Regional Security Training Specialist
About The Position
GardaWorld is seeking a Regional Security Training Specialist to oversee and deliver training programs for security personnel across Atlantic Canada. This role is responsible for ensuring operational readiness, regulatory compliance, and professional development for employees. The Training Specialist will create a positive and effective learning environment, coordinate and deliver training, support onboarding and development, and ensure instructional content aligns with GardaWorld standards, industry requirements, and operational needs. This is an active role involving hands-on training, requiring some physical effort, preparation, administrative tasks, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. Regular travel across Atlantic Canada is required.
Requirements
- Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience in security operations or a related field.
- Proven subject matter expertise in operational security environments, beyond classroom-only or instructional design experience.
- Proven experience as a Training Specialist, with a strong foundation in adult learning principles, learner engagement, and classroom facilitation.
- Strong knowledge of physical security operations, incident response, emergency procedures, and use-of-force principles.
- Proven experience delivering scenario-based, hands-on training in both classroom and practical environments.
- Strong foundation in adult learning, classroom facilitation, and learner engagement.
- Ability to adapt training methods to different learning styles and operational experience levels.
- Experience evaluating learner performance through practical assessments, coaching, and competency validation.
- Ability to balance classroom instruction, practical demonstrations, and real-world simulations.
- Ability to demonstrate defensive tactics, physical intervention, and control techniques.
- High level of physical fitness with the ability to safely demonstrate techniques.
- Ability to provide proof of operational and instructor certifications.
- Must be available for a full-time training commitment.
Nice To Haves
- Background in martial arts, combatives, or use-of-force instruction considered a strong asset.
Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver GardaWorld Security training programs across Atlantic Canada, ensuring consistent standards in NS, NB, NL, and PEI.
- Conduct classroom and practical training in communications, legal procedures, industry fundamentals, customer service, defensive tactics, de-escalation, First Aid, and other operational modules.
- Oversee onboarding and foundational training to ensure operational readiness and compliance.
- Maintain training records, certifications, and compliance tracking.
- Coordinate with Branch and Operations Managers to identify training needs and implement targeted development programs.
- Provide guidance to leadership on training requirements, certification standards, and professional development.
- Ensure all programs comply with regulatory, industry, and legislative standards.
- Continuously improve training curriculum, methods, and materials based on feedback and best practices.
- Support employee development, retention, and specialized training aligned with client programs and operational needs.
Benefits
- Full-time, permanent position.
- Competitive salary & great benefits.
- Career growth opportunities across Atlantic Canada.
- Access to advanced instructor certifications and specialized training programs.
- Supportive work environment focused on learning and employee development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
