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About The Position

Requirements

• 3–5 years of management or supervisory experience, preferably in construction, oil and gas, industrial, or a related environment.
• 5+ years of Security, Law Enforcement, Military, or related experience is considered an asset.
• Valid Alberta Security Services License.
• Valid Alberta driver's license.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with security reporting software.
• Strong organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to obtain required Drug & Alcohol clearance.
• CSTS 2020, or ability to obtain prior to employment.
• H2S Awareness, or ability to obtain prior to employment.
• Ability and willingness to work additional or adjusted hours when required to support site operations and engage with both day- and night-shift personnel.
• Must be able to reliably commute to the industrial site near Gibbons, Alberta.

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of Security, Law Enforcement, Military, or related experience is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary Backwoods point of contact for the facility's security-related needs, concerns, and expectations.
• Develop and maintain a strong, professional working relationship with facility representatives, contractors, and key site personnel.
• Regularly communicate with the client to understand their expectations, assess satisfaction, identify concerns, and proactively address areas for improvement.
• Communicate client expectations clearly to Security Supervisors and guards and ensure they are consistently understood and followed.
• Act as the primary point of contact for security guards at the site, providing leadership, direction, support, and accountability.
• Maintain open and consistent communication between the client, Backwoods management, supervisors, and the security team.
• Identify issues before they become larger problems and take ownership of finding practical solutions.
• Represent Backwoods professionally and confidently in all interactions with the client and site stakeholders.
• Conduct regular site visits and spend meaningful time engaging with both day- and night-shift personnel.
• Ensure the security program continues to align with the facility owner's mandate and Backwoods' contractual obligations.
• Manage the overall delivery of the Facility Security Program in accordance with client policies, procedures, post orders, and contractual requirements.
• Ensure security personnel are consistently meeting client expectations and following established access control and security procedures.
• Ensure post orders remain current, relevant, and understood by all Security personnel.
• Coordinate and oversee emergency response training, drills, and procedures with the Security team and Facility Emergency Response team.
• Respond to, investigate, document, and review security incidents with designated facility representatives.
• Review security protocols and procedures annually and update them based on facility requirements, identified risks, and emerging threats.
• Monitor security operations, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions when required.
• Provide strong day-to-day leadership, coaching, and support to the site security team.
• Work with supervisors to ensure guards receive consistent and thorough training and development.
• Monitor team performance through KPIs, performance evaluations, regular communication, and one-on-one meetings.
• Address performance, attendance, conduct, and employee concerns in partnership with Backwoods HR and management.
• Promote a positive, professional, and accountable security culture.
• Lead by example and demonstrate strong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Manage site staffing requirements and ensure appropriate coverage is maintained at all times.
• Coordinate scheduling, vacation planning, absence coverage, and staffing adjustments.
• Participate in recruitment, conduct interviews, and support the hiring process for site security positions.
• Review and approve timesheets and ensure accurate daily ticket submissions to the client.
• Monitor site-related security expenses and assist with cost tracking and budget management.
• Manage Backwoods- and client-supplied security equipment and ensure company-owned assets are properly maintained and accounted for.
• Ensure all contractual requirements are understood and followed.
• Support and enforce the Backwoods Security Safety Program and the facility's HSE program.
• Work closely with Backwoods HSE and facility representatives on security-related HSE requirements.
• Ensure Security personnel understand and comply with applicable safety policies, procedures, and site requirements.
• Ensure required training, certifications, and documentation remain current.
• Support the development of a strong safety culture within the Security team.

Benefits

• $21.50 travel allowance per shift