Site Security Manager (Temporary - 18 Months)

Ready to suit up as a Site Security Manager

GardaWorld is currently seeking an experienced and highly motivated Site Security Manager to oversee security operations at a large industrial site in Fort McMurray. This leadership position is responsible for the day-to-day management of security personnel, ensuring compliance with client requirements, maintaining operational excellence, and delivering exceptional customer service in a fast-paced industrial environment.

The successful candidate will be a strong leader with extensive experience managing security operations, conducting investigations, developing personnel, and maintaining a safe and secure environment.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary


• Comprehensive benefits package


• Career growth opportunities within a global security organization


• Leadership role within a high-profile industrial security operation


• Ongoing training and professional development

What does a Site Security Manager do?

As a Site Security Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management and supervision of site security operations, including:

• Leading and supervising a team of security professionals


• Scheduling personnel and ensuring all positions are staffed with trained and qualified guards


• Managing recruitment, training, onboarding, and performance evaluations


• Conducting quality assurance inspections of security personnel, vehicles, equipment, and posts


• Ensuring all security incidents and site events are properly reported, documented, and investigated


• Overseeing access control, search programs, traffic safety initiatives, and emergency response procedures


• Managing emergency dispatch functions, including alarm monitoring and incident coordination


• Developing and maintaining site-specific post orders, procedures, and training programs


• Conducting investigations into security incidents, complaints, and safety-related occurrences


• Maintaining employee records, training files, qualifications, and compliance documentation


• Leading safety initiatives including inspections, toolbox talks, meetings, and incident communications


• Providing regular operational reports and updates to client representatives


• Supporting succession planning and employee development initiatives


• Acting in operational security roles when required to maintain service continuity

Qualifications to become a Site Security Manager

• Be authorized to work in Canada


• Minimum 5 years of progressive security leadership experience


• Previous supervisory or management experience within an industrial security environment


• Valid Alberta Security License


• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean driving abstract


• Strong investigative, incident management, and report-writing skills


• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)


• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills


• Proven ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and work independently


• Experience interacting with clients and delivering high-level customer service