Loss Prevention Systems Technical Specialist

at  London Drugs Limited

Not just a job…
a community
a partnership
a team
You’ll experience them all at London Drugs. As one of Canada’s most successful retail chains, we know what it takes to build a satisfying career. We are seeking innovative, customer focused people to join our team! Our state-of-the-art Loss Prevention Department currently has the following opportunity in our Richmond, BC Head Office:

EDUCATION AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Security related education (Security Management) or recognized professional accreditation preferred.
• Industry training or professional certification (i.e. LPC, PSP, or ASP) preferred.
• Formal security, computer, or technical systems related post-secondary education or a combination of education and experience that yields the required knowledge, strengths and skills.
• Provincial security worker license, with CCTV installer endorsement required, Security Consultant endorsement preferred.
• Trade qualification (i.e.: Low voltage, Alarm Installations, etc.) is an asset.
• Extensive experience in specifying security related systems, hardware, and platforms in new store development or renovations.
• Experience specifying operation of architectural hardware and deployment of hierarchical keyways to support a security plan.
• Experience In root cause analysis and post incident evaluation following a burglary or physical security incident.
• Experience in developing evidence based security recommendations and the follow up implementation of Loss Prevention Systems.
• Knowledge of basic networking, PC based security surveillance systems and wireless communication.
• Training in security design and crime prevention principles (i.e.: CPTED, Protection in Depth, etc.)
• First Aid and W.H.I.M.I.S. Training

London Drugs offers advancement opportunities through our promote-from-within policies, salaries commensurate with experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits program including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, prescription drug and vision coverage for you and your family (Ensuring you and your family are taken care of)
• Employee Discount Program (Sharing our success)
• Employee Recognition Program (Tangible rewards for great work!)
• Company matched RRSPs (Helping you plan for your future)
• Ongoing In-House Training & Education Courses (Lifelong learning)
• Employee Family Assistance Program (Free confidential counseling)
• Community Involvement (Giving back to our communities)
• If you are a well-organized, self-motivated, individual who has a positive attitude and a commitment to achieving Company objectives, then we have the opportunity for you to excel!

• Protect all company assets and reduce losses.
• Operate, administer, and monitor maintenance of specific Loss Prevention Systems including but not limited to video, access control, intrusion, data analysis, etc.
• Ensure optimal configuration and user administration of networked loss prevention video surveillance systems.
• Review and assess Loss Prevention systems performance, make recommendations on solutions for evaluation and implementation.
• Develop training materials to assist in the development of end user skills, provide support to department training efforts as required.
• Participate in vendor relationships related to utilization of equipment, tools, and services.
• Attend select industry meetings and events; remain current on security technology as it applies to Loss Prevention Systems, including video, intrusion, data, and analytics.
• Develop technology solutions to security challenges and make recommendations for new Loss Prevention systems.
• Work with the Asset Protection security design team on store development projects to plan a facility security strategy and design Loss Prevention systems to protect those facilities.
• Provide guidance and support to stakeholders integrating with Loss Prevention Systems on approved projects.
• Attend store locations to conduct site inspections of systems under development, and established systems for proper functioning.
• Support internal team utilization of Loss Prevention technology (i.e. Investigations, Response Centre, DSC & Supply Chain Security, and Corporate Security Team.)
• Represent company loss prevention objectives during projects and interdepartmental meetings.
• Carry communication tools (mobile phone, pager) and respond to after-hours emergencies, and alarm calls as required.
• Will travel to any company location or on behalf of company to industry events when required.
• Will be available to communicate with the LP team, Executive team, and authorities outside of scheduled hours as needed