Manager, Safety, Security and Asset Management

Westerner Park; Red Deer; Presencial; CAD 120.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Westerner Park in Red Deer, Alberta seeks an experienced Manager, Safety, Security and Asset Management to lead health and safety, security, emergency preparedness, and asset planning across the organization.

You will work with executive leadership to establish standards, monitor risks, and support long-term planning while coordinating with event teams and departments.

Formación

• Experience leading health and safety programs and Joint Health & Safety Committees.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation and incident investigations.
• Experience developing emergency preparedness, business continuity and asset plans.

Responsabilidades

• Lead Westerner Park's health and safety program, policies and documentation.
• Coordinate security and emergency preparedness plans, drills and reviews.
• Develop and maintain business continuity and risk plans for operations.
• Maintain asset management planning, renewal needs and lifecycle tracking.
• Advise on projects and budgets within delegated authority.

Conocimientos

Health & safety leadership

Emergency management

Security program management

Business continuity planning

Asset lifecycle planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical & reporting skills

Educación

Post-secondary education in health & safety or related field

Descripción del empleo

Ignite Your Potential at Westerner Park

Join Westerner Park, where exciting opportunities, meaningful experiences, and personal growth come together. As a community-focused organization, we take pride in creating memorable moments for our guests, clients, and community through the events we host and the experiences we deliver.

Position Overview

Westerner Park is seeking an experienced and strategic Manager, Safety, Security and Asset Management to provide organization-wide leadership in health and safety, security, emergency preparedness, business continuity, operational risk, and long-term asset planning. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Manager works collaboratively across all portfolios to establish standards, coordinate programs, monitor significant risks, and support long-term planning.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety

• Lead and maintain Westerner Park's health and safety program, policies, standards, documentation and Joint Health & Safety Committee.
• Maintain practical processes for hazard assessment, workplace inspections, incident and near-miss reporting, investigation, corrective action and follow-up.
• Monitor applicable occupational health and safety requirements and ensure organizational practices remain current and compliant.
• Establish safety-training and competency requirements and support managers in maintaining safe day-to-day operations within their areas.

Security & Emergency Preparedness

• Maintain emergency preparedness and response plans, communication and escalation protocols, and coordinate drills, exercises and post-incident reviews.
• Manage contracted security services, service standards and performance expectations.
• Work with departments and event teams to assess security and public-safety requirements for major events and higher-risk activities.
• Serve as a key organizational liaison with police, fire, emergency medical services, municipal emergency management and other public-safety partners.

Business Continuity & Operational Risk

• Maintain business continuity and operational recovery plans, including critical operations, dependencies, vulnerabilities and recovery requirements.
• Maintain practical processes to identify, assess and address significant physical and operational risks and track material mitigation actions.
• Provide safety, security and risk-planning support for major events, community activities and other higher-risk operations while operational managers remain accountable for delivery.
• Escalate significant or unresolved risks and provide information and recommendations to support organizational risk reporting and decision-making.

Asset Management & Capital Planning

• Maintain an organization-wide view of significant asset condition, criticality, lifecycle, risk and anticipated renewal or replacement needs.
• Work with Park & Facilities and other operational departments to incorporate maintenance history and operational needs into long-term planning; day-to-day asset operation and maintenance remain with the responsible department.
• Maintain a multi-year asset renewal and replacement plan and coordinate development of the long-term capital asset plan.
• Provide asset information and recommendations to support capital prioritization, grant opportunities and long-term infrastructure decisions.

Organizational Support

• Provide advice on significant projects, events, operational changes and emerging issues within the scope of the role.
• Manage assigned budgets, approved projects, contracts, consultants and service providers within delegated authority.
• Provide timely reporting and practical recommendations to the Management Team.

This role is expected to adapt to organizational needs and may take on additional responsibilities to support the success of Westerner Park.

What You’ll Bring

• Post-secondary education, professional training or equivalent experience in occupational health and safety, emergency management, security, business continuity, asset management, facilities/infrastructure or a related field.
• Progressive experience in a complex operational environment with responsibility for several of the areas within this portfolio.
• Strong working knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation and practical safety-management practices, including hazard assessment and incident investigation.
• Experience developing or maintaining emergency preparedness, business continuity, operational risk and/or asset lifecycle plans.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and work effectively with operational leaders, contractors, consultants and external agencies.
• Strong analytical, planning, problem-solving, communication and relationship-management skills, with the ability to remain effective during emergencies and high-pressure situations; relevant professional certification is an asset.

Why Join Westerner Park?

At Westerner Park, you’ll be part of a team driven by purpose, community, and creating memorable experiences. We offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits, including health, dental, life, and disability coverage.
• RRSP matching program to support your financial future.
• Generous vacation and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Exclusive staff discounts and access to the Perkopolis discount program.
• A vibrant, flexible, and inclusive workplace culture where work-life balance matters.
• The opportunity to contribute to a non-profit organization that strengthens and supports the local community.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Affiliation: Out of Scope – Senior Management

Create Memorable Experiences with Westerner Park

Explore working at Westerner Park, where our culture, hospitality, and atmosphere create an exciting and rewarding place to be. Join our team and help create memorable moments for our guests, clients, and community.