Category:
Medium Employer of the Year
Year:
2025

EON Protection (EON) is a 100% Aboriginal-owned and Aboriginal/Veteran-led, Veteran Employer of Choice and Supply Nation-certified security company. They are recognised as a Veteran Employer of Choice via the Veteran Employment Commitment.

EON is grounded by a deep sense of purpose, specialist expertise and modern innovation, delivering ethical, purpose-driven protection services in partnership, not by transaction. They draw learnings from First Nation warriors and are prepared to serve like no other and pair Indigenous wisdom and veteran leadership with advanced training and cutting-edge technology.

EON protects people, assets and Country, with integrity and respect, creating safer, stronger environments as they bring fresh energy into a time-honoured sector through cultural impact and service excellence.

EON proudly acknowledges the enduring legacy and sacrifice of our Aboriginal veterans. The founder and managing director, proud Noongar Traditional Owner Gerry Matera, has close family ties to WWI veterans, and his Indigenous heritage is deeply connected to this service.

They acknowledge the long-standing lack of recognition returning Aboriginal soldiers endured and are committed to breaking the silence and replacing it with visibility and appreciation.
 

With over 80% of the EON leadership team comprising of service veterans, they are using their platform to honour and elevate the contributions of all service veterans, their courage, discipline and legacy.
 

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