Physical Security Supervisor

Winnipeg, MB

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Defined-benefit pension plan for long-term financial security.
• Nine-day work cycle, typically resulting in every other Monday off to support a balanced approach to work, family life and community.

• Lead in the creation, development, implementation, governance, and continuous improvement of enterprise Physical Security policies, standards, programs, and procedures to safeguard personnel, assets, information, and critical infrastructure.
• Provide strategic oversight and subject matter expertise to ensure physical security systems, controls, and processes align with NERC CIP requirements, corporate standards, and regulatory obligations.
• Lead, conduct and document enterprise threat, vulnerability, and risk assessments of corporate facilities, operational sites, and critical infrastructure, recommending risk-based mitigation strategies and security enhancements.
• Direct the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of physical security technologies, including access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, visitor management, and perimeter security systems.
• Collaborate with Cyber Security, Operations, Facilities, Emergency Management, and external stakeholders to integrate security requirements into business operations and strengthen organizational resilience.
• Provide leadership, coaching, performance management, and professional development to assigned staff, fostering a high-performing team focused on operational excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as the enterprise's primary physical security subject matter expert, providing strategic leadership, operational oversight, and specialized advice on security-related matters while supporting enterprise objectives through the effective management of emerging risks, compliance requirements, and security initiatives.

• Four-year bachelor's degree majoring in Criminal Justice, Criminology or related discipline plus five years of experience in physical security, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities;
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• Two-year diploma in a relevant discipline with a Criminology related focus plus seven years of experience in physical security, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Security Professional (PSP), Incident Command System (ICS), or equivalent highly desirable.
• Deep knowledge of critical infrastructure protection, regulatory compliance, and utility operations.
• Working knowledge of NERC CIP Standards.
• Advanced knowledge of GENETEC physical protection systems, including access control, security systems, and facility hardening specifications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively and confidentially with all levels of the Corporation.
• Demonstrated supervisory and project management skills, including estimating schedules, budgets, and directing contractors and employees.
• Ability to travel within the province as required.
• Valid Province of Manitoba Driver's Licence.
• Must meet requirements to obtain/hold a Government of Canada Secret Clearance.
• Must obtain and maintain a current Personnel Risk Assessment and a "Clear" security rating in accordance with Manitoba Hydro policy P513.