Business Details
36 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Comprehensive Security Solutions
Established in 1990 by former RAF Senior Police officers, Watch-It Security Services is Newark's premier and largest security firm. We specialise in providing comprehensive security solutions across Newark, Lincoln, Grantham, and surrounding areas. Our SIA-licensed team delivers static guards, mobile patrols, and key holding services tailored to commercial, industrial, and high-risk sites. With over three decades of experience, we combine modern technology like tamper-proof checkpoint systems with rigorous staff vetting and training to ensure client peace of mind.Our 24/7 services include alarm response, site monitoring, and emergency assistance, supported by a commitment to adapt solutions to individual client needs. Backed by long-standing client relationships and testimonials from organisations like Center Parcs and Newark and Sherwood District Council, we prioritise reliability, professionalism, and proactive security management. Our directors, Ron De Raad and George Walker, bring extensive military police experience to lead a team dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of security excellence.
Services
Static Guards
Mobile Patrols
Key Holding
Alarm Response
24/7 Security
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in professional security services.
- Our SIA-licensed guards undergo rigorous vetting and site-specific training.
- We provide 24/7 emergency response and alarm activation coverage.
- Our checkpoint system offers verifiable proof of patrol routes and times.
- We serve clients ranging from small businesses to national organisations.
Associations and certifications
- Security Industry Authority (SIA) Approved Contractor
What people say
Efficient and helpful
Excellent speed of response
Reliable and trustworthy
Friendly and professional
Dedicated and committed
Services
Static Guards
Our uniformed SIA-licensed guards provide continuous physical deterrence at commercial and industrial premises. Services include access control, asset protection, and enforcement of company policies during out-of-hours or 24/7 operations. Officers receive site-specific training to manage high-risk environments like building sites and industrial areas.
Mobile Patrols
Scheduled and random patrols ensure comprehensive site monitoring using tamper-proof checkpoint systems. Guards conduct hourly visits, inspect doors/windows/fencing, and provide unlock/lock services while delivering weekly reports detailing patrol activity and any identified concerns to maintain client awareness.
Key Holding
Secure key storage enables rapid response to alarm activations with trained SIA-licensed personnel. We eliminate the need for staff call-outs during emergencies, provide 24/7 coverage, and coordinate additional emergency services when required to ensure site security and safety.
People
Ron De Raad
Director
Former RAF Police officer with nuclear security experience who founded Watch-It Security Services in 1990. He established the company's reputation for dedicated service through proactive security measures and client-focused solutions.
George Walker
Director
22-year RAF Police veteran with specialist experience in criminal investigation and covert intelligence operations. Joined Watch-It Security in 2004, bringing advanced investigative skills and military discipline to the leadership team.
Questions
What security services do you offer?
We provide static guards, mobile patrols, key holding, and alarm response services tailored to commercial, industrial, and high-risk premises across Newark and surrounding areas.
Are your security personnel licensed?
All our guards are SIA-licensed, fully uniformed, and undergo rigorous vetting and site-specific training to meet industry standards and client requirements.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency response?
Yes, our 24/7 key holding service provides immediate response to alarm activations, including arranging additional emergency assistance when required to secure premises.
How do mobile patrols work?
Our guards conduct scheduled and random patrols using checkpoint systems to verify routes and times, with weekly reports detailing activity and any identified security concerns.
What areas do you cover?
We operate throughout Newark, Lincoln, Grantham, and surrounding areas, providing comprehensive security solutions for both local businesses and national organisations.
How long have you been in business?
Watch-It Security Services has provided professional security solutions since 1990, building long-term client relationships through consistent, reliable service delivery.
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Reviews (3)
Vladimir Kanavalov
Feb 25, 2022
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The best company, really reliable and nice people! Any problems I got been sorted easy and quick! 5 stars
Mark Handson
Feb 09, 2022
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I met a security guard in the entrance and I asked a favor because my wife can't walk easy so he let me in with car and call the company for report my number plate so anybody else knew that I'm in thanks to him! Really lovely person. Thank you guys
Anthony Shiels
Nov 13, 2020
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Every morning ive got up here the lads bin asleep couple times have asked 2 move the car 2 get truck out
