Protective Services Official 03 - Fly In Fly Out – - Gahcho Kué Mine, Northwest Territories

De Beers Group has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and energetic individual to join the Protective Service Team at the Gahcho Kué Mine Site based in the Northwest Territories. Reporting to the Protective Services Supervisor, the incumbent will be responsible for day-to-day security, ensuring the protection of people, product, and property at the Gahcho Kué site. This is a contract position until June 2027. 

The successful candidate will be performing search activities, on-site investigations, video surveillance, access control, providing escorts, reporting risks and suggesting improvements to ensure the general safety and security of the mine site. The ideal candidate is one who is committed to safe working practices and strives for zero harm.

Key responsibilities

• Committing to the mine’s safety, health and environmental programs;
• Overseeing the activities of employees and contractors to ensure the integrity, safety and security of those on site;
• Conducting local surveillance and access control in coordination with the Protective Services Intelligence Operations Centre;
• Coordinating, reviewing and/or conducting investigations related to security or protective services;
• Completing threat, vulnerability and risk identifications as required;
• Conducting searches of employees and property;
• Operating CCTV, Ion Scanner, and X-Ray equipment;
• Assisting in coaching Protective Services Officials (PSO) trainees; and
• Communicating new and amended policies to mine personnel.
• Ability to prove your commitment to Safety, Health and Environment;
• Experience operating CCTV, access control and X-Ray equipment;
• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office applications;
• Experience in investigations or intelligence operations;
• Experience in a cross-cultural work environment;
• Experience in working at a remote mine site;
• Strong conflict resolution skills are essential;
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; and
• Possess a valid driver’s license.

Desirable Assets

• Formal corrections/police/security/military training from an accredited institution;
• Experience in CCTV, Lenel and Perspective;
• Minimum of two (2) years of related experience and one (1) year minimum of experience within a Control Room/Dispatch setting.

Who We Are

Active in Canada for over 60 years, we are part of De Beers Group, the world's leading diamond company. Globally, we are a team of more than 20,000 people, with operations in Canada, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa, and activities across the diamond value chain from exploration to diamond jewelry retail. Our unwavering focus on sustainability and Building Forever fuels our commitment to advance standards across the diamond industry, protect the natural world, partner with local communities, and accelerate economic inclusion to support diversity in our business and beyond.

In Canada, we have more than 600 employees working at offices in Calgary, Toronto and Yellowknife, actively exploring for new diamond opportunities, recovering diamonds at the joint venture Gahcho Kué mine in the Northwest Territories, and closing and rehabilitating two mines.

At De Beers, we believe in the power of working in partnership with communities to create lasting, positive impacts that endure long after we recover the last diamond. Our inclusive and diverse workplace values mining with respect for the environment and nearby communities, and we seek team players who share our passion for Making Life Brilliant.

Safety

Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health, and the well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)

As a global #HeForShe Thematic Champion, De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Please inform us should there be any special requirements that should be considered as part of your application.

Building Forever

Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making – it is how we do business.   Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers’ trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.

  Inclusion & Diversity

We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.

Referral

This opportunity is open to a paid referral incentive according to the Employee Referral Policy (HRM.AD.21.00). Referral incentives are applicable to De Beers Group internal employees only.

Background Checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.

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