Thompson for excellent service where Akaash embodies our core values by carrying out his role with deep accountability and professionalism; and building strong working relationships by communicating seamlessly with the numerous tenants and contractors across the estate.

Akaash felt very proud and grateful to receive his award: “It means a lot to have my hard work recognised and appreciated. I would also like to thank my manager Ihtishaam for his continued support, understanding, and motivation. This recognition motivates me to keep improving, working hard, and giving my best every day.”

Congratulations, Akaash… keep up the fantastic work!