About the role
Job Title: Operations Coordinator
Job Description
Position Title: Operations Coordinator
Department: Operations
Report to Director of Operations
Manage: Nil
Portfolio Focus:
- Internal facing, focused on efficiency, logistics, and quality control
- Internal Operations, Scheduling, Logistics, Audits, Support Services, Financial Responsibilities, Collections
Key Responsibilities:
HR & Employee Administration (30% Time Spent)
- Payroll discrepancies
- Vacation and leave requests (e.g., sick leave, bereavement, unpaid leave)
- Employment verification and reference letters
- Resignations and terminations
- Disciplinary meetings and documentation
- Performance improvement plans (PIPs)
- Onboarding and offboarding coordination
- Probationary reviews and status updates
- Tracking certifications and license renewals (e.g., BST, OFA, Use of Force)
- Employee file management (digital and/or physical)
- Exit interviews
Scheduling & Operations Support (30% Time Spent)
- Shift coverage requests and last-minute replacements
- Overtime approval and tracking
- Post orders creation and updates
- Site-specific SOPs maintenance
- Deployment planning for special events or transitions
- Job board and shift assignment maintenance
- Site audit coordination and follow-up
Equipment, Uniforms & Logistics (20% Time Spent)
- Uniform issuance and return tracking
- Equipment allocation and inventory control (radios, vests, flashlights, etc.)
- Fleet vehicle usage logs and maintenance schedules
- Lost/stolen equipment investigations and follow-up
Compliance & Quality Assurance (20% Time Spent)
- Incident report tracking and escalation
- License and compliance audits (internal or external)
- WCB claims tracking and return-to-work coordination
- Employee compliance with training and documentation
Ad Hoc Responsibilities:
- Participate in regular operations meetings.
- Participate in various committees when assigned.
- Other duties as reasonably assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Education:
Qualifications
- Hard Skills:
- Alarm monitoring, dispatch, and call center experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications and technical aptitude
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Knowledge of security operations and ACD systems
- Soft Skills
- Excelling customer service and communication skills
- Ability to remain calm and make decisions in emergency situations
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
- Positive attitude, self-motivated, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Honesty, discipline, and commitment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and awareness of Guardteck’s business environment and relationships.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
- Proven ability to influence and lead people.
- Experience managing tight deadlines and multiple priorities.
- Experience in a high-growth or entrepreneurial environment.
- Flexibility in emotional intelligence to create buy-in and engagement.
- Commitment to continuous self-directed learning and staying current with best practices.
- Ability to create an engaging service environment.
- Sense of humor and enthusiasm.
- Advanced computer skills (Excel, Word, WinTeam, Indeed, ATS, HRIS).
- Minimum of 6 months of experience in the security industry
- Experience with integrated security systems (CCTV, Access, Intrusion)
- Education in criminology, emergency management, justice, or security management
Not the right fit? Search for Operations jobs in Burnaby, BC
About Guardteck Security
Guardteck Security is a BC owned and operated security firm providing professional security services throughout Canada. Founded over 15 years ago on the belief that “Everything and Everyone Matters”, Guardteck has become an employer of choice for security professionals with a focus on building people and teams. Our "Safety Through Customer Service Excellence" approach to providing security services has driven our success in the industry. Our strength as a company is built upon the investment in our staff and their growth as professionals. Come be a part of our team and grow with us!
Enjoy access to training and work opportunities in the many sectors Guardteck services, as well as employee perks that show our employees that we value their service and are continually looking for new ways to improve your experience with the company.
Gteck Advanced Technology is Guardteck's sister company based in Ontario, which has served its clientele for more than 40 years, designing, installing, and servicing the most reliable and technologically advanced end-to-end electronic security systems available on the market, covering all sectors of commerce and industry.
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About the role
Job Title: Operations Coordinator
Job Description
Position Title: Operations Coordinator
Department: Operations
Report to Director of Operations
Manage: Nil
Portfolio Focus:
- Internal facing, focused on efficiency, logistics, and quality control
- Internal Operations, Scheduling, Logistics, Audits, Support Services, Financial Responsibilities, Collections
Key Responsibilities:
HR & Employee Administration (30% Time Spent)
- Payroll discrepancies
- Vacation and leave requests (e.g., sick leave, bereavement, unpaid leave)
- Employment verification and reference letters
- Resignations and terminations
- Disciplinary meetings and documentation
- Performance improvement plans (PIPs)
- Onboarding and offboarding coordination
- Probationary reviews and status updates
- Tracking certifications and license renewals (e.g., BST, OFA, Use of Force)
- Employee file management (digital and/or physical)
- Exit interviews
Scheduling & Operations Support (30% Time Spent)
- Shift coverage requests and last-minute replacements
- Overtime approval and tracking
- Post orders creation and updates
- Site-specific SOPs maintenance
- Deployment planning for special events or transitions
- Job board and shift assignment maintenance
- Site audit coordination and follow-up
Equipment, Uniforms & Logistics (20% Time Spent)
- Uniform issuance and return tracking
- Equipment allocation and inventory control (radios, vests, flashlights, etc.)
- Fleet vehicle usage logs and maintenance schedules
- Lost/stolen equipment investigations and follow-up
Compliance & Quality Assurance (20% Time Spent)
- Incident report tracking and escalation
- License and compliance audits (internal or external)
- WCB claims tracking and return-to-work coordination
- Employee compliance with training and documentation
Ad Hoc Responsibilities:
- Participate in regular operations meetings.
- Participate in various committees when assigned.
- Other duties as reasonably assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Education:
Qualifications
- Hard Skills:
- Alarm monitoring, dispatch, and call center experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications and technical aptitude
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Knowledge of security operations and ACD systems
- Soft Skills
- Excelling customer service and communication skills
- Ability to remain calm and make decisions in emergency situations
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
- Positive attitude, self-motivated, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Honesty, discipline, and commitment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and awareness of Guardteck’s business environment and relationships.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
- Proven ability to influence and lead people.
- Experience managing tight deadlines and multiple priorities.
- Experience in a high-growth or entrepreneurial environment.
- Flexibility in emotional intelligence to create buy-in and engagement.
- Commitment to continuous self-directed learning and staying current with best practices.
- Ability to create an engaging service environment.
- Sense of humor and enthusiasm.
- Advanced computer skills (Excel, Word, WinTeam, Indeed, ATS, HRIS).
- Minimum of 6 months of experience in the security industry
- Experience with integrated security systems (CCTV, Access, Intrusion)
- Education in criminology, emergency management, justice, or security management
Not the right fit? Search for Operations jobs in Burnaby, BC
About Guardteck Security
Guardteck Security is a BC owned and operated security firm providing professional security services throughout Canada. Founded over 15 years ago on the belief that “Everything and Everyone Matters”, Guardteck has become an employer of choice for security professionals with a focus on building people and teams. Our "Safety Through Customer Service Excellence" approach to providing security services has driven our success in the industry. Our strength as a company is built upon the investment in our staff and their growth as professionals. Come be a part of our team and grow with us!
Enjoy access to training and work opportunities in the many sectors Guardteck services, as well as employee perks that show our employees that we value their service and are continually looking for new ways to improve your experience with the company.
Gteck Advanced Technology is Guardteck's sister company based in Ontario, which has served its clientele for more than 40 years, designing, installing, and servicing the most reliable and technologically advanced end-to-end electronic security systems available on the market, covering all sectors of commerce and industry.