Managing Director of SNP Security, Tom Roche, says the company has built further on its recent growth with even greater investment in local security infrastructure in the Hunter, due to increased demand for SNP's services.
"SNP is a significant local employer, with approximately 300 staff employed directly in the Hunter region," Mr Roche said.
"Our core security guard business has expanded over recent years with SNP staff employed across many diverse industries throughout the region."
"SNP engages approximately 200 staff as subcontractors within the region, bringing the number of Hunter locals employed to more than 500."
Chief Executive of the Hunter Business Chamber, Peter Shinnick, says the judges highlighted SNP's willingness to identify and respond to changing client needs.
"This was demonstrated both in specific client relations and in general service to all clients," Mr Shinnick said.
"The company has doubled its turnover in the Hunter since 2005 and this now exceeds more than $30 million a year."