Security Supervisor - Industrial

GardaWorld; Richmond; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Full-time role

GardaWorld Academy training

Career growth

Uniform provided

Professional team environment

Job summary

GardaWorld in Richmond, BC is seeking a Security Supervisor to lead a team of on-site security professionals in a fast-paced industrial setting. You will oversee daily operations, manage access control, respond to incidents, and ensure client requirements are met.

The role requires BC security licensing, OFA 1, and at least 6 months of supervisory and industrial security experience. This is a full-time position with training and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in Canada.
• BC security license.
• First aid certification - OFA 1.
• Minimum 6 months of supervisory experience in security or related field.
• Minimum 6 months of industrial security experience.
• Strong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in report writing and incident documentation.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working independently for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of on-site security professionals, providing direction and leadership.
• Coordinate and maintain daily team schedules to ensure coverage across shifts.
• Ensure all personnel follow site procedures, post orders, and client requirements.
• Manage site access control, including issuing and tracking access cards.
• Monitor operations and uphold site standards, policies, and procedures.
• Complete and review daily activity and incident reports accurately and timely.
• Respond to incidents with strong leadership and sound judgment.
• Collaborate with client and site leadership to address security concerns.

Skills

Team leadership

Incident reporting

Communication skills

Decision making

Job description

Business Unit: Security Services
Career Area: Security Guard
Location: Richmond, British Columbia, CA

Ready to suit up as a Security Supervisor

Your leadership, attention to detail, and ability to make decisions under pressure are key to success in this role. If you thrive in a fast-paced industrial environment and enjoy leading teams while maintaining a safe and secure workplace, this opportunity is for you. As an Industrial Security Supervisor, you will oversee daily security operations, lead a team of security professionals, support access control and patrol activities, respond to incidents, and ensure site security standards are consistently met. Working closely with site leadership and the client, you will help maintain a safe, secure, and efficient operation while setting the standard for professionalism and service excellence.

What's in it for you?

• Hourly wage rate of $22 + comprehensive benefits package
• Full-time, permanent position with a consistent Monday to Friday schedule, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Ongoing training and development through the GardaWorld Academy, with training costs covered by us
• Career growth opportunities with a global leader in security services
• Uniform provided at no cost
• Join a professional, supportive team in a dynamic industrial environment

Responsibilities For Security Supervisor

• Lead and supervise a team of on-site security professionals, providing direction, support, and leadership throughout daily operations
• Coordinate and maintain daily team schedules, ensuring appropriate coverage across all shifts and site requirements
• Ensure all security personnel are trained on, follow, and remain up to date with site-specific procedures, post orders, and client requirements
• Manage site access control, including the issuance, tracking, and administration of access cards and credentials
• Monitor daily security operations and ensure site standards, policies, and procedures are consistently followed
• Complete and review daily activity reports, incident reports, and other required documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Respond to operational issues and incidents, providing strong leadership and sound decision-making in a fast-paced industrial environment
• Work closely with the client and site leadership to address security concerns and maintain a high level of service
• Perform other security and supervisory duties as required

Qualifications For Security Supervisor

• Be authorized to work in Canada
• Hold a BC valid security license
• First aid certification - OFA 1 - Required
• Minimum 6 months of supervisory experience in security or a related field.
• Minimum 6 months of industrial security experience.
• Experience leading teams, coordinating operations, and addressing employee concerns.
• Strong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in report writing and incident documentation.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Comfortable working independently for extended periods when required.
• Strong situational awareness and sound judgment are essential.

This could be more than a job! If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you! Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs. We also have concierge, surveillance and even casual roles available.

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