Javo Consultancy Ltd
UK-Based Lead Auditor (UKAS Experience) | Remote ISO & Security Pre-Assessment Specialist
Set up in February 2017 as a registered limited company, Javo Consultancy is a family-run business with two directors. Both are highly experienced, UK-based Lead Auditors with a combined total of five years of experience auditing and assessing compliance for a UKAS-recognised certification body.
We specialise in the full lifecycle of major management systems, including:
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ISO 27001 (Information Security)
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ISO 22301 (Business Continuity)
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The full HSEQ suite (ISO 9001 - Quality, ISO 14001 - Environmental and ISO 45001 - Health and Safety).
We also have specific expertise in niche UK and global security accreditations, such as COP 119 (Provision of labour) and a comprehensive range of British Standards (BS), including:
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Security Services: BS 10800 (Provision of security services), BS 7499 (Security guarding), BS 7960 (Door supervision) and BS 7872 (Cash and valuables in transit).
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Personnel & Vetting: BS 7858 (Screening of individuals).
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Technology & Monitoring: BS 7958 (CCTV), BS 8593 (Body-worn cameras).
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Response & Mobile: BS 7984-1 (Keyholding and response), BS 7984-3 (Mobile security).
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Specialist Dogs: BS 8517-1 (Security dogs), BS 8517-2 (Detection dogs).
Our Approach:
We focus exclusively on high-value, project-based work delivered remotely to help clients achieve and maintain compliance efficiently. We provide the expert, objective view you need before the final certification body audit.
Core Services:
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Remote Internal Audits: Conducting required, independent internal audits for all major ISO standards.
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Gap Analysis & Readiness Checks: Identifying non-conformities and creating clear remediation plans.
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Specialised Document Review: Expert review and drafting of key compliance documents and reports.
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Security Accreditation Support: Pre-assessment checks for complex standards like British Standards and COP 119.
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Health and Safety Consulting: Services including legal compliance register management, strategic risk methodology review and assessment, drafting and reviewing of standard and complex risk assessments, incident root cause analysis procedures, contractor vetting system design, and drafting and reviewing complex, high-risk operational documents (e.g., H&S policies, permit-to-work systems, emergency response plans).
Availability and Contracts:
Our availability is strictly limited to evenings and weekends (GMT) to ensure your project receives our full, dedicated attention outside of regular business hours. We favour fixed-price contracts for defined deliverables (e.g., a full ISO 27001 Internal Audit Report).
Important Note:
To maintain professional integrity, we strictly do not provide services to organisations certified by our current full-time employer. Please be ready to confirm your Certification Body when requested.
Bio
Leadership Team Professional Profiles
Our Managing Director (MD) possesses comprehensive, deep-rooted expertise in developing, implementing, and auditing robust management systems. A combination of formal academic qualifications and prestigious industry certifications underpins this extensive knowledge.
The MD holds the esteemed IRCA Certified Lead Auditor qualification for ISO 9001 (Quality Management System), demonstrating a rigorous understanding of auditing principles and the ability to lead audit teams.
In addition to this external qualification, the MD maintains broad internal expertise across several critical management system standards, holding Internal Lead Auditor qualifications for:
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ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System).
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ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System).
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ISO 27001 (Information Security Management System).
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ISO 22301 (Business Continuity Management System).
This diverse portfolio of certifications ensures that our leadership can provide expert guidance across quality, environmental, safety, information security and business continuity domains.
The MD's theoretical knowledge is built upon a strong academic foundation:
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Master of Business Administration (MBA): This qualification provides a holistic perspective on General Management, strategic decision-making, and organisational leadership.
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Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Security and Risk Management: This degree offers specialised insight into identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational and strategic risks.
Furthermore, the MD is committed to maintaining excellence in health and safety management, holding the following qualifications:
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IOSH Managing Safely.
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Level 3 Award in Safety for Managers.
Our Managing Director remains dedicated to continuous learning and professional advancement. The MD is currently studying toward the highly respected NEBOSH Level 3 National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, with expected successful completion in March 2026. This commitment ensures that our approach to health and safety is always current, legally compliant, and aligned with best practices.
Our Operations Director (OD) is a highly accomplished professional offering extensive knowledge and practical expertise in Health and Safety and Fire Safety, ensuring operational excellence and compliance across all business functions.
The OD holds prestigious third-party lead auditor certifications alongside a strong set of internal auditing capabilities, demonstrating mastery in key management systems:
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IRCA Certified Lead Auditor for ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System).
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External Lead Auditor for SSIP (Safety Schemes in Procurement), demonstrating proficiency in assessing and managing contractor safety compliance.
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Internal Lead Auditor qualification for ISO 9001 (Quality Management System), ensuring that quality principles are integrated into daily operations.
The Operations Director's technical command is built upon advanced, formal qualifications:
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Level 6 Diploma in Applied Health and Safety: This top-tier qualification confirms expert-level knowledge and strategic application of health and safety principles.
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Level 5 Diploma in Fire Safety: Certifying deep expertise in fire risk management, prevention, and compliance.
Formal industry certifications further enhance the OD's skill set:
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Environmental Sustainability.
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Risk Management.
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Fire Risk Assessment.
The Operations Director is actively engaged with leading professional bodies, ensuring continuous alignment with industry best practices and standards:
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Certified Member of IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health) – This designation signifies a commitment to the highest standards of professional conduct and competence in safety.
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Full Member of IFSM (Institute of Fire Safety Managers) – Confirming recognition as a proficient expert in the field of fire safety management.
Services
Your Strategic Partner
HSEQ & Business Continuity Internal Audit Bundle
Focus: Mandated annual Remote Internal Audits for up to two major management systems: ISO 22301 (Business Continuity) and/or any from the full HSEQ suite (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
Activity: Up to 8 hours of remote, focused audit work, scheduled flexibly across 2-3 evenings/weekend sessions (GMT) to fit your schedule outside of regular business hours. This ensures full, dedicated attention to your project.
Target clients: Established companies lacking an in-house expert to perform the required impartial internal audit, or those requiring an expert, objective view before their final certification body audit. The service is delivered remotely and is suitable for UK and international clients, provided the audit can be executed remotely (our focus).
Deliverables:
Remote Review of key system areas and compliance documents (e.g., non-conformance logs, risk registers, objectives, and other relevant compliance documentation).​
Combined Internal Audit Report for the chosen standards, complete with auditor sign-off and clear Corrective Action Requests (CARs). High-value, project-based work with a defined deliverable (the report).
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Estimated Price Range:
£450 - £600 (exclusive of VAT; negotiable). Fixed-price contract for defined deliverables.
The ISO 27001 Pre-certification Readiness Check
Focus: Information Security Management System (ISMS) Readiness. A targeted Gap Analysis focused on pre-certification assurance for organisations aiming for their first ISO 27001 accreditation.
Activity: Up to 4 hours of remote, focused audit session, scheduled flexibly across evening/weekend slots (GMT) to fit your schedule outside of regular business hours. This includes pre-session document review (time included in the fixed price) to challenge foundational documents.
Target clients: Tech Start-ups and Small-to-Medium Enterprises (SMEs) globally, aiming for their first ISO 27001 certification. Ideal for clients who require an impartial, external Lead Auditor perspective via an efficient, remote-first model.
Deliverables:
Comprehensive Gap Analysis Report (5-7 Pages): Formal report detailing all major/minor non-conformities.
Prioritised Action Plan: Clear, itemised list of necessary corrective actions.
Specialised Document Review: Expert feedback on the Statement of Applicability (SoA) and Risk Treatment Plan (RTP).
1-Hour Remediation Follow-up Call to discuss findings and next steps.​
Estimated Price Range:
£260 - £410 (exclusive of VAT; negotiable). Fixed-price contract for defined deliverables.
UK & Global Security Compliance Health Check (British Standards and COP 119)
Focus: Complex Security Accreditation Readiness. A targeted pre-assessment check and Gap Analysis for key operational standards: COP 119 (Provision of Labour) and the comprehensive British Standards (BS) suite (e.g., BS 7858, BS 7499, BS 10800).
Activity: Up to 8 hours of remote, focused engagement (conducted by a UK-based Lead Auditor over 2-3 flexible evening/weekend sessions). The scope includes: Secure review of operational procedures, training systems, equipment logs, and mandated employee vetting files (BS 7858).
Target clients: UK and Global Security Providers (SMEs) holding or pursuing complex accreditations. Ideal for companies lacking in-house audit expertise and requiring a final, impartial check before their annual assessment.
Deliverables:
Specialised Security Compliance Report: A detailed report referencing specific BS/ COP 119 clauses, citing non-conformities, and providing clear compliance ratings.
Prioritised Remediation Plan: Itemised actions detailing the highest-risk areas likely to cause a downgrade or failed audit.
