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Security Operations Manager

Securitas
1 day ago
Full-time
On-site
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
$36.77 - $36.77 CAD hourly
Description

About the Role

Securitas is looking for an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day security operations for an assigned account. Reporting to the Security Lead and/or District Manager, you will oversee guarding operations across one or more sites, supervise frontline and supervisory personnel, and serve as a trusted point of contact for our clients.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can balance service excellence, team development, and cost control while holding the standard on compliance and professionalism.

What You'll Do

Lead Operations

  • Manage a shift or segment of guarding operations across multiple sites, providing direct supervision of officers and supervisory staff.
  • Conduct regular post inspections and audits to verify that post orders are followed and service standards are met.
  • Take timely corrective action when service gaps or performance issues are identified.

 

Partner with Clients

  • Build strong client relationships through regular contact, status meetings, and proactive issue resolution.
  • Support new client start-ups and contribute to security planning, risk assessments, and site surveys.
  • Review post orders and communicate updates clearly to affected personnel.

 

Develop and Retain Talent

  • Work with line management on the onboarding, training, and development of a high-performing team.
  • Coach employees, and administer progressive discipline when required, ensuring every team member is treated with dignity and respect.
  • Foster a positive, professional workplace culture.

Manage Resources and Costs

  • Coordinate scheduling, staffing, and equipment needs with line management.
  • Adjust schedules in real time to meet client requirements while controlling labor costs.
  • Review reports and records to confirm commitments have been met and client directions followed.

Ensure Compliance

  • Ensure all personnel understand and comply with applicable union laws, regulations, company policies, and client requirements.
  • Support line management in resolving legal, financial, HR, and administrative matters promptly.

Contribute to the Business

  • Provide input into company initiatives and continuous improvement.
  • Perform other duties of a similar nature and scope as assigned.

 

What You Bring

Required

  • 2 to 3 years of professional experience, including supervisory or team leadership experience.
  • Working knowledge of security operations and supervisory best practices.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, including the ability to produce clear, concise, professional reports.
  • Strong planning, organizational, and leadership skills.
  • A client-first mindset and the interpersonal skills to build credibility at every level, from frontline officers to client executives.
  • Initiative, sound judgment, and a track record of delivering results.
  • High standards of integrity, ethics, and personal accountability.
  • Valid provincial driver's license.
  • Availability to work an assigned shift, including rotating schedules, weekends, evenings, overnights, and on-call coverage.

 

Assets

  • Diploma in Criminal Justice, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Prior experience in security or the military.

 

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate of $36.77
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Professional development and clear pathways for advancement

 
WORKING CONDITIONS (Physical/Mental Demands) 
With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include: 
• Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations. 
• Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks and behavioral selection survey. 
• Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently. 
• Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information. 
• May require regular use of vehicle and frequent travel in the performance of duties. 
• Regular talking and hearing. 
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds. 
• Walking, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. 
• Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. 
• Conducting oral presentations and group meetings. 
• Directing, motivating, training, coaching, and disciplining staff in a positive manner. 
• Reading and analyzing reports and financial data, including related computer usage. 

• Responding on an on-call basis to emergencies and incidents at all hours.


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