Supervisor, Security

Who We Are
Gildan is leading the way in apparel manufacturing, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan, American Apparel, Comfort Colors, GOLDTOE, and Peds. We've spent the last four decades perfecting the art of respectful apparel making, and the last 20 years implementing sustainable initiatives throughout our business.

Founded in Canada, we now operate out of roughly 30 locations worldwide across 12 countries and sell our products in 60+ markets globally with $3 billion in sales. Together with more than 45,000 employees, we are united in our vision of Making Apparel Better. Di scover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised at .

The opportunity
The Security Supervisor oversees and manages security guards, ensuring effective patrols, access control, and compliance with security procedures. They respond to incidents, conduct investigations, and implement corrective measures to maintain safety and protect property.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Lead, supervise, and motivate security guards, particularly during night shifts.
• Provide clear instructions, resolve issues, and ensure guards perform their duties effectively
• Act as the first line of leadership during alarms, incidents, or emergencies.
• Take prompt, decisive action to minimize risks and protect property and people.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, patrols, and security operations.
• Lead proactive initiatives to identify vulnerabilities.
• Conduct regular supervisory patrols across the factory area, especially at vulnerable points (gates, windows, perimeter).
• Verify that guards are present at posts, alert, and following duty schedules.
• Randomly check patrol logs for accuracy and completeness.
• Inspect access control procedures at entry/exit points.
• Ensure ID checks, visitor logs, and vehicle entry records are properly maintained.
• Test and verify lock systems, biometric devices, or gates to ensure they are operational.
• Confirm that CCTV cameras, alarms, and lighting systems are functional.
• Report and escalate technical issues immediately for maintenance.
• Monitor live feeds periodically to ensure coverage of sensitive areas.
• Check if guards are performing timely patrols and making proper entries in logbooks.
• Provide on-the-spot corrections or instructions when lapses are observed.
• Conduct spot tests (e.g., simulate a security breach) to assess readiness

Profile & Core Competencies

• At least Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a reputed public or private university.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in similar field or relevant area.
• Good crisis management, self-control and stress management skills.
• Capacity to understand and evaluate priorities and urgencies.
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills with a desire to collaborate with others.
• An open-minded professional with a positive attitude, manner and behavior.
• Have the ability to adapt to a changing environment in a professional and impactful way.
• Work under pressure and potentially to take on the challenge of performing the job.
• Excellent written and oral skills in English.

What's In It For You

• Join a publicly traded company dual-listed on NYSE and TSX with great potential
• Be part of a workplace where meaningful connections and teamwork are celebrated
• From local to international, be ready to work alongside a diverse group of colleagues
• Benefit from mentorship and continuous development opportunities
• Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages

We want to get to know you better Please include your transferrable skills and unique experience in your application to help us learn more about you.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Come as you are
We recognize the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a meaningful, collaborative work environment. As an inclusive employer, we value and embrace all the traits that make you uniquely you and seek to provide everyone with an equal chance to succeed. Because equity and inclusion matter at Gildan.