IN order to assure the families of their employees that the welfare of their loved ones is safe and secure, the Managing Director of the Sheriff Group of Companies Ameir Ahmad says the company will introduce a comprehensive health and life insurance plan, offered at no cost to their workforce, starting January 2024.

Ahmad asserted that although nobody aspires to be a security guard, many have to work along that line to ensure that they provide a better life for themselves and their families.

“I have a number of employees in my company, and while I may not get to say this to them as often as I would like to, I understand that they are working tirelessly to make sure that they provide the best life for their families. Sometimes that’s not easy, but they do it; they put their lives on the line every day, and I see that,” Ahmad told this newspaper.

He continued, “I am proud to announce a significant step in enhancing our team’s well-being. Starting January 2024, we are offering our dedicated security officers a comprehensive health and life insurance plan, at no cost to them. They are the backbone of our growth across Guyana, and this is a big leap forward for our Sheriff Security Service family.

When I decided to do this for my employees, I thought of the dangers that they are faced with, and should something go wrong with them, I want their families to know that they are taken care of. Many times, people don’t have that ease of knowing that their families and loved ones are going to be okay, and that they are taken care of.”

He also added that the core of this programme is to ensure Sheriff Security’s unwavering commitment to creating a supportive and welcoming environment.

Ahmad said, “The newly introduced Free Health and Life Insurance Plan encompasses a wide range of medical services, ensuring that all employees enjoy unhindered access to top-tier healthcare services without the burden of financial constraints.

SSS stands proudly as the leading security service provider across all regions of Guyana. As such, it recognises the importance of taking proactive measures to champion the holistic well-being of its workforce.”
Ahmad hopes that this initiative will inspire others in the private sector to go the extra mile for their employees, especially at a time when Guyana is moving forward.

“Listen, I am happy to be able to do this for my employees and their families, but I am hopeful that my fellow colleagues from the private sector will be able to introduce similar initiatives for their employees as well. As we progress as a country in all sectors, we have to play our role in ensuring that our people are taken care of as well.

“In my opinion, it’s all part of our role in building this country. As I can recall, President Ali said in one of his speeches that we, the private sector, must play our part in the development and growth of our country, and since I am in a position to do so, then I will,” he explained.

One of the security officers, James (only name given), told this newspaper that he is beyond happy that the company has taken this step.
“It makes me feel good that my boss has shown us how much he cares by contributing to our health. They say health is wealth, and I am thankful that we are covered by health insurance. It is not every day that a boss does this for his employees, so I am thankful to Ameir and Sheriff Security for this gift going into 2024.”