SNP's Longest Serving Security Officer wins Award

SNP Security’s oldest serving patrol officer has joined an elite group after being recognised for years of dedicated service to the State Government. At the tender age of eight (or 56 in human years), Jag was the first SNP Security ‘employee’ to be presented a medal in honour of service by the Australian Defence Force Trackers and War Dogs Association (ADFTWDA).

Managing Director of SNP Security, Tom Roche, is delighted that Jag is able to receive recognition for the many years of service he has provided to Railcorp through his work with SNP.

“There has been a 20% reduction in graffiti and vandalism reported in the Railcorp train yards where Jag worked, which means ultimately more savings to the government in cleaning and maintenance costs.

“Jag is a shining example of SNP’s canine patrols. It’s great to have some formal acknowledgement of the contribution our dogs have made in protecting people, business and the community at large,” says Tom.

The medals have been created by ADFTWDA to recognise the important role canines have played in serving their nation in times of war and peace. Dogs that have provided aggregated service of five years or more to either State or Federal government within Australia or on foreign soil, such as Afghanistan, will be acknowledged.

“Rapid advancements in security technology mean we now have hi-tech security software that can cover large areas thoroughly and at a relatively low cost. Dogs are not as widely required due to advances in other forms of security, but they are still highly effective in certain applications such as Railcorp as both 'detection' and ‘deterrent’ of intruders,” says Tom.

But Jag isn’t complaining, he’s off to a life of leisurely retirement with an endless supply of bones to bury in the garden.