Security Site Manager

backwoods; Town of Gibbons; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Backwoods Security Services Ltd. is an Alberta-based security provider focused on protecting personnel, assets, and operations at large oil and gas production facilities.

The role oversees security strategies, policy implementation, KPI tracking, and a team of guards, coordinating with site owners and client reps to meet mandates. Key requirements include 3–5 years of management in relevant industries, Alberta security license, and strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of Management experience in Construction, oil and gas or related industry
• 5+ years of Security/Law Enforcement/Military Experience (asset)
• Valid and current Alberta driver’s license
• Valid and current Alberta security license
• Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Competency in Microsoft office suite
• Experience using security reporting software
• Highly organized, excellent decision-making skills and problem-solving skills
• Leadership experience with excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to obtain a Drug and Alcohol Clearance
• CSTS 2020 (or ability to obtain prior to employment)
• H2S Aware (or ability to obtain prior to employment)

Responsibilities

• Liase with facility representatives and Backwoods while conducting and tracking client relationship management to assess client satisfaction and identify potential areas for improvement
• Manage Security staff satisfaction and Client service at site level using KPIs, performance evaluations, and one-on-one meetings
• Develop relationships with key site personnel and Contractors to ensure clear communication lines
• Work with site supervisors to ensure guards meet client expectations and receive thorough training; review KPIs
• Assist in overseeing cost spending by submitting timesheets and reviewing site expenses for Security
• Conduct and complete hiring interviews for all open positions in the Security department at the site level
• Manage site security staffing including scheduling, timesheet approvals, daily ticket submissions, and leave coverage
• Complete site visits and engage with site staff and client reps to solve problems
• Manage Facility Security program per client policies and procedures; ensure post orders and access control procedures are followed; ensure emergency response training and drills
• Review and update Security protocols annually to meet facility needs
• Manage Backwoods Safety and Facility HSE programs and ensure compliance
• Manage assets and equipment per contract and ensure company-owned assets are maintained
• Engage with HR on people matters and ensure contracts are read and followed
• Capable workforce leadership and ability to lead by example
• Additional duties as required by Employer and Client

Skills

Security Management

Team Leadership

Contract Management

Client Relations

MS Office

Security reporting software

Tools

MS Office Suite

Security reporting software

Job description

Backwoods Security Services Ltd. is an Alberta-based security and protective services provider owned by the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation. We are part of the larger family of Backwoods Energy Services, which prides itself in its ability to execute on oil & gas projects in a safe, cost effective and timely manner. This culture is the basis on which our security company has been built, and is reinforced by our security management team, which consists of senior professionals who have managed security requirements for major projects and organizations throughout Alberta. With our access to highly experienced Indigenous security guards, Backwoods Security Services offers top-tier security execution while creating a positive socio-economic impact within Indigenous communities.

Role Summary

Manger will be responsible for overseeing and implementing comprehensive security measures to protect personnel, assets, operations, and infrastructure at a large-scale oil and gas production facility. This role involves developing, executing, and monitoring security strategies, policies, and programs to safeguard the facility against potential threats, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and fostering a secure working environment. They will manage a team of Security personnel, liase with the site owners representatives, and work along side all parties to ensure the Security program meets the facility owners mandate.

Responsibilities

• Liase with facility representatives and Backwoods while conducting and tracking client relationship management to assess client satisfaction and identify potential areas for improvement.
• Manage Security staff satisfaction and Client service being provided at site level. Utilize KPIs, performance evaluations, and one on one meetings.
• Systematically develop relationships with all key site personnel and Contractors to ensure lines of communication are consistent, open, and understood
• Work with site supervisors to ensure guards are meeting client expectations, Consistent and thorough training and development of all guards is occurring, and KPIs are being reviewed and always met.
• Assist in overseeing cost spending and tracking on daily basis by submitting timesheets to clients and reviewing site expenses for Security.
• Conduct and complete hiring interviews and participate in active recruitment opportunities for all open positions in the Security department at the site level.
• Manage the site security staffing ensuring site staffing requirements are fulfilled at all times. IE. Scheduling, Timesheet approval, Daily Ticket submission to client, and vacation/absence coverage planning.
• Complete engaging site visits interacting and supporting site level staff as well as engaging with the site level client reps to identify and solve any problems.
• Manage the Facility Security program as per the clients’ established policies and procedures.
  • Ensure Security guards are following documented Post orders and executing access control procedures as per policy requirements.
  • Ensure Emergency response protocol is trained, reviewed, and practiced on a regular basis with the Site Security team and Facility Emergency response team.
  • Responds to and investigate all reported security incidents. Completed incident write up and review with designated site representatives.
  • Reviews current Security protocols and procedures Annually and updates them to meet the facility needs and threats.
• Manage Backwoods Security safety program and the Facility HSE program to ensure it is being fully implemented and followed. Assist both Backwoods HSE rep and facility rep with any specific Security HSE requirements.
• Manage Backwoods and Facility supplied equipment assets according to contract needs ensuring company owned assets are maintained.
• Ensure Backwoods HR programs are being fully implemented and engage with HR Manager on any people matters as required.
• Ensure all contracts are read, understood, and being followed as required and clients are satisfied with our services.
• Capable workforce leader, able to provide expertise, best practices, and lead by example.
• Additional and alternative duties that may be changed from time-to-time by the Employer and Client.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of Management experience in Construction, oil and gas or related industry
• 5+ years of Security/Law Enforcement/Military Experience (asset)
• Valid and current Alberta driver’s license
• Valid and current Alberta security license
• Highly Energetic and enthusiastic in engaging with Clients and Staff
• Must be flexible and willing and work additional hours as required
• Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Competency in Microsoft office suite.
• Experience using security reporting software.
• Highly organized, excellent decision-making skills and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of management principles and skills.
• Leadership experience with excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to obtain a Drug and Alcohol Clearance
• CSTS 2020 (or ability to obtain prior to employment)
• H2S Aware (or ability to obtain prior to employment)