ANDY COTTERILL
Andy started his career as a vehicle technician following in the footsteps of his old man who was a Mercedes Benz engineer. After 4 years serving in the military for the Royal Signals Regiment, Andy made his debut in the security world joining Securitas in 1997.
In 2002, Andy was seconded to PWG and was instrumental in the setup and delivery of the successful ‘hawkeye’ project which was designed to tackle the growing threat of armed robberies and protect cash in transit for several high street banks. This project was a real success and developed into ‘grapevine’ a dedicated model of intelligence gathering for the Post Office.
By 2009, Andy was running the PWG control room and was responsible for coordinating the operational command and control for a wide variety of intelligence based security services. His career continued at a fast pace, gaining valuable experience on the ground whilst broadening his horizons at higher education with a diploma in business management.
Andy became a Director in 2016 and has continued to develop his skills in many areas which includes successfully achieving several accreditations, delivering e-learning packages whilst helping to oversee the overall growth strategy for the business.
Favourite quote?
“If you tell the truth, you don’t have to remember anything.” (Mark Twain).
Hobbies outside of work?
I’ve been a dedicated angler since I was about 10, now a specialist Carp angler and member of Lymm Anglers.
Who inspires you?
It has to be your mother who else, in sport there’s nobody better the great Ali.
Favourite place visited?
Not being a great traveller over the years but recently we found Cyprus.
Memorable moment at PWG?
My proudest moment was passing out with a cap and gown in early 2009 with my Business Management diploma. With my new skills I started to steadily rising through the ranks and by late 2009 was running the control room of PWG. Becoming Director back in 2016.
Interesting fact about yourself?
Salford lad and proud supporter of the only Red Army, if you can’t guess which one, you’re not into football! Married to Marie we have a wonderful daughter and a daft dog called Nanuk.