Security Supervisor - MaRs

Paladin Security Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive paid industry training

Opportunities for growth and advance

Access to daily pay

Job summary

Paladin Security is seeking a Security Supervisor at MaRS Discovery District in downtown Toronto. The role leads daily security operations, coaches staff, and ensures compliance with site and client policies. Overtime is managed via averaging after 88 hours, with a pay rate of $21.86/hr.

Ideal candidates have First Aid/CPR Level C, COVID-19 vaccination proof, and strong English communication. Growth opportunities and daily pay access are highlighted benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid WSIB-approved First Aid and CPR Level C certification.
• Immunization record showing proof of two doses of COVID-19 vaccine.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Strong communication skills, tact, diplomacy, and demonstrated reliability.

Responsibilities

• Providing ongoing leadership, direction, coaching, and training to site security staff.
• Ensuring all standing orders and scheduled daily shift activities are completed accurately.
• Maintaining site compliance with Paladin Security and client-specific policies and procedures.
• Managing team attendance, motivating guards, issuing commendations, and handling performance documentation.
• Performing security audits, proactive patrols, and reactive security responses.
• Documenting and investigating security incidents or complaints, and communicating updates to the Client Service Manager.
• Note: Preparation of a PowerPoint presentation is required as part of the interview and recruitment process for this position.

Job description

Posted Monday, 11/2/2026

Position Overview

Employment Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.86 /hr

Site: MaRS Discovery District

Overtime Methodology: Averaging Agreement after 88 hours

Site Overview

MaRS Discovery District is a vibrant innovation hub in downtown Toronto where startups, tech leaders, and change-makers come together to build solutions that shape the future. It is an exciting, collaborative workplace driven by creativity, entrepreneurship, and impact.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Security Supervisor, you will lead daily security operations and support the performance of security guards across the facility. Your primary responsibilities include:

Providing ongoing leadership, direction, coaching, and training to site security staff.

Ensuring all standing orders and scheduled daily shift activities are completed accurately.

Maintaining site compliance with Paladin Security and client-specific policies and procedures.

Managing team attendance, motivating guards, issuing commendations, and handling performance documentation.

Performing security audits, proactive patrols, and reactive security responses.

Documenting and investigating security incidents or complaints, and communicating updates to the Client Service Manager.

Note: Preparation of a PowerPoint presentation is required as part of the interview and recruitment process for this position.

Must Haves

Valid WSIB-approved First Aid and CPR Level C certification

Immunization record showing proof of two doses of COVID-19 vaccine

Proficiency in written and spoken English

Strong communication skills, tact, diplomacy, and demonstrated reliability

Nice-to-Haves

At least two years of security experience in a team lead role

Post-secondary education in a law enforcement or security program from a recognized college

Working knowledge of the Trespass to Property Act and Mental Health Act

What's In It For You?

Extensive paid industry training

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Access to daily pay

Application Deadlines

Internal Closing Date: November 9th, 2022

External Closing Date: November 16th, 2026

Why Join Our Team?

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.

Paladin Security uses AI-based tools as part of our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and candidate assessment. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team. We regularly evaluate our systems to minimize bias and ensure compliance with applicable human rights and privacy legislation.

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

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.