Vice President, Operations

GardaWorld; Toronto; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

GardaWorld is seeking a Vice President, Operations to lead a large, multi-site operation across Ontario. This executive role shapes strategy, drives growth, operational excellence, and strong client relationships to deliver sustained performance.

The successful candidate will have a track record of leading complex operations, managing sizable teams, and delivering measurable business outcomes in fast-paced environments. This is a senior leadership position with broad accountability.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading complex operations and large-scale teams.
• Proven success managing financial performance and business growth.
• Strong commercial acumen and experience managing key client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior executives to execute strategic priorities and organizational initiatives.
• Lead the strategic direction and operational performance of the Ontario business.
• Drive business growth, financial performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L accountability.
• Use data, innovation, and operational best practices to improve performance and scalability.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Financial management

Client relationships

Change leadership

Job description

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Vice President, Operations

Business Unit: Security Services

Career Area: Operations and Administration

Location: Toronto, Ontario, CA

Vice President, Operations - Ontario

Lead Growth and Operational Excellence Across Ontario

At GardaWorld, our success is built on strong leadership, exceptional service, and a commitment to delivering results for our clients and our people.

We are seeking an accomplished Vice President, Operations to lead a large, multi-site operation and drive continued growth, operational excellence, and business performance across Ontario.

This executive role is responsible for shaping strategy, leading operational execution, strengthening client relationships, and developing high-performing teams. The successful candidate will bring a strong track record of leading large-scale operations, managing complex business portfolios, and delivering sustainable results.

We welcome leaders from a variety of service-based industries who have successfully led large teams, managed complex operations, built strong client relationships, and delivered measurable business outcomes.

As Vice President, Operations, you will:

• Partner with senior executives to execute strategic priorities and organizational initiatives.
• Lead the strategic direction and operational performance of the Ontario business.
• Drive business growth, financial performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L accountability.
• Use data, innovation, and operational best practices to improve performance and scalability.

We are looking for a strategic and results-driven executive leader with:

• Significant experience leading complex operations and large-scale teams.
• Proven success managing financial performance and business growth.
• Strong commercial acumen and experience managing key client relationships.
• The ability to lead through change, influence across an organization, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

This posting is for a position that is currently vacant within the organization.

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