Site Security Manager (Temporary - 18 Months)

Ready to suit up as a Site Security Manager

GardaWorld is currently seeking an experienced and highly motivated Site Security Manager to oversee security operations at a large industrial site in Fort McMurray. This is an 18-month contract position with the potential for permanent employment based on business needs and performance.

This leadership role is responsible for the day-to-day management of security personnel, ensuring compliance with client requirements, maintaining operational excellence, and delivering exceptional customer service in a fast-paced industrial environment.

The successful candidate will be a strong leader with extensive experience managing security operations, conducting investigations, developing personnel, and maintaining a safe and secure environment.

What's in it for you?

• Pay rate $40-$42 per hour.
• Up to $5000 givven for reclocation assistance if from out of Fort McMurray
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Career growth opportunities within a global security organization
• Leadership role within a high-profile industrial security operation
• Ongoing training and professional development

What does a Site Security Manager do?

As a Site Security Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management and supervision of site security operations, including:

• Leading and supervising a team of security professionals
• Scheduling personnel and ensuring all positions are staffed with trained and qualified guards
• Managing recruitment, training, onboarding, and performance evaluations
• Conducting quality assurance inspections of security personnel, vehicles, equipment, and posts
• Ensuring all security incidents and site events are properly reported, documented, and investigated
• Overseeing access control, search programs, traffic safety initiatives, and emergency response procedures
• Managing emergency dispatch functions, including alarm monitoring and incident coordination
• Developing and maintaining site-specific post orders, procedures, and training programs
• Conducting investigations into security incidents, complaints, and safety-related occurrences
• Maintaining employee records, training files, qualifications, and compliance documentation
• Leading safety initiatives including inspections, toolbox talks, meetings, and incident communications
• Providing regular operational reports and updates to client representatives
• Supporting succession planning and employee development initiatives
• Acting in operational security roles when required to maintain service continuity

Qualifications to become a Site Security Manager

• Be authorized to work in Canada
• Ability to successfully pass and maintain compliance with client-mandated drug and alcohol testing requirements
• This position requires the use of respiratory protection equipment. Candidates must be able to pass N95 respirator fit testing and comply with all site respiratory protection requirements, including being clean-shaven where required to ensure a proper seal.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive security leadership experience
• Previous supervisory or management experience within an industrial security environment
• Valid Alberta Security License or willing to obtain one
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean driving abstract
• Strong investigative, incident management, and report-writing skills
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and work independently
• Experience interacting with clients and delivering high-level customer service
• Open to relocate in Fort McMurray

If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit and someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador, a promising career awaits you!

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