Manager, Safety & Security - BC Place - FIFA Support

Manager, Safety & Security - BC Place - FIFA Support

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As BC Place prepares to host the FIFA World Cup in 2026, we’re looking for a temporary Manager, Safety & Security to support this historic event, with the role concluding on August 31, 2026
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In this role, you’ll support day‐to‐day security operations and implement enhanced safety measures for one of the largest sporting events in the world. Working closely with the Senior Manager, Safety & Security, you’ll assist in developing, coordinating, executing, and communicating all event and building security procedures tied to the FIFA World Cup.

• Oversee event deployment and ensure security staffing levels meet operational needs.
• Contribute to developing and maintaining stadium safety and security policies for both event and non‑event operations.
• Help identify potential security risks and recommend proactive solutions.
• Provide leadership and daily direction to full‑time Building Security staff and a large team of Event Security personnel, including security contractors.
  
  Maintain a strong understanding of all emergency procedures, such as fire, medical, earthquake, etc.
• Maintain a strong threat risk assessment picture and implement mitigation strategies to departmental operations.
• Support the management and monitoring of security systems such as CCTV, access control, fire panels, radios, and key systems.
• Review incident reports, coordinate responses to critical situations, and communicate updates to key team members.
• Collaborate with Event Managers and clients to develop security plans for individual events.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with law enforcement agencies, including the Vancouver Police Department.
• Conduct pre‑event and in‑event site inspections to monitor compliance and identify any risks.
• Participate in hiring and training department staff.
• Participate in FIFA related training and ensure standards are upheld by team members.
• Oversee 24/7 Stadium Control Room protocols and partner with Facility Operations as needed.
• Administer the Collective Agreement and associated BC Place policies for the teams you supervise.
• access control updates and oversee  security levels.
• Coordinate the issuance and tracking of all keys for employees, contractors, and external partners.
• Conduct investigations into complaints and incidents.
• Manage timesheets, incident documentation, and eviction records following events.
• Liaise with FIFA Vancouver Safety & Security colleagues.
• Other FIFA related duties as assigned.

• Post‑secondary education and training in Security or Law Enforcement, and Event Operations, or a combination of related experience and credentials.
• Valid Security Worker License.
• Minimum three years in a supervisory or management role, ideally in a large venue or similar environment.
• ICS training is an asset.
• Knowledge of BC Liquor Control Act, WorkSafeBC regulations, and health and safety practices.
• Experience in event security and crowd management.
• Experience working with Occupational Health & Safety Committees is an asset.
• Experience in a unionized environment and familiarity with collective agreements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; very comfortable with digital tools, social media and product creation.
• Experience using EBMS / Momentus or another event management system is an asset.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Strong people leader with notable experience in performance management.
• Excellent organization and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Commitment to delivering service excellence aligned with BC Place’s values.

Ca $85,000.00/yr – Ca $95,000.00/yr. Offers will be in line with Pav Co’s internal pay equity and the qualified candidate’s experience and education. You will earn 8% vacation pay on your earnings, paid bi‑weekly.

We appreciate your interest in Pav Co and this position. If your qualifications meet the requirements, a member of our talent acquisition team will contact you. Submit your resume and cover letter by clicking Apply Now.