Managed security services in Fiji

Security considerations in Fiji

Most programs in Fiji are split between Suva, with its offices, banks and retail, and the western tourism corridor of Nadi, Denarau and Lautoka, which is about three to four hours away by road. Supervision has to be planned for both ends of Viti Levu, and for outer island resorts that are reached by boat or light aircraft. English is the language of business, and officers commonly also speak iTaukei or Fiji Hindi, which helps with staff and customer communication.

Visitor numbers are highest in the drier months from May to October and over the December holidays. The cyclone season runs from November to April, so coverage plans should include storm preparation, procedures for closing and reopening sites, and relief officers who can be moved between locations. A managed program applies the same Post Orders, supervision and reporting format at every site.

• Victoria Parade, Suva
• TappooCity, Suva
• MHCC, Suva
• Damodar City, Suva
• Port Denarau
• Denarau Island
• Namaka, Nadi
• Nadi International Airport
• Lautoka City
• Coral Coast

How MGP delivers coverage in Fiji

Coverage in Fiji runs on the MGP Global Partner Program: MGP designs and manages the program, and officers are supplied by vetted local security partners and held to MGP Post Orders.

Private security regulation in Fiji

• Private security in Fiji is governed by the Security Industry Act 2010, made as Decree No. 57 of 2010, and licences are issued by the Security Industry Licensing and Registration Board. Source
• A business that employs or provides people to carry out security activities, such as guarding property, crowd control or bodyguard work, must hold a master licence, and each person carrying out those activities must hold an individual or provisional licence. Source
• Holders of a provisional licence may only work under the direct supervision of a master licence holder. Source

Cities in Fiji

• Suva
• Nadi
• Lautoka
• Denarau
• Sigatoka
• Labasa
• Savusavu

Coverage in other towns, on outer island resorts and at private event sites is arranged on request.

Frequently asked questions

Does MGP hold its own security licence in Fiji?

No. MGP does not hold its own security licence in Fiji. Officers are employed by vetted Fijian security companies that hold the licences required under Fijian law, and MGP manages the program, its standards and its reporting.

What languages do officers speak?

Officers speak English, and many also speak iTaukei or Fiji Hindi. The language and guest service level required at each post are set in the Post Orders.

See the Oceania overview for other countries and territories.