Specialist Support in Security, Education & Project Delivery
SAARAs team of specialists partner with your organisation to fill the expertise and capacity gaps that are currently holding you back from progress. Let’s talk
Security
Independent Security Reviews & Assessments
Strategic Security Planning
Physical Security Solutions Design
Project Management
End-to-End Project Management & Delivery
Security Infrastructure Projects
Facilities Management & Optimisation
Education
Support for Training Providers and Tertiary Education Organisations (TEOs)
Transitional Change Assistance
Workplace Training
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After many years of partnering with our clients, we have learned that many organisations understand what they need but are struggling to find the expertise or capacity they need to make consistent progress. That’s why SAARA exists, to bridge the gap between where you are, and where you would like to take your organisation.
Security
Independent security reviews and long-term planning for strategic and cost-effective physical security New Zealand-wide.
Independent Security Reviews & Assessments
Conducting in-depth security audits and risk assessment to identify vulnerabilities.
Strategic Security Planning
Developing tailored, long-term security strategies that align with organisational goals and risk tolerance.
Physical Security Solutions Design
Designing integrated physical security solutions, including access control, surveillance systems, and perimeter security.
Education
Alignment Advisory Services
We partner with education providers to develop strategic plans that ensure alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Curriculum Development & Program Design
Assisting organisations to design industry relevant training programs that meet both learner requirements, employer expectations and government standards.
Workplace Training
Collaborating with commercial organisations to create customised workplace training programs.
Project Management
The successful delivery of projects within the security, industrial & commercial electronics industries.
End-to-End Project Management & Delivery
Providing comprehensive project management solutions that cover every stage from initial concept through to final implementation and handover.
Security Infrastructure Projects
Designing and implementing advanced physical security systems, including access control, CCTV, and intruder detection.
Facilities Management & Optimisation
Delivering projects focused on optimising building management systems.
Experts in various fields ready to assist

David Nielsen
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Melody Jones
FINANCE & EXECUTIVE LIAISON

Brett Stonyer
SECURITY DIVISION LEAD

Diana Pena
PROJECTS DIVISION LEAD

Dave Marr
EDUCATION DIVISION LEAD
Insights
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NZQA Updates for PTEs in 2026
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