Client: Australian Border Force & Australian Trusted Trader

What: Develop a training and skilling program to provide ABF Officer with the capability to perform security evaluation, assessment and assurance activities in line with legislative requirements and risk-based principles

Linked to: Developing the capability of organizational security practitioners

Providence was engaged by the Australian Border Force (ABF) to develop a comprehensive training and skilling program for ABF officers involved in the Australian Trusted Trader (ATT) Programme. This initiative aimed to equip officers with the capability to conduct security evaluations, assessments, and assurance activities aligned with legislative requirements and risk-based principles.

To meet the World Customs Organisation’s (WCO) security objectives, Providence conducted over 40 security assessments of commercial entities and co-designed a training continuum tailored to the needs of the ABF. The program included a six-day training course focused on security risk analysis, complemented by individual mentoring for over 30 personnel. A student information manual was developed to support the learning process.

This training enhanced officers’ confidence and skills, enabling them to perform thorough and methodical security assessments. The program has directly contributed to the ATT Programme conducting over 900 assessments, providing the ABF with a sustainable capability to meet its security obligations effectively.