Events Security Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Events Security Manager to oversee and manage security operations for large-scale events in Vancouver, BC.

This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing comprehensive security strategies for high-profile sporting events, concerts, and other major events, including the World Cup.

The ideal candidate has proven experience managing large event security teams, ensuring public safety, and working with high-profile clients, stakeholders, and law enforcement agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive security plans for large-scale events.
• Lead, supervise, and deploy security personnel (including supervisors and guards).
• Conduct pre-event risk assessments and site inspections.
• Liaise with local law enforcement, emergency services, venue management, and event organizers.
• Manage crowd control strategies and emergency response procedures.
• Oversee access control, VIP protection, backstage security, and asset protection.
• Ensure compliance with all British Columbia security regulations and licensing requirements.
• Conduct post-event reporting, incident documentation, and performance evaluations.
• Manage scheduling, staffing levels, and training for event security teams.
• Ensure all staff maintain required certifications and follow company SOPs.
• Oversee equipment inventory and assignment to personnel.
• Oversee staffing and scheduling to ensure coverage compliance.
• Conduct training and performance management.
• Work with Client personnel and law enforcement before, during and after events.

Required Qualifications

• Valid British Columbia Security Worker License (in good standing).
• An Advanced Security Training (AST) license is an asset.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience managing security operations for large-scale events.
• Demonstrated experience with high-profile sports events, concerts, festivals, and VIP events.
• Strong knowledge of crowd management and emergency response protocols
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Experience working with professional sports leagues, major concert promoters, or large event venues.
• Occupational First Aid (OFA Level 1 or higher).
• Experience with risk management planning and emergency evacuation procedures.
• Additional certifications in crisis management or public safety.
• Clean criminal record and ability to pass background checks.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

• How many years of Security Management experience do you have with events?
• Do you have experience implementing and developing comprehensive security plans for large events?
• What is the size of the largest events you have worked at as a Manager?
• Do you have experience with access control, VIP protection, backstage security, and asset protection?
• Do you have a vehicle?

Licence/Certification:

• Security LIcense (required)
• Advanced Security License (AST) (preferred)

Work Location: In person