Western Australia
Perth metropolitan, Pilbara, Goldfields, Kimberley, Great Southern. Specialist capability for remote and off-grid mining operations in WA - our largest active region.
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STATEGUARD INTEGRATED MINING & RESOURCES SECURITY
StateGuard Protective Services delivers certified, professional mining site security solutions across Australia. Protecting personnel, high-value machinery, supply chains, and explosive materials from theft, shrinkage, and OHS liability.
SOLAR POLE CAMERAS
Our solar pole cameras are built to withstand harsh Australian heat and dust. They provide continuous, AI-driven monitoring of regulated materials, fuel dumps, and heavy machinery parks without requiring a power grid or cabling – delivering 24/7 autonomous surveillance to the remotest mining operations across Australia.
- ● Solar CCTV Tower – grid-free, off-road deployable
- ● Off-Grid Remote Mining Site Coverage
- ● AI Motion Analytics – triggers instant dispatch
- ● Grade A1 Monitoring Centre feed – 24/7 live stream
- ● Harsh-weather rated for Pilbara and Goldfields conditions
STRATEGIC GATEHOUSE & LOGISTICS CONTROL
On a mining site, the gatehouse is not just an entry point – it is your first line of defence against shrinkage. StateGuard transforms the gatehouse into a strict Logistics Control Point. Officers physically check every incoming vehicle against delivery manifests, designed to help reduce ghost deliveries, copper theft, and unauthorised equipment
removal.
- ● Manifest Verification
- ● Asset Tracking
- ● Material Inspection
- ● Ghost Delivery Prevention
EMERGENCY SERVICES OFFICERS & LONE WORKER PROTECTION
Safety is paramount in mining. Our Emergency Services Officers (ESO) and your staff are equipped with Mission Talk technology. The Emergency SOS feature designed to promptly that if a worker is injured or threatened in a remote sector, the National Operations Centre (NOC) is notified instantly with GPS coordinates – providing OHS compliance where it counts most.
- ● ESO Patrols
- ● Emergency SOS 7
- ● Mission Talk GPS Tracking
- ● Lone Worker Protection
- ● NOC Integration
- ● Mobile Patrol
MINING SITE THREATS & OUR INTEGRATED SOLUTION
Australian mining sites face an evolving convergence of security risks - from asset shrinkage and explosive storage compliance to remote worker safety and perimeter breaches. StateGuard identifies and addresses the six most critical threats facing mining and resources security with a documented, evidence-grade solution at every point.
COPPER, FUEL & PLANT THEFT PREVENTION
High-value machinery, copper cabling, and fuel theft are the single largest financial loss category in mining. Solar CCTV towers with AI motion detection and rapid alarm response protect heavy plant, structural assets, and fuel dumps. Designed to help reduce surveillance gaps across the operation.
Mining Asset Protection →GHOST DELIVERIES & INVENTORY LOSS
Without gatehouse manifest verification, mining operations are exposed to ghost deliveries and contractor shrinkage. StateGuard officers physically cross-check every incoming vehicle against delivery manifests, Designed to help protect your bottom line from invoice fraud and unverified deliveries.
Supply Chain Security →REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
Regulated materials and secure units require NFC-verified inspections, restricted access controls, and strict compliance under Australian law. StateGuard's NFC tagging system creates a physical, digital, and auditable footprint for every facility check - designed to support compliance with regulatory requirements and insurer documentation obligations.
Asset Safety Compliance →REMOTE OHS EMERGENCY RESPONSE
Isolated mining workers face the highest OHS risk when communication and infrastructure is limited. Mission Talk's Emergency SOS designed to promptly notifies the NOC with GPS coordinates if a worker is threatened or injured in a remote sector - supporting a response reaches them, fast.
Lone Worker Protection →GEO-FENCED HAZARD ZONE CONTROL
Blast zones, unstable pit walls, and tailings dams create lethal risks when perimeter control fails. StateGuard's Mission Talk Geo-Fencing triggers instant control room alerts if any personnel or vehicle enters a designated No-Go zone - designed to support liability documentation and help reduce real-time incident risk.
Perimeter Security →PILBARA, BOWEN BASIN & REGIONAL AUSTRALIA
Remote mining sites in the Pilbara, Goldfields, and regional Queensland have no grid connection, no permanent infrastructure, and no fast response capability. StateGuard's solar pole cameras operate entirely independently, while 24/7 Grade A1 Monitoring is designed to maximise visibility across remote sites, regardless of distance.
Remote Site Security →HOW STATEGUARD WORKS
Smart. Safe. Secure.
Mining security requires a documented, repeatable process, not just a guard and a camera. Every StateGuard mine site engagement follows a 7-phase workflow from initial risk assessment through continuous improvement.
Phase 01
RISK ASSESSMENT
Free, thorough, site-specific risk assessment. Threat vectors from explosive storage compliance to lone worker OHS are mapped against your operation type and insurer requirements - documented before any deployment begins.
Phase 02
CUSTOM SECURITY ARCHITECTURE
Custom security architecture combining ESO patrols, solar CCTV towers, drone inspections, NFC compliance verification, and gatehouse control - matched precisely to your site footprint, production schedule, and budget.
