Security Officer

at  Burgundy Diamond

ABOUT BURGUNDY DIAMOND MINES

Burgundy Diamond Mines is a premier global diamond company that proudly produces and delivers ethically sourced diamonds from mine to market. Tracing diamonds end-to-end from its world-renowned Ekati Diamond Mine in Canada’s Northwest Territories, right through to retail diamond sales, creates unquestionable diamond origin and traceability.
Founded in Perth, Western Australia, Burgundy has established itself in the market through its innovative strategy and unique vertically integrated business model, focused on capturing margins along the full value chain of the diamond market. Burgundy is part of CanadaMark™, a program that assures manufacturers, retailers and customers, that Burgundy Diamonds are sustainably produced and support ethical investment in Canadian Northern Indigenous communities.
Burgundy has an office and a cutting and polishing facility in Perth, Australia, an office in Calgary, Canada and a diamond sales office in Antwerp, Belgium.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Security Officer is responsible for proactively identifying and communicating threats wherever practicable, to mitigate risks to the integrity of the company, its personnel, processes, and other assets. The successful candidate must be able to work as part of a team, as well as independently, and should be a critical thinker with a high degree of professionalism and integrity.
As a member of the Security Team, the Security Officer will report to the Team Leader, Security, and work two (2) weeks on, two (2) weeks off rotation at the Ekati mine site.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma/GED;
• Experience using standard technology systems for security: video surveillance, access control, alarm monitoring, incident reporting, and related database systems;
• Northwest Territory Security Officer Certification is considered an asset;
• 3+ years’ experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience in associated fields (security, crime prevention, emergency planning).

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO QUALIFIED APPLICANTS FROM ARCTIC’S IMPACT BENEFIT AGREEMENT (IBA) GROUPS. MEMBERS SHOULD CLEARLY IDENTIFY THEIR IBA STATUS ON THE ONLINE JOB APPLICATION AND RESUME TO RECEIVE PRIORITY CONSIDERATION.

Visit www.burgundydiamonds.com to apply and to learn more about our operations.
Closing Date: This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

• Participating in all safety and security related programs as well as ensuring all concerns are reported to supervisory personnel;
• Championing the protection of company assets (including people, physical property, financial resources, and information) within the incumbent’s span of control to mitigate risks of loss, misuse, and abuse;
• Providing immediate response to security and emergency situations;Conduct video surveillance, alarm monitoring, and access control functions for high-risk areas;
• Identify, investigate, and report all breaches of approved policy/procedures;
• Apply various company policies as they relate to Drugs, Alcohol, Theft of property, etc.;
• Maintain up to date and accurate electronic records, filing, and database systems;
• Assist in the evaluation of current and proposed security systems/practices by assessing risks, reviewing performance, and recommending improvements;Assist in projects related to emergency response;
• Participate in internal audits and searches of personnel, property, and vehicles;
• Undertake a variety of specialized security roles as needs dictate;
• Assist in the training and development of new hires.