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Connor B.

Senior Security & Safety Leader | Physical Security, Investigations & Risk Management Expert

About Me

With a strong background in security operations, risk management, and team leadership, I bring over a decade of experience across sectors including mining, logistics, and corporate security. I specialize in building high-performing teams, leading investigations, and implementing scalable safety and loss prevention programs. My approach blends strategic thinking with hands-on execution, supported by certifications such as CPP, CPTED, and CAPM. I’m passionate about continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and fostering a culture of accountability and safety. Currently, I lead a 24/7 Control Centre operation, driving incident response and remote monitoring across multiple sites in Western Canada.

Jurisdiction

Canada

Notable Employer

  • Manager, Western Canada Control Centre at GardaWorld

Experience

Seniority LevelMid-Senior level
Years of Experience20+ years
Current StatusActive
Manager, Western Canada Control CentreNotable
2023 - Present

Responsible for leading strategic and operational initiatives within the Western Canada Control Centre (WCCC), driving performance, efficiency, and innovation. Oversees a high-performing team, manages financial planning, and fosters strong stakeholder relationships to ensure consistent, measurable results across the organization.

Content Developer - Security Services
2025 - Present

As a content developer, I create security related courses for the Canadian security industry.

Loss Prevention Supervisor
2023 - 2023

Led comprehensive loss prevention and safety initiatives within a high-volume distribution centre, fostering a culture of accountability and risk awareness among associates and management. Designed and implemented shrinkage and safety programs, and introduced an auditing system that improved operational efficiency by 18% by identifying and correcting production errors before shipment. Provided strategic leadership and daily oversight to Security Guards and Loss Prevention Coordinators, ensuring effective coverage and incident response. Conducted confidential investigations and maintained strict information security throughout all case management processes.

Loss Prevention Specialist
2021 - 2023

Led theft and fraud investigations within a high-volume operational environment, generating and managing the majority of departmental cases. Conducted interviews related to workplace incidents and maintained confidentiality throughout all investigative processes. Spearheaded a continuous improvement initiative in the Damages department, resulting in a 35% annual reduction in shrink. Oversaw security subcontractors, ensuring compliance in guard services, electronic systems, and access control. Acted as a key liaison across divisions, supporting loss prevention strategy implementation and advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.

Operations Team Leader
2020 - 2021

Supervised and mentored a team of 32 associates in a fast-paced distribution environment, ensuring daily production goals were met through effective task assignment and scheduling. Maintained accurate records of attendance, productivity, and quality metrics. Led a continuous improvement initiative that reduced outdated product picks by 25% through process optimization. Implemented corporate policies and collaborated cross-functionally to align with organizational objectives. Provided daily KPI reporting to support data-driven decision-making by management.

Skills

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Languages2

Languages

French
English