Eastside Protection Pty Ltd was established in April 1991. The company was founded by two former New South Wales Police Officers with the mission of providing a reliable, honest and cost effective manpower security service.

Our goal has always been to build a lasting relationship with select clients and maintain a personalised level of service. We believe that this partnering approach will ensure client satisfaction.

Eastside Protection currently holds a public liability insurance policy to the sum of $20,000,000.00 (twenty million dollars). All appropriate awards (including holiday and sick pay), Workers Compensation and Superannuation are strictly adhered to.

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JOHN W ORMSBY - DIRECTOR

John is a former Police Officer with over 16 years distinguished service within the New South Wales Police Force. Most of this service was performed within the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney.

During this time John was attached to Special Branch. This section of the Police Force is charged with advising on matters of state and the protection of visiting dignitaries. John has been involved in the close escort protection of members of the British Royal Family and other heads of State.

John has received small arms weapon training with the New South Wales Police Force, the Los Angeles Police Department and Seattle Police Department.

John was awarded the National Medal for Police for his exemplary service. This Police service coupled with his security expertise, totals 28 years within law enforcement.

On the 21 September 1992, John was summoned before the New South Wales Parliament to make a submission in relation to the improving the Security Protection Industry. A number of recommendations made by John have been introduced by the New South Wales Government.

Eastside Protection Pty Ltd currently provides security services to the following organisations:-

The Hyde Park Museum, Deutsche Asset Management, New South Wales Mint, Justice and Police Museum, Museum of Sydney, Vaucluse House, Elizabeth Bay House, AMP Asset Management, GIO, Knight Frank, Jones Lang LaSalle, CSR, Sothebys and the Mirvac Group.