Karan Singh Padda
Security, Fire & Life Safety Site Supervisor
Calgary,Alberta
Summary
Strategic Supervisor with expertise prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual with 10 years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments including more than three years as a Security Supervisor.
Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills.
I am excited to apply for the role of Dedicated Account Coordinator with Gardaworld. With a proven track record of ensuring safety and order in high-traffic environments, well-equipped to lead the functional, technical, and applied security and life safety program at this iconic shopping center. I am committed to overseeing a team of skilled security personnel, maintaining compliance with legislative and company standards, and continuously improving operational efficiency. With a methodological approach to problem-solving and a dedication to excellence, prepared to make a significant impact in this leadership role.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Security, Fire & Life Safety Site Supervisor
GardaWorld Security (Brookfield Properties)
01.2024 - Current
- Managed, supported and lead team of internal and external security supervisors, assistant supervisors, and security guards, totaling up to 20 team members.
- Provide regular coaching, performance evaluations, and professional development opportunities to enhance team capabilities.
- Collaborate with management and shift supervisors to organize operations and meet demanding schedule targets.
- Develop and manage team schedules, ensure adequate staffing levels to meet site requirements, and coordinate with third-party security providers when necessary.
- Identify and mitigate safety risks through additional training and education initiatives.
- Oversee employee attendance records, handle payroll, and procure necessary materials for site.
- Manage emergency response and business continuity plans, including development and maintenance of evacuation procedures to ensure preparedness for any eventuality.
- Demonstrate adherence to operational security measures, safeguard confidential information, and exercise sound judgment and discretion in all activities.
- Screen vendors and contractors before granting access to restricted areas within property, ensuring compliance with security protocols.
- Evaluate team member strengths and assign tasks based on expertise and background.
- Conduct interviews and candidate selection process collaboration with Brookfield and GardaWorld account managers.
- Continuously evaluate and enhance security operating practices, emergency management procedures, and business continuity plans to optimize effectiveness.
- Prepare and submit reports to management to keep them informed of security activities and developments.
- Supervise and evaluate security staff performance to ensure compliance with safety regulations, including shift supervisors.
- Show willingness to take on additional duties as assigned to support security manager role and contribute to team's overall success.
Security, Fire & Life Safety Supervisor
GardaWorld Security (Brookfield Properties)
09.2023 - Current
- Managed control centers & supervised a security team of 12 guards per shift at the Royal Bank Building, The Hollingsworth building, Bankers Hall complex and Bankers Court building each over 50 floors each with high end tenants and additional each with approximately 7 floors each, totaling 152 floors, all managed by Brookfield Properties supported by Gardaworld Security.
- Screened vendors & contractors (Approximately 150 contractors every weekday), inspected daily hazard permits & other insurance related documentation (Work approval permits) before granting access to restricted areas within overall property.
- Managing fire panels, fireworks system, hot work permits & monthly compliance checks for all 152 floors located in different buildings and parkades.
- Prepared and submitted reports to keep management informed of security activities and developments.
- Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising on property.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Monitored and approved access control systems for accessibility to authorized personnel.
- Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations.
- Developed and implemented strategies to prevent and respond to security incidents.
- Offered staff coaching on observed at-risk work habits to minimize accidents and increase workplace safety.
- Analyzed onsite incidents and instituted precautionary measures to reduce risk and severity of workplace injuries.
- Instructed employees on OSHA standards.
- Conducted frequent security audits to identify potential problems related to physical security, staff safety, and asset protection.
- Analyzed and investigated incidents alongside functional management and security supervisors.
- Screened vendors and contractors before granting access to restricted areas within property area.
- Liaison with neighboring properties & their security departments in order to establish safety of visitors and staff (make efficient use of the Calgary, Downtown CorCom system).
- Collaborated with management to develop security policies and procedures.
- Monitored alarm systems and CCTV footage to enable prompt attention and response.
Security, Fire & Life Safety Assistant Supervisor
Cadillac Fairview (Market Mall)
01.2022 - 10.2024
- File data & records of documentation for inspections, emergencies, notebooks, meetings, training drills & exercises, expenses, repairs, etc.
- Outlined and maintained a security-patching schedule to efficiently address ongoing system issues.
- Weekly scheduling, payroll, managing in-house & and contract guard, performing reviews, and general complaint response.
