Testimonials
Here are a selection of Testimonials and references for work I have carried out over the years.
“Shaun in recent months has carried out a number of very important tasks for me on behalf of a number of clients. Time after time he has delivered and has gone above and beyond what was expected of him.
Shaun is a true professional whom is always turned out in immaculate order and dressed appropriately for whatever task is at hand.
His subject knowledge, timekeeping, and friendly personable approach to work puts both myself and the client instantly at ease in the knowledge that whatever task is given to him is being taken care of.
A highly recommended operator whom takes a huge pride in his profession a true credit to himself.”
Nick McCarthy. ABI Solutions - May 08 (nick.mccarthy@abisolutions.co.uk)
“Shaun worked for us through Team Fusion to oversee and carry out our personal protection on recent trips to Eastern Europe.
Our conversations with Shaun were both professional and friendly, he was accommodating, organised and responsive. He carefully articulated his role and was careful to understand our needs.
Shaun’s presence ensured our comfort and safety and ensured we could go about all of our activities with total peace of mind.
I confidently recommend Shaun for any position requiring personal protection. Shaun is attentive to the needs of his clients and goes above and beyond the call of duty to deliver the highest calibre of service at all times.”
R.S.F. Top International Pop Group - August 07
“I have worked with Shaun for over 12 months in both Kandahar and Lashkar Gar, Afghanistan and am delighted to have the opportunity to write this reference.
Shaun is very experienced and extremely well motivated, he is very loyal, hard working and is always keen to take on extra responsibility he is a true professional in everything he does.
Shaun is highly dependable, whilst working under me any task given to him would be carried out to the highest of standards. Shaun has stepped up as Team Leader on numerous tasks and has been actively involved in the planning of many tasks/operations whilst in Lashkar Gar, Helmand.
Having worked with top government officials on the FCO contract he has been subject to many sensitive conversations and movements, he has gone about his work with professionalism and integrity, never once discussing any topic he may have overheard with his peers.
I have no doubt Shaun will do well in whatever he does, it has been an absolute pleasure to have worked with him. I would have no hesitation in recommending Shaun to anyone requiring security management or close protection.”
Andy Bhamra, Armor Group Team Leader - May 07
“I have known Shaun as a valued member of the HM Revenue and Customs Close Protection Team in Kanadahar, Afghanistan since March 2006. Kandahar is an extremely hostile working environment and as the principal I have always found that Shaun constantly maintains a vigilant and professional approach to his duties. As a member of the team he makes considered and logical decisions based on all of the available intelligence when planning moves in and around Kandahar city. He is willing to amend his movement plans to accommodate the needs of the principal, but only if it does not result in unacceptable risk. Should a proposed move pose too great a risk he explains the reasons for his opinion in a reasoned manner and seeks to find an alternative, safer way for the principal to achieve his business needs.
With his intelligent and calm approach, Shaun commands the respect of other team members in Kandahar and is also very much a team player and is a considerable asset to any team. He has maintained a cheerful and friendly attitude despite the primitive conditions he and the rest of the team have lived in for the past 12 months.
He is calm and practical in emergency situations, qualities that have come to the fore on various occasions when our convoy has been in and around Kandahar city.
His friendly, outgoing and confident manner along with his professionalism is reassuring to the principal, especially in such a hazardous environment as Kandahar. When required to accompany me into meetings he provided unobtrusive security and has never disclosed what he may have heard in the course of discussions.
I have no hesitation in recommending Shaun to anyone requiring close protection whether armed or not.”
T.O. HMRC - Sept 06
“Task Force ARES would like to congratulate Shaun West for exceptionally meritorious service to the French Task Group ARES.
For the fast and disinterested service he provided which enabled the French detachment in K.A.F. to maintain its full operational capacity. Quite rightly so he deserves to be congratulated.”
SGM Vas, French LNO - April 06
“I am delighted with the opportunity to write this letter of recommendation for Mr Shaun West. Mr West takes great pride as a Security Specialist (PSD) working for Armor Group that is solely contracted to Environmental Chemical Corporation (ECC). Mr West is an aggressive, intelligent and responsible individual that already displays the maturity and leadership qualities of a team player into the leadership role.
Mr West continues to strive to advance himself professionally and at the same time contributes to his company (Armor Group). His leadership and communication skills are among his strongest assets. I have found that Mr West to be diplomatic and confident in a variety of situations, including under intense pressure and stressful scenarios. In addition, he displayed heroic actions and efforts during hostile attacks during convoy operations and made flawless decisions in assisting his team with clients to a safe zone in Iraq.
Mr West is able to perform efficiently, effectively and knowledgeably under any circumstance and possesses the skills necessary to administer a project. Overall, Mr West conducts himself with the highest of standards and is a very strong leader. Furthermore he is a unique individual with a positive attitude who can accept responsibility to complete a project with minimal oversight or direction. His excellent administrative skills and ability makes him a valuable asset. I would highly recommend him to any organisation seeking these qualities in an individual.
I strongly recommend Mr Shaun West to any position of trust in either the public or private sector.”
Luis Arellano, Site Security Manager, Camp Buckmaster Iraq - Feb 06