Phil Collins

Phil Collins is an experienced security professional currently serving as the Regional Security Manager EMAS at Bechtel Corporation since June 2023, and has concurrently held the position of Regional Security Director EMEA at Cargill since July 2017. At Cargill, responsibilities include managing security operations across 25 countries, focusing on investigations, asset protection, crisis management, and security awareness. Collins has a proven track record of enhancing security practices, such as recruiting Country Security Managers and optimizing asset security projects across Europe and Africa. Previous roles include Director of Security and Investigations at CrimeDeter Ltd, Head of Security & Investigations at Bernard Matthews, and Manager of Investigations & Risk at TJX Europe. Collins also has significant experience in governmental roles, including serving as the SOCA Liaison Officer for the Gulf States and as a Detective Inspector with the National Criminal Intelligence Service. Collins holds educational qualifications from the Metropolitan Police College and St Martins School.