- Developing and implementing security Standard of Operating Procedures and Emergency Response Plan to establish clear guidelines for operations and maintain quality standards while collaborating with management.
- Optimized security programs, administrative functions, business management, and inventory control by enhancing planning and allocation of resources.
- Supervised 14 security officers and additional contract guards, performance evaluations, adjusted workflow to cover changing needs, and held performance reviews.
- Responsible for emergency management & and providing first-line support to shift workers during incidents and de-escalating situations as appropriate.
- Performing (weekly) Emergency Security team drills, Semi-annual Property Management drills, Annual Active assailant for all CF departments, etc.
- Joint Health and safety member, proficient in Occupational Health and safety standards, Alberta Employment standards, etc.
- Use of Force & Legislation: Annual use of force training and a general understanding of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, the Human Rights Code, the Criminal Code, and the Trespass to Property Act
- Complaint response, Customer service, and regular liaison with clients & and tenants, to maintain healthy business relationships.
- Provided safety reports and data analysis to building managers to inform security processes.
- Kept team compliant with security protocols and appearance standards.
Security Guard / Dispatch
Cadillac Fairview (Chinook Mall)
04.2017 - 01.2022
Education
Business Administration Diploma - General Business
Bow Valley College
Calgary, AB 01.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
James Fowler High School
Calgary, AB 01.2010 - 05.2014
Skills
Computer Applications
Certification
Class 1 Alberta Commercial Driver's License
Reviews
- (2019 CF Annual Review) “Karan has a positive attitude towards life, and this is reflected in the way he interacts with tenants, guests, and CF staff. Karan’s empathy for others reflects in his ability to de-escalate potentially dangerous situations” (review by Andrew Urquhart, Manager at Cadillac Fairview)
- (2021 CF Annual Review) “Karan works with all 4 security teams and is exposed to different personalities, leadership styles, and duties. Karan is able to fit into all the teams without issue and help them complete their duties. Karan has a strong working relationship with the operations department and will go outside the scope of his own job to assist them. Karan welcomes new perspectives and insights into situations and actively seeks them out. Karan improves the morale of any team he works on with his infectious attitude.” (Review by Andrew Urquhart, Manager at Cadillac Fairview)
- (2022 CF Annual Review) Coming from an academic background, Karan’s approach to learning his new role and owning his expertise is methodical, organized, and by design. He is very structured in his ability to intentionally delve into his own growth areas and develop them with keen self-awareness. This dedication is an example to everyone in the department, from his manager to his direct reports.” (Review by Philip Mackay, Manager at Cadillac Fairview)
- "Employee of the Month" December 2023 Brookfield Properties - presented to Karan Padda. In recognition of your outstanding performance, exceptional commitment and extraordinary service to our customers, the team, and the organization. Jason Yuel, Vice President - Prairie Region, GardaWorld.
References
Thomas Mulhearn (Bankers Hall Complex Site Supervisor, Brookfield Properties/GardaWorld)
Cell - 587-897-2832
Ryan A. Robbins (CF - Security Supervisor)
Cell- 403 477-7926
Andrew Urquhart (CF Chinook Mall - Security Supervisor)
Cell - 403-560-4530
Aaron Sablay ( CF- Security Supervisor)
Cell- 403 909-4165
Timeline
First Aid License (CPR & AED)
03-2024
ICS I-200 (Incident Command System 200)
02-2024
Security, Fire & Life Safety Site Supervisor
GardaWorld Security (Brookfield Properties)
01.2024 - Current
Use of Force & Handcuff Training
10-2023
Security, Fire & Life Safety Supervisor
GardaWorld Security (Brookfield Properties)
09.2023 - Current
Emergency Response Training & Oxygen Administration
04-2023
Security, Fire & Life Safety Assistant Supervisor
Cadillac Fairview (Market Mall)
01.2022 - 10.2024
Class 1 Alberta Commercial Driver's License
07-2021
Portable Fire Extinguisher Training
07-2021
Business Administration Diploma - General Business
Bow Valley College
01.2021 - Current
Security Guard / Dispatch
Cadillac Fairview (Chinook Mall)
04.2017 - 01.2022
Alberta Security License (ABST)
02-2015
High School Diploma -
James Fowler High School
01.2010 - 05.2014
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