Specialist, Safety and Security

Allied is looking for a highly motivated **Specialist, Safety and Security** to support our National Operations with ensuring compliance with all standardized safety and security policies and procedures within the company, safeguarding our assets from legal improprieties and loss and recommending, reviewing and implementing safety and security programs under the guidance of the Director, Safety & Security.

Please note that this is a **18-month contract** position.

**Who are you?**

We are building upon our achievements at Allied, and the future is exciting. How can we be so sure? We have people like you: engaged professionals who consistently deliver their best.

Throughout your professional career, you have stood out for your pursuit of excellence. You are self-motivated, take ownership, and lead by example. In doing so, you elevate your team and collaborate towards your collective goals.

Above all, you are excited by Allied’s mission and the contribution we make to enhance urban environments.

**What will you do?**:

- Coordinate and support the operational security and life safety program in conjunction with our third-party security providers, including arranging ad-hoc coverage.
- Support the fire & life safety program, along with the OH&S programs and ensure applicable legislative codes, industry practices and company standards are maintained including developing and conducting employee training.
- Coordinate/arrange safety and security vendors for new equipment installations, preventative maintenance and/or annual inspections.
- Participate in the Joint Health & Safety Committee nationally (JH&SC) and ensure occupational health and safety is prioritized and effectively practiced throughout all areas of the workplace.
- Conduct inspections, risk assessments and audits for the purposes of identifying and correcting hazardous, unsafe working conditions and physical security risks to our properties and users.
- Support emergency response and business continuity program including preparation and upkeep of Emergency Response Plan (ERP), Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and Fire Safety Evacuation Plans in support of an effective and sustained response effort in emergencies.
- Ensure company emergency management standards are maintained including: conduct of tenants and suppliers, training; ERP & BCP plans/processes; Monthly/Annual Emergency Drills; Post-incident debriefs; Emergency Notifications System(s), and; the Emergency Response Line (ERL) process
- Support Allied’s incident reporting program so that relevant incident data is captured, reported and analyzed to provide an accurate picture of incident patterns. Complete investigations into incidents/accidents as directed.
- Participate in root cause analysis on major events and ensure corrective/preventative actions are identified and tracked to completion.
- Participate in capital project reviews to ensure appropriate safety and security systems are being implemented to conform with organizational standards and risk reduction strategies.
- Oversee electronic security systems and technology and ensure systems are operated, supervised and maintained in accordance with manufacturers and operational guidelines.
- Monitor and manage the physical security program and ensure that access control is maintained, and security measures effectively deter, delay, control and/or respond to a wide range of security threats.
- Respond to calls for service and security-related incidents as required, and conduct other operational duties as assigned.
- Ensuring that the customer service philosophies are met and are an important part of the everyday operation of the Safety & Security function.

**What are we looking for?**:

- College diploma (or equivalent business management qualification) in Security/Life Safety, Risk Management or Criminology-related field or a university degree in a related discipline is preferred.
- Certification in First Aid, CPR and WHMIS
- A minimum of 2 years working in a commercial real estate safety and security environment and safety & security management, ideally at a property or properties of complex scope (i.e. large, mixed-use facility) - or equivalent work experience
- Strong communication and people skills, including a proven ability to build relationships
- An assertive self-starter with the ability to work independently under mínimal supervision
- Team player
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Intermediate MS office skills
- Strong knowledge of Security and Life Safety technology (i.e. CCTV, Access Control, Fire Alarm, Intrusion) and other related systems.
- Knowledge and understanding of applicable federal, provincial and municipal legislation and regulations in Security and Life Safety management
- Sound knowledge of industry techniques and emergent trends in Security and Life Safety management.
- Flexibility to work outside of standard office hours once every two weeks.

**Would be an asset**:

- Professional certif