Site Security Lead (Former Police Experience Required)

Securitas Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Corporate discount program

Mon–Fri work schedule

Leadership level responsibility

Professional corporate environment

Dental and medical benefits

Job summary

Securitas Canada is seeking a Site Security Lead who will report to the Regional Program Manager of Operations. You will liaise with client representatives to measure contract KPIs and mentor subordinate managers to ensure contract compliance and operational excellence.

Responsibilities include leading security teams, training, performance management, and driving continuous improvements to deliver superior service and client satisfaction across the region.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in English (read, write, speak).
• Minimum 5 years of professional security/leadership experience.
• Experience coordinating with clients and senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead weekly, monthly, and quarterly operations goals and report progress to senior leadership.
• Recruit, hire, and retain security professionals with coaching and performance reviews.
• Ensure 100% customer satisfaction through proactive client engagement and issue resolution.

Skills

English language

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Coaching

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Securitas Canada Limited is one of Canada's largest providers of security services and a leader within our industry. Over 8,000 employees provide security services to thousands of public and private customers, large and small, across all sectors and verticals. Securitas is the second largest provider of security services globally. We have business operations in 45 markets and capabilities spanning from guarding to tech-enables security. We provide Integrated Guarding, Remote Guarding, Mobile Guarding, Onsite Guarding, Investigative Services and Technology Services.

This position is for an active open vacancy. Posting will be removed once filled.

Salary $91,520/yr

What we offer:

• Corporate discount program.
• Monday to Friday work schedule
• Leadership level responsibility including advising stakeholders (Vice Presidents, Directors etc)
• Professional corporate work environment
• Benefits including dental, prescription drug coverage, eye care and more.

Job Summary:

The Site Security Lead will report to the Regional Program Manager of Operations. This person will liaise with client representatives to measure contract KPIs and key long-term initiatives, mentor subordinate managers, and ensure compliance with financial performance projections. The Site Security Lead will meet or exceed all established operations goals to ensure contract compliance while ensuring all company processes are followed. Retaining and developing successful employees through proper training will also be a part of this person’s responsibility.

Essential duties and responsibilities

Strategic Vision and Business Operation Goals - Establish weekly, monthly, and quarterly operations goals in support of the contract business plan. Provide regular updates to senior leadership on operations goals in terms of achievement/progress via Salesforce reports, metrics, or other tools. Review all relevant reports to increase efficiency and productivity. Exhibit strong collaboration with all functional departments to achieve business goals. Strategic involvement in company and client programs, initiatives, committees, and task forces. Provide leadership oversight and guidance with direct reports to achieve goals.

Performance Management

Work in collaboration with operations team to recruit, hire, and retain security professionals through proper coaching and performance management. Establish performance goals for the security teams and continuously monitor progress. Ensure direct reports are properly managing the performance and development of security personnel, including, but not limited to the completion of performance reviews, development plans for security Professionals, and potential Performance Improvement Plans for employees showing negative trending performance. Timely completion of all performance management processes for direct reports.

Training & Development

Identify team performance gaps and development areas and offer solutions to narrow the gap. Ensure all individual required training is completed, with a heavy emphasis on professional development and supporting processes. Provide leadership supervision in the development and execution of customized training and improvement processes for operations functions. Conduct regular staff and team meetings to discuss goals and strategy, celebrate successes, and share best practices. Maintain extensive knowledge of complex industry standards, current security issues, and technology and update managers on risks and threats that could impact the cluster and provide recommendations for proactive solutions and best practices.

Customer Service

Ensure 100% customer satisfaction through excellent and frequent client engagement. Lead by example in working with various other internal departments to resolve challenging customer service-related issues timely. Must be knowledgeable of the market, industry trends, competitors, and demographics to be successful in setting overall operations and customer strategies.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Conduct quality assurance inspections, monitor, and manage the Security Professionals in the assigned region
• Ensure subordinate supervisors understand and deliver orders, ensure sufficient resources are available to support and/or establish posts in a timely fashion, and are appropriately filled according to contract requirements and post orders
• Serve as Securitas’s Regional contract liaison with client representatives to ensure delivery of the highest quality of service within a limited turnaround time
• Oversee the training and operational employment of Field Supervisors and Security Professionals
• Ensure the highest standards of conduct, appearance, performance, and training are being always met
• Keep the Director of Operations apprised of contract performance by accurately communicating the status of compliance and identifying any deficiencies in a timely manner

Qualifications:

• Speak, read, and write English
• Must be age 18 or older
• Minimum 5 years or more of professional‑level experience required. Prior experience in law enforcement is required. Must have attended and completed Police College if you are a former or current officer. Auxiliary, Cadet, Recruit and Special Constables do not qualify for this position. Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years' experience as a Municipal, Provincial or RCMP police officer. 5 years of military experience required if candidate does not possess experience in Policing. Candidates with Loss Prevention and Police experience is an asset.
• Experience in scheduling, operations, or other functions of the security industry a plus
• Energetic and focused personality with a demonstrated ability to take initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments and effectively manage deadlines.
• Demonstration of strong customer service orientation required, with the ability to effectively resolve client issues in a professional and service‑focused manner and to de‑escalate situations before they become hostile or unpleasant required
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills are required including the ability to write effective and concise reports in neat, legible handwriting.
• Must have a high level of technological acumen or mastery of Microsoft Office software, Salesforce, HRIS Platforms, and other web-based management platforms.
• Professional, articulate; and able to use good independent judgment and discretion
• Ability to effectively enforce post orders, security standards, and company policies equitably and consistently
• Experience in developing, motivating, and retaining quality staff
• Ability to successfully interact at all levels of the organization, including with clients, while functioning as a team player required
• Incumbent must be available to work outside the normal shift schedule on an as ‑ needed basis and must be accessible by phone 24/7 for emergency response

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified people to apply.

Further Information about the Company: www.securitas.ca

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