Phase 03
DEPLOY
Mining site security deployment Australia-wide within 24 hours - ESO teams, patrol vehicles, solar CCTV towers, and NFC infrastructure commissioned and operational.Rapid deployment is our standard capability — subject to site location and logistics
Phase 04
GRADE A1 MONITORING
All solar camera feeds, ESO GPS signals, alarm events, and D&A logs tracked live by our Grade A1 Monitoring Centre operators - 24/7, 365 days, around the clock.
Phase 05
NFC PATROL VERIFICATION
Officers tap NFC tags at every critical asset, fuel depot, and checkpoint - GPS-timestamping verifiable, auditable proof of patrol completion for auditors and site managers after every shift
Phase 06
RESPOND
Grade A1 Monitoring Centre dispatches the nearest ESO team within minutes of any alarm, breach, or lone worker SOS - with authorities liaison and 4K video evidence capability.
Phase 07
REPORT
Patrol logs, CCTV footage, D&A records, and incident reports delivered via StateGuard's Assist App client portal for insurer, and regulatory audit purposes - delivered reliably after every shift.
STATEGUARD'S INTEGRATED SECURITY SOLUTIONS
Smart with Assist App. Safe through Mission Talk. Securely connected to our National Operations Centre.
WHERE WE OPERATE
StateGuard has active contracts and logistics capability across Australia's major mining corridors - with established FIFO deployment routes and remote equipment caches in each region. State-licensed. Nationally compliant.
Queensland
Bowen Basin, Mount Isa, North Queensland mining corridors. Full operational coverage for coking coal, copper, and base metals producers.
Learn More →Victoria & National
Melbourne, regional Victoria, and interstate. Full state licensing compliance for all eastern seaboard operations, BESS infrastructure, and energy transition projects.
Learn More →LICENCES & ACCREDITATIONS
The credentials mining project managers and insurers require - across every state and territory.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What security measures are required at a mining site in Western Australia?
Mining sites in WA require A1-grade monitoring, licensed ESO-led patrols, controlled access management, and drone surveillance. StateGuard provides all four in an integrated ecosystem designed to support compliance with WA Mines Safety and Inspection Act requirements. Operators should verify their specific obligations.Explosive storage site inspections must be NFC-verified and auditable.
How does remote area security differ from standard security guard services?
Remote mining security combines autonomous solar surveillance, GPS-tracked ESO teams, and Mission Talk lone worker technology for locations with limited or zero infrastructure. Standard security relies on mains power, fixed communications, and short response distances. Remote security must operate independently and self-sustain.
What is an Emergency Services Officer (ESO) and does our mining site need one?
An ESO is a specialist security officer trained to respond to alarms, medical incidents, and emergencies in high-risk or remote environments – beyond the scope of a standard security guard. Mining operations with remote workers, hazardous materials, or blast zones require ESO coverage. StateGuard ESOs are equipped with Mission Talk and medical response capability.
Can security cameras operate without mains power at a remote mining site?
Yes – StateGuard’s solar pole cameras provide 24/7 AI-driven perimeter monitoring without any reliance on the electrical grid. Units are heat and dust-rated for Pilbara and Goldfields conditions. Every camera streams live footage directly to our Grade A1 Monitoring Centre.
What are the explosive storage area security requirements in Australia?
Explosive storage area security must include NFC-verified physical inspections, restricted access with documented entry logs, and designed to support compliance with Australian explosives regulations. StateGuard implements NFC tag systems on all storage areas, creating a timestamped digital footprint for every inspection. Results are logged through the Assist App for auditors.
How quickly can StateGuard deploy security to a new remote mining site?
StateGuard deploys ESO teams, patrol vehicles, and solar CCTV infrastructure to new remote mining sites within 24 hours of request. Our pre-positioned equipment caches across key mining regions reduce lead times. Rapid deployment is our standard capability, not a premium option.
What security certifications are required for mining site contractors in Australia?
Mining security contractors in Australia require state-issued security licences, ISO 9001 quality certification, ISO 45001 OHS certification, and compliance with relevant state mining safety legislation. StateGuard holds all required national and state-level licences, ASIAL membership, and relevant ISO certifications.
Does StateGuard cover mining sites in the Pilbara and Bowen Basin?
Yes – StateGuard provides tailored security solutions across both the Pilbara (WA) and Bowen Basin (QLD), including A1 Grade site monitoring, ESO patrols, and solar surveillance. Both regions are active deployment corridors with pre-positioned equipment. Contact our national operations team for a site-specific assessment.
How is 24/7 monitoring managed from remote mining locations?
StateGuard’s National Operations Centre uses Grade A1 monitoring systems and Mission Talk technology to track personnel GPS positions, solar camera feeds, and alarm events in real-time – regardless of the mining site’s distance or infrastructure. All events are monitored and triaged 24 hours a day.
What is the difference between mining security guards and mining camp security?
Mining security guards focus on operational areas – protecting plant, machinery, explosives storage areas, supply chains, and access control during active operations. Mining camp security manages accommodation facilities, personnel access, visitor management, and amenity protection. StateGuard provides both disciplines with purpose-trained officers for each environment.
In the spirit of reconciliation, StateGuard Protective Services acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. As we work to protect the present and future of our communities, we pay our respect to their Elders past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.