Site Security Coordinator

GardaWorld; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security solutions firm in Toronto is seeking a proactive Site Security Coordinator to oversee operations at a high-profile site. The role involves managing a team of tactical security guards, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and fostering a respectful environment. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of experience in security management and strong leadership skills. Competitive salary starting at $60,000+ and growth opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary starting at $60,000+

Career growth opportunities

Ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience managing security teams in complex, high-demand environments.
• Proven experience managing tactical security teams in complex operations.
• Experience working with or supporting vulnerable populations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily and long-term security operations and ensure full coverage of all posts.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive scheduling plans to meet operational demands.
• Coordinate onboarding, refresher, and specialized training for tactical guards.
• Act as the primary point of contact between GardaWorld and site leadership.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, incidents, and training.

Skills

Leadership

Conflict resolution

Communication

Crisis management

Community engagement

Job description

Overview

Site Security Coordinator – GardaWorld, Toronto, Ontario, CA. Business Unit: Security Services • Career Area: Operations and Administration.

Join a global leader in security solutions and take the next step in your career. GardaWorld is seeking a proactive, highly organized, and community-minded Site Security Coordinator to oversee operations at a large, high-profile site serving vulnerable populations. This leadership role is responsible for all aspects of security service delivery, including staffing, scheduling, team performance, training coordination, and overtime management. The Site Security Coordinator will lead a large team of tactical security guards, ensuring GardaWorld’s contractual obligations are met while fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all site users. The ideal candidate brings deep experience managing complex security operations in environments that require sensitivity, discretion, and strong community engagement, along with proven expertise in leading tactical security teams.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive salary starting at $60,000+
• Career growth opportunities in a global security organization
• Ongoing training and professional development

Key Responsibilities

• Operations & Service Delivery: Oversee daily and long-term security operations across the site; ensure full coverage of all posts and shifts while proactively preventing and resolving open hours; maintain consistent, high-quality service delivery aligned with site safety protocols and community standards; monitor, analyze, and optimize shift coverage to reduce reliance on overtime.
• Staffing & Scheduling: Develop and maintain comprehensive scheduling plans to meet fluctuating operational demands and special events; supervise scheduling staff and ensure all shifts are appropriately filled with trained and qualified personnel; respond to last-minute absenteeism and emergencies with minimal disruption to operations.
• Training & Development: Coordinate all required onboarding, refresher, and specialized training for tactical guards; track certification and compliance deadlines to ensure all personnel remain eligible for deployment; promote a culture of continuous learning, professionalism, and service excellence; lead, mentor, and motivate a diverse team of tactical security guards and supervisors; conduct regular team meetings and performance evaluations to ensure goals and expectations are met; address and resolve personnel issues quickly, fairly, and in alignment with GardaWorld’s HR practices.
• Client & Stakeholder Relations: Act as the primary point of contact between GardaWorld and site leadership; participate in regular strategy and operational meetings to review performance metrics and improvement plans; develop collaborative relationships with site stakeholders to support safety in a respectful, community-first manner.
• Reporting & Compliance: Maintain accurate records of attendance, incidents, training, and inspections; provide weekly and monthly reports on staffing efficiency, open hours, training status, and overtime trends; ensure full compliance with GardaWorld policies and all applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., PSISA).

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 3+ years of experience managing security teams in complex, high-demand environments (required)
• Proven experience managing tactical security teams in complex operations
• Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills
• Experience working with or supporting vulnerable populations
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure while maintaining professionalism
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and industry best practices

GardaWorld: Make the world a safer place

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