Site Security Officer

PNE; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at an iconic institution dedicated to delivering memorable experiences! As a Site Security Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of guests and team members during events and activities. This position offers a flexible work environment and the chance to be part of a fun-loving culture that values enthusiasm and excellence. You'll be responsible for conducting patrols, securing buildings, and using advanced security tools to maintain a safe environment. If you have a passion for event security and want to create lasting memories, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Free or discounted tickets to events

Staff discounts for Playland and The Fair

Competitive compensation package

Opportunity to create lasting memories

Qualifications

• Experience in event security is essential for maintaining safety.
• Ability to conduct thorough patrols and hazard assessments.

Responsibilities

• Protect PNE assets from damage or loss due to various threats.
• Conduct rounds and mobile patrols across the site.

Skills

Event Security Experience

Patrol Skills

Hazard Assessment

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CCTV

Electronic Scanners

Access Control Equipment

Job description

Casual; On-Call

Wage & Paygrade: $29.76 (PG8P) Plus 10% in lieu of Benefits and Vacation.

Availability required: evenings, nights & weekends

Date Posted: March 27, 2025

Who we are…

The Pacific National Exhibition is an iconic institution in BC, famous for bringing generations of people together to celebrate and build memories. This 115-year-old, non-profit organization has an annual operating budget of over $70 million dollars and generates revenue through four activity streams: the 15-day annual summer Fair which averages more than 700,000 people annually, Playland amusement park which welcomes 400,000 guests annually including Fright Nights, and a busy year-round portfolio of events including concerts, trade shows and film, cultural and community events. In total we bring over 2 million people through the site each year. The fourth activity stream is park care and facility maintenance. The PNE is proud of the work it does at Hastings Park and has a vibrant team that is passionate about events, guest experience and delivering memorable experiences.

At the PNE, we strive to create an environment that reflects our organization's core values: Enthusiasm, Excellence and Evolution. With a focus on these core values, we are committed to achieving our mission which is to "Deliver Memorable Experiences" for all who interact with the PNE whether it is our guests, our employees, or the community.

We are looking for a diligent and talented individual to join our PNE Public Safety Team and help us maintain a safe environment for all guests and team members. Site Security Officers of the Public Safety Team will work under the direction of the Manager, Public Safety. If you have experience and passion for event security, then this is a perfect opportunity for you.

Why join our Team?

1. Exhilarating and fun-loving culture
2. Flexible work environment
3. Opportunity for free or discounted tickets to shows, events, sports games, and much more
4. Staff discounts for Playland, The Fair, and Fright Nights, as well as all PNE Food Stands
5. Competitive compensation package
6. Opportunity to create lasting memories and friendships!

What will you do this year?

In your role as a Site Security Officer your primary accountabilities will be to:

1. Responsible for the protection of PNE assets from damage or loss due to fire, theft, vandalism, and weather
2. Conduct rounds in and around buildings, rides, shops, lots, roadways and yards
3. Secure and unsecure buildings as required
4. Conduct both mobile and extensive foot patrols across the site. Responsible for scanning over 50 NFC checkpoints per shift to ensure thorough security and monitoring of all areas.
5. Use electronic scanners, CCTV, access control equipment, computers and other portable devices to ensure the security of the site
6. Conduct hazard assessments and equipment inspections