Airport Security Officer (HIAA)

Paladin Security Group Ltd; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent security services provider is looking for an Airport Security Officer at Halifax Airport. The role involves ensuring the safety and security of passengers, staff, and equipment, along with monitoring restricted access areas. Candidates must possess excellent communication and customer service skills, and have a high school diploma. Flexibility in availability is essential, as shifts vary. The position offers competitive pay and opportunities for training and career advancement.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Free Uniforms

Paid vacation & sick days

Free dry cleaning & tailoring allowance

Daily pay offered

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Must have reliable transportation to the airport.
• Valid Driver's License with minimum 3 years of driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the Primary Security Line to ensure safety.
• Conduct routine safety checks throughout the property.
• Respond to emergencies and manage incidents until relieved.

Skills

Verbal and written English communication

Customer service skills

Problem solving

Discretion

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview Job Skills / Requirements

Halifax Stanfield is Atlantic Canada's principal full‑service airport providing passengers and cargo clients with direct access to markets across Canada, the United States, Mexico, the Caribbean Basin, Europe, and Asia. Halifax Stanfield offers Canada Customs services on a 24‑hour, seven day a week basis, and it's the only airport in Atlantic Canada with U.S. preclearance and International to Domestic processing facilities.

Position Details

• Position: Airport Security Officer (ACO)
• Site: Halifax Airport (HIAA)
• Overtime: Overtime after 48 hours
• Hours: Continental Rotation - 0600-1800/1800-0600
• Payrate: $21.65
• Posting Date: March 3, 2025
• Internal Closing Date: November 30, 2025
• External Closing Date: November 30, 2025

Schedule Example

4 days on (2 days on day shift/2 days on night shift), 4 days off

Key Responsibilities

As an Access Control Officer, you will be working as the main Security detail for Halifax Stanfield International Airport. You will ensure the safety & security of all passengers, workers and flight personnel by monitoring the Primary Security Line or PSL at various gates and access points. You will ensure that only authorized individuals have access to the restricted areas beyond the PSL.

Other Duties Include

• 24/7 Monitoring the terminal areas, perimeter for safety concerns and suspicious behaviors.
• Ensuring all tenants and guests are adhering to the regulations laid out by Transport Canada.
• Performing regular patrols of airport facilities to ensure security and safety measures are upheld.
• Conducting routine safety checks throughout the property.
• Responding to emergency situations and acting as incident commander until relieved by first responders is a crucial responsibility associated with this position.
• Detecting, responding and managing emergencies as directed by the Security Operations Centre (SOC).

Career Advancement Opportunities to become trained in Security Operations Centre and Patrol when positions may become available.

Positions Require

• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent problem solving and decision‑making skills, including working under pressure.
• Discretion when handling confidential and private information.
• Ability to pass a security clearance and hold a RAIC.
• Ability to stand, walk and sit for extended periods of time.
• Flexible availability including weekends and overnight shifts, schedule of 06:00-18:00/18:00-06:00.
• Must be at least 19 years of age and have a high school diploma.
• Must have reliable transportation to the airport.
• Must have a valid Driver's License with min 3 years of driving experience.
• Must have valid First Aid & CPR/AED certificate (Online First Aid/CPR certificate not accepted).
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Competitive wage and benefits package.
• Free Uniforms.
• Company paid Security license.
• Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance.
• Paid vacation & sick days.
• Your paycheck, on your schedule—daily pay offered.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma/GED

Certification Requirements

Standard First Aid, CPR Level C

Valid Driver's License

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security: Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE!
The Paladin Difference starts with our people; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!
Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and we believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance