About Us

Who Are We?


Security Service Malta Ltd forms part of Security Services S.r.l., a leading Italian group of companies established in 1980. In 1996 Security Service Malta Ltd was set up and took over the local operations of Securicor Malta Ltd, which had been operating successfully in Malta since 1992. Whilst Security Service Malta Ltd employs over 250 personnel, mainly full-timers, the number of employees of the whole group of companies, with branches in Rome, Milan, Naples, Turin and Malta, now exceeds 2000.

With over 25 years of experience in the security industry, our Management team is proactive. Our management team has undergone intensive training at our parent company in Rome, in order to ensure that the services carried out are of the highest standards, the best quality, and tailor-made to suit the individual customer's requirements.


We are involved in creating business solutions for our local client portfolio, which range from private residences to large corporations. We operate in the security services industry and our services range from static guarding, transportation of valuables of any kind & ATM management, monitoring of surveillance hardware like CCTV and/or Alarm systems with a prompt on-site response, to even transporting surgical equipment between private hospitals during operations. Other ancillary services are offered to present a one-stop-shop with a complete solution for any security requirements that may be requested from us.

Senior Management

Security Service Malta Ltd is made up of a strong and experienced management team that works together practically since the inception of the business around 20 years ago. The team has been a major contributing factor in the success of the day-to-day security operations of many of our clients.

Bernard Vella

Director Head of Finance & Administration

Mr Vella, a fellow member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants in the UK and a fellow member of the Malta Institute of Accountants, joined Security Service Malta Ltd in 1997 and was responsible for the development of financial strategies in line with the business objectives and in conformity with industry standards. Bernard has been extensively involved in the setting up and automation of the finance department and was instrumental in implementing new software systems. He is specialized in labour law and has gained extensive experience in the legislation regulating the security industry.

Joseph Psaila

Director / Head of Operations

Mr Psaila joined Securicor Malta Ltd in 1995. He continued to contribute his services in the Operations Department.  With over 20 years of experience in the security industry, support services and HR, Joseph is responsible for the entire operations team and ensures that both HR and operational aspects are aligned to deliver the company objectives. Joseph is well known for his personality, he is always focused on delivering quality services with integrity and pride.

Charles Micallef

Assistant Manager

Mr Micallef joined our company as a security officer in 1998. 

He got promoted through the various ranks in relatively short periods of time and nowadays he provides strong assistance at managerial level. He monitors processes and streamlines operations to ensure that the effectiveness of controls and procedures that are in place are effectively enforced. He ensures that there is harmony between the various supervisors and senior officers, vital for a strong and efficient team.