Live Event Supervisor

Paladin Security; Prince George; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Uniforms provided

Development and training

Career growth opportunities

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Paladin Security is seeking an experienced Events Security Supervisor to lead on-site operations at concerts, festivals, and community events in Canada. You will supervise security staff, coordinate with venue management and organizers, and ensure coverage, safety, and professional guest services.

The role requires the ability to stand and walk for long periods, respond to incidents, and manage briefings and post-event reports.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of work experience in the security industry.
• Strong leadership and team supervision abilities.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during events.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support all event security and guest services staff to ensure proper coverage, professionalism, and compliance with venue policies and procedures.
• Physically able to stand and walk for extended periods and perform duties for the full duration of events.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the client, venue management, and event organizers for all security and guest services matters during the event.
• Conduct pre-event and post-event staff briefings to communicate assignments, expectations, safety protocols, and emergency procedures.
• Coordinate the check-in and check-out of all site equipment, including radios, keys, access credentials, and safety equipment, ensuring accountability at all times.
• Perform pre-event inspections of event spaces to confirm all security, safety, and operational equipment is correctly positioned and functional.
• Maintain constant radio availability throughout the event, providing direction, support, and real-time response to staff and operational needs.
• Monitor crowd behavior, access control points, and restricted areas to proactively identify and address safety, security, or guest service concerns.
• Respond to incidents, guest complaints, and staff issues, applying conflict management and de-escalation techniques when required.
• Complete incident reports, supervisor logs, and post-event documentation, and provide feedback to management.

Skills

Event security experience

Leadership supervision

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Advanced Security Training (AST)

First Aid Training (Basic)

Job description

Overview

Job Skills / Requirements

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Events Security Supervisor to lead on-site security operations at concerts, festivals, and community events. This role is ideal for a confident leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is committed to delivering safe, professional, and customer-focused security services.

What We Offer

• Competitive wages (based on site rate)
• Uniforms provided at no cost
• Development and training through Paladin's Learning Management System
• Opportunities for career growth in the field or corporate
• Exclusive discounts with company partners

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support all event security and guest services staff to ensure proper coverage, professionalism, and compliance with venue policies and procedures.
• Physically able to stand and walk for extended periods and perform duties for the full duration of events.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the client, venue management, and event organizers for all security and guest services matters during the event.
• Conduct pre-event and post-event staff briefings to communicate assignments, expectations, safety protocols, and emergency procedures.
• Coordinate the check-in and check-out of all site equipment, including radios, keys, access credentials, and safety equipment, ensuring accountability at all times.
• Perform pre-event inspections of event spaces to confirm all security, safety, and operational equipment is correctly positioned and functional.
• Maintain constant radio availability throughout the event, providing direction, support, and real-time response to staff and operational needs.
• Monitor crowd behavior, access control points, and restricted areas to proactively identify and address safety, security, or guest service concerns.
• Respond to incidents, guest complaints, and staff issues, applying conflict management and de-escalation techniques when required.
• Complete incident reports, supervisor logs, and post-event documentation, and provide feedback to management.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of work experience in the security industry
• Advanced Security Training (AST)
• Valid Basic First Aid Training
• Excellent customer service, professionalism, and communication
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada
• Must be able to commit to a minimum of 1 year

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified 2026 - Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE !

The Paladin Difference starts with our people; we’re the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and we believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Benefits: Paid Sick Days

This job reports to the Security Programs Manager

This is a As Needed position 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, Weekends.

Number of Openings for this position: 1