Global Security Advisor & Leadership - In Conversation with Steve Budgen

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Steve Budgen is a trusted global Security advisor and leader.

With over 30 years of experience spanning elite policing units, international security operations, and crisis management, this interview on YOUR CAREER podcast is a story of courage, determination and exceptional leadership.

Steve Budgen has led high-stakes security projects across Iraq, the UAE, Papua New Guinea, and beyond. 

As the founder of Batavi Special Projects, Steve specialises in physical security, risk management, and leadership development, offering strategic guidance to companies navigating complex challenges.

A former AFP Tactical Operations leader, Steve ran complex special operations overseas before stepping out of his comfort zone to pursue a successful career in the commercial world. 

His consulting work has supported large organisations in the maritime, transport, mining, and oil and gas sectors, delivering bespoke solutions to contemporary challenges.

Steve also served as a Director with the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA), where he drove cultural reform before returning to consulting, bringing his leadership expertise to help organisations strengthen their resilience and operational excellence.

Steve’s story is one of resilience and transformation, shaped by a rough and troubled childhood that taught him the importance of self-belief, perseverance, and the power of knowing when to walk away versus when to push through. 

His passion lies in helping others leverage their strengths, passions, and life experiences to create valuable, marketable tools for success.

A strong advocate for continuous growth, Steve holds certifications in security and risk management and is focused on further enhancing his expertise in change management and governance. 

His career journey embodies the balance between mental and physical fitness, embracing challenges, and driving meaningful change.

Follow Steve on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stevebudgen

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