Spotlight on FIRST Security’s STRIVE Awards

Photo: Jean Du Plessis (Branch Manager), Tim Covic (CEO) and 2023 FieldStaff Employees of the Year - Safe City Team: Jacinta Mooney, Angelina Riley and Lucy Sherson.

 

At FIRST Security, we understand that our success is built on the foundation of the team’s efforts and achievements. That’s why we take immense pride in celebrating the exceptional contributions of our staff through our monthly Employee STRIVE Awards, along with our annual Employee of the Year Awards.

The STRIVE Awards are not just accolades; they are a testament to the commitment and excellence our team members exhibit daily across the country.

These awards are a core component of our company’s ethos, helping us to demonstrate and recognise how our staff across the FIRST Security organisation bring our values to life in their work every single day.

What is the STRIVE Awards?

Initiated in 2021, the STRIVE Awards were designed to spotlight and honour those across the organisation who go the extra mile in their role and make a major impact within the company, for our clients, and in the communities we serve.                                                                                           

The awards are open to all employees, including permanent or fixed-term, full-time or part-time and casual employees. Winners are recognised monthly, and then go into the pool of nominees for the Employee of the Year awards that are held on an annual basis.

How has it impacted employees?

Since its inception, the STRIVE program has received 650 nominations, resulting in over 150 monthly winners to date – a testament to this initiative's widespread impact and appreciation across the organisation.

By celebrating the exceptional contributions of our employees and aligning nominations to our core values, these awards underscore the principles that guide us every day: Care, Integrity, Accountability, and Innovation.

The Awards have seen improved employee engagement and overall performance over time. From whole teams working effectively together to individuals identifying clear risks in the community, past winners of STRIVE have shown empathy, leadership and strong action that combined can often have lifesaving impacts.

Winners of the 2023 Fieldstaff Employees of the Year were the SafeCity Team from Palmerston North. They were nominated for going above and beyond helping the Police and creating a safe vibe at night on the streets of Palmerston North. Angelina Riley said “We feel awesome to be recognised by the community and by FIRST Security”. Check out their video here.

How do I nominate a FIRST Security employee?

If you know someone who has championed the FIRST Security values or made a real difference to our people, customers and communities, please nominate them here.

Celebrating Excellence – why not join our team?

As we continue to expand and evolve the STRIVE Awards, our commitment to recognising and celebrating the outstanding contributions of our employees remains steadfast.

We not only highlight individual and team excellence but also reinforce our core values of Care, Integrity, Accountability and Innovation. These values are not just words—they are the pillars that support every achievement and every effort that goes above and beyond.

By fostering a culture that values and rewards these principles, we ensure that FIRST Security remains a leader not only in security solutions but also as an employer of choice.

At FIRST Security we strive for a more secure future, empowered by a team that is truly the best in the business.

Discover more about FIRST Security and how you can be a part of our thriving team.