Our client, a major player in Canada in the management and development of commercial and residential properties, stands out for its commitment to operational excellence and safety. With a portfolio of large-scale properties, the company is committed to rigorous standards of personal and infrastructure safety.

We are looking for an experienced manager to lead the company's security, fire prevention and emergency management programs, ensuring a safe environment for tenants, employees and visitors to one of their prestigious properties on Montreal's South Shore.

Reporting to General Property Management, the Security Manager plays a key role in the development, implementation and continuous improvement of security strategies. He/she ensures regulatory compliance and industry best practices, while proactively managing risks and incidents. His/her role includes supervising outsourced security teams, coordinating prevention programs and managing security-related budgets.

Main responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize operational safety, fire safety and occupational health and safety (OH&S) programs.
• Ensure compliance with legislative standards and internal policies.
• Lead the health and safety committee and ensure implementation of best practices.
• Implement emergency response and business continuity plans.
• Manage surveillance and access control systems to prevent potential threats.
• Lead the investigation and analysis of security incidents to improve existing protocols.
• Train teams and stakeholders on security and response procedures.
• Optimize security budgets and ensure effective management of resources.

We're looking for a rigorous, organized professional with inspiring leadership and a proactive approach to risk management. With a minimum of 7 years' experience in security management in a commercial or complex real estate environment, he/she has excellent knowledge of current regulations, technological security tools (CCTV, access control, alarms) and the management of collective agreements and security guard contracts. Her/his strategic sense, communication skills and ability to make quick decisions enable her/him to effectively manage crisis situations and ensure an environment that complies with the highest standards.