Security Specialist

PowerCo; St. Thomas; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Security Specialist to enhance safety protocols at its new battery production facility. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape security operations while working within a dynamic team. You will be responsible for overseeing security audits, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with safety requirements. The position supports a hybrid work model, allowing flexibility while contributing to a vital industry. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to sustainable energy and make a significant impact on community safety.

Benefits

Competitive Remuneration

Vacation Allowance

Development Opportunities

Relocation Support

Community Engagement Events

Employer Paid Benefits

Pension Contributions

Flexible Work Structure

Qualifications

• 5+ years of security operations experience, including supervising guards.
• Strong knowledge of security contracts and drafting policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor relationships and conduct security audits.
• Supervise contract security guards and ensure compliance.

Skills

Security Operations Management

Supervision of Security Personnel

Policy Drafting

Emergency Response Planning

Physical Security Systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Technical Diploma

Tools

Access Control Systems

Video Surveillance Systems

Job description

Our Story and Why We're Growing

We are proud to announce the launch of Volkswagen Group’s largest cell factory, PowerCo, in St. Thomas. This is more than just a job – it’s a unique opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy. Join us as we ramp up operations and help build a world-class company.

At PowerCo, we believe in fostering an environment where ambition meets collaboration, and where flexibility and creativity thrive. You'll be part of a diverse, talented team that is shaping the future of battery production. You’ll have the chance to advance your career while working alongside passionate colleagues who share a vision of making a lasting impact on the world.

Are you ready to be part of something exciting? Power up your career with us!

About The Role

As part of the Security and Emergency Response Team and reporting to the Site Security Manager, the Security Specialist will have primary responsibility for the security service contract. The Security Specialist will create roles and responsibilities for all security posts and emergency response, ensuring compliance with the security scope of work. Additionally, the Security Specialist will oversee all aspects of access and flow of pedestrians and vehicles onto and within the property, ensuring compliance with safety and security requirements. The Security Specialist will be responsible for daily, weekly, and monthly site security audits and reporting of findings.

This is a flex hybrid model requiring 2 days in the St. Thomas office, subject to change based on the needs and nature of this project.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage vendor relationships and performance, including scheduling, issue resolution, invoicing, and compliance monitoring.
• Review and approve security service billing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contract.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly security audits and report findings.
• Supervise daily activities of all contract security guards, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
• Train all contract security personnel on policies, procedures, and post responsibilities.
• Develop, update, and distribute post orders and work instructions tailored to site-specific needs.
• Oversee access and flow at all pedestrian and vehicle entry points to ensure the safety and security of personnel and property.
• Lead site-wide security initiatives, and represent department and act as subject matter expert on compliance programs.
• Support emergency response protocols and participate in site-wide emergency drills and planning.
• Respond to and assist with investigations of security incidents, breaches, or suspicious activity.
• Deliver employee safety and security training as required.
• Assist in developing and executing security plans for on-site events.
• Maintain documentation related to audits, training, post orders, and incident reports.
  
  

What You Bring To The Team

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or Technical Diploma
• 5+ years of relevant work experience in a security operations role, with at least 1 year supervising front line security guards.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring and leading front line security guards.
• Strong knowledge of security contracts, front line security roles and responsibilities as well as drafting policy, procedures, and security post orders.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a larger security and emergency response team.
• Use sound judgement to achieve results in an ethical and professional manner.
• Working knowledge of physical security systems (Access Control, Video Surveillance).
• ASIS CPP, APP, PSP, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Experience with CTPAT and/or PIP are preferred.
  
  

Power Perks

• Attractive Remuneration: We offer a competitive and attractive remuneration that reflect your skills, experience, and contributions.
• Vacation Allowance: We offer our employees competitive paid time off. Plus, you don’t need to take any vacation days from December 24 to December 31.
• Opportunities for development
• Relocation Support
• Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community.
• Competitive employer paid benefits and overall compensation package with extended health care, dental, vision and mental health support.
• Pension and Retirement Savings: We contribute the equivalent of 5% to a Registered Pension Plan and matching contribution to a retirement savings plan.
• And much more!
• This is a flex hybrid work structure, where employees can work both remotely and on-site. However, please note all hybrid work arrangements are subject to the terms and conditions of our hybrid work policy as may be amended from time to time.
  
  

Please note that we appreciate the interest of all candidates, however only those under consideration will be contacted.

We believe that the best results are created in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Therefore, all qualified applications will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender (identity), sexual orientation, national origin or disability.

PowerCo Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities including during the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to determine what reasonable accommodation may be available to meet your needs whether it be as an applicant or an employee. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Recruiter who will consult with you to determine an appropriate and reasonable accommodation.