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Toronto Pearson is transforming. Now''s the time for your career to fly. The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is a dynamic organization with a bold plan to make Toronto Pearson Canada''s leading global hub airport, excelling in airport performance, customer care, and sustainability. Together with our partners, approximately 1900 GTAA employees are working to create a next-generation airport through innovation and a commitment to providing a safe, efficient, and uplifting experience for passengers, while supporting the prosperity of our community and aviation partners. Join us as we work to make Toronto Pearson the preferred place to fly and work. What can you expect from this position As the Head of Safety, Security, and Emergency Services, you will safeguard people, assets, and operations through an integrated strategy that combines aviation security, public and corporate safety, Safety Management Systems (SMS), fire and emergency services, and emergency preparedness. You will develop and ensure the resilience of airport services by integrating enterprise-wide risk management, fostering a strong safety culture, and ensuring regulatory compliance. You will oversee critical crisis management capabilities and lead transformation and modernization efforts within the safety and security portfolio by incorporating data analytics and real-time insights into decision-making and operational performance. Who are we looking for You are a strategic thinker with exceptional operational skills and a passion for innovation. You are committed to safeguarding people, assets, and operations through a forward-thinking strategy and thrive on driving organizational transformation. As a thought leader, you excel in strategic planning, leadership, mentoring, and coaching, even during crises. You possess excellent communication skills for executive reporting and are well-versed in global industry threats and trends. You have a strong command of safety and emergency frameworks, leveraging data dashboards, KPIs, and predictive analytics to inform decisions. You are a proven change agent capable of leading safety culture transformations in complex organizational structures, with specialized experience in ARFF, SMS implementation, and enterprise crisis coordination. This is the role for you if you have : Bachelor''s degree in Aviation Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master''s degree in Aviation Safety, Business, Engineering, or Risk Management is preferred. At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience in airport operations, safety, or security, preferably in large airport or infrastructure environments in executive or cross-functional roles. 15 years of leadership experience managing and developing high-performing teams in a matrix organization with multiple operational responsibilities. Experience in developing, implementing, and executing safety and security policies and programs within large, complex organizations, especially those involving large-scale capital projects. Knowledge of applicable Transport Canada regulations. Familiarity with Occupational Health and Safety programs and regulatory frameworks. Ability to obtain and retain a Transportation Security Clearance. To Apply : Applications should be submitted directly to Heidrick & Struggles, the partner organization handling this recruitment, via email. The GTAA is committed to employment equity and fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Required Experience : Director Key Skills Security Management, Vehicle Patrols, Public Safety, Law Enforcement, Access Control, Safety Procedures, Security Measures, Alarm Systems, Crowd Control, CCTV Monitoring, Security Checks, Risk Detection, Safe Environment, Security Systems Employment Type : Full-Time Experience : 10+ years Vacancy : 1 Create a job alert for this search Safety and Emergency Toronto, Ontario, Canada #J-18808-Ljbffr