Wilson, who has held chief executive roles at the Gangmasters Licensing Authority and the Defence Vetting Agency, said he was joining an organisation with an important regulatory role.
“The SIA has accomplished a great deal in a relatively short period of time,” he said.
“It worked closely with Government and with the private security industry to draw up a range of security standards. And today, over 230,000 individuals hold valid SIA licences, more than 368,000 SIA specified qualifications have been awarded and 378 security companies are Approved Contractors.
“This is an impressive achievement that reflects well on the quality and commitment of all staff.”
Married with three children, Wilson’s hobbies include shooting, deer management and fishing. He said he was looking forward to working with the authority’s directors and staff and with the private security industry at large.
“I am particularly interested in improving our service to customers, to ensure that we minimise any regulatory burden on the industry, and in showing that the Authority is achieving the outcomes envisaged in the Private Security Industry Act 2001.”