1-Hour Follow-up Call: Dedicated time to discuss findings and strategise the remediation plan.​
Estimated Price Range:
£450 - £600 (exclusive of VAT; negotiable). Fixed-price contract for defined deliverables.
Health and Safety (H&S) Consulting & Strategic Support
Focus: Strategic H&S Management and High-Risk Operational Support. Bespoke project work focused on creating, reviewing, and optimising complex H&S systems, legal compliance, and high-risk operational procedures.
Activity: Remote, project-based engagement. Typically involves 6 to 12 hours of dedicated work scheduled across flexible evening/weekend sessions (GMT). Focus includes: legal compliance registers, strategic risk methodology review, drafting Permit-to-Work Systems, and designing contractor vetting systems.
Target clients: SMEs and organisations in high-risk sectors (e.g., construction, logistics, manufacturing) globally. Ideal for clients who require expert system design and drafting support but cannot afford a full-time, senior H&S manager.
Deliverables:
Custom Legal Compliance Register: Tailored to the client's operations and jurisdiction.
Bespoke H&S Document Suite: Drafted or reviewed policies, standards, or complex operational documents (e.g., Emergency Response Plan).
Strategic Methodology Report: Detailed review of the client's risk assessment or incident investigation procedures.
Defined Scope: All work is fixed-price based on a mutually agreed project brief.​
Estimated Price Range:
£400 - £780 (exclusive of VAT). Fixed-price contract for defined projects only.
The Certification Confidence Bundle (Audit + Readiness Check)
Focus: Full Compliance Cycle Assurance & Certification Risk Mitigation. Combines the mandatory annual HSEQ & Business Continuity Internal Audit with the crucial ISO 27001 Pre-certification Readiness Check (Gap Analysis).
Activity: Up to 12 hours of total remote dedicated time (scheduled across flexible evening/weekend sessions). This dedicated time covers document review for the internal audit and the deep-dive non-conformity check for ISO 27001 readiness.
Target clients: Established companies lacking an in-house expert to perform the required impartial internal audit, or those requiring an expert, objective view before their final certification body audit. The service is delivered remotely and is suitable for UK and international clients, provided the audit can be executed remotely (our focus). Tech Start-ups and Small-to-Medium Enterprises (SMEs) globally, aiming for their first ISO 27001 certification. Ideal for clients who require an impartial, external Lead Auditor perspective via an efficient, remote-first model.
Deliverables:
Combined Internal Audit Report (HSEQ/BC) with CARs.
Comprehensive ISO 27001 Gap Analysis Report and Prioritised Action Plan.
1-Hour Remediation Strategy Call to integrate the findings from both internal audits.
Estimated Price Range:
£680 - £960 (exclusive of VAT). Fixed-price contract for defined projects and deliverables.
BUNDLED VALUE: Offers a guaranteed saving of over 5% compared to purchasing the two services individually.
The High Risk Security System Accelerator (Security Check & H&S Strategic Consulting)
Focus: Operational Risk Mitigation & System Design. Combines the specialised UK Security Check (focused on vetting and operational BS compliance) with H&S Strategic Consulting (focused on drafting critical high-risk documents).
Activity: Up to 16 hours of total remote expert time (scheduled flexibly). Time is divided between the 8-hour compliance check and up to 8 hours of complex H&S document drafting/review.
Target clients: UK and Global Security Providers (SMEs) holding or pursuing complex accreditations. Ideal for companies lacking in-house audit expertise and requiring a final, impartial check before their annual assessment. SMEs and organisations in high-risk sectors (e.g., construction, logistics, manufacturing) globally. Ideal for clients who require expert system design and drafting support but cannot afford a full-time, senior H&S manager.
Deliverables:
Specialised Security Compliance Report (BS/COP 119) and Prioritised Remediation Plan.
One Major H&S Deliverable: Drafting/review of a high-risk document (e.g., full H&S Policy or a Permit-to-Work System) ready for implementation.
1-Hour Strategic Review: Call to ensure smooth integration of the new H&S documents and security findings.
Estimated Price Range:
£800 - £1,300 (exclusive of VAT). Fixed-price contract for defined projects and deliverables.
BUNDLED VALUE: Offers a guaranteed saving of over 5% compared to purchasing the two services individually. This bundle provides the full scope of security and H&S expertise at the most efficient rate, effectively discounting the specialised consulting time to accelerate project delivery and implementation.
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