Copy of Airport Security Team Lead

Paladin Security Group Ltd; Halifax; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Paladin Security Group Ltd is hiring an Airport Security Team Lead to oversee security operations at Halifax Stanfield Airport. The role involves team supervision, incident management, and ensuring high standards of security compliance. Candidates should possess supervisory experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive under pressure.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of supervisory/managerial experience required.
• Must have excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Valid Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure operational effectiveness of security shifts.
• Coordinate security response to incidents.
• Provide ongoing training and direction for team members.

Skills

Supervisory Experience

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Discretion

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C

Driver's License

Job description

Overview

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!

Job Skills / Requirements

Site Description: 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 Team Lead

Site: Halifax Airport (HIAA)

Overtime: Overtime after 48 hours

Hours: Continental Rotation - 0600-1800/1800-0600

Payrate: $25.80 an hour

Posting Date: May 27, 2025

Internal Closing Date: July 1, 2025

External Closing Date: July 1, 2025

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

Key Responsibilities

A Team Lead is responsible for the supervision and operational effectiveness of the entire on-duty security shift. In addition, this position is responsible for coordinating the security response to incidents. Duties include:

• Team Leads are responsible for the ongoing training and direction of their team.
• Team Leads are accountable for their team's knowledge (and retention) of the site operations per Paladin expectations.
• Communication is a key function of the Team Lead position, sharing information with their team as needed
• Ensuring contractual obligations are met, addressing matters such as time loss or lateness.
• While on shift, the Team Leads will respond to all emergencies and take command of the situations as they pertain to the Paladin's involvement.
• The Team Lead is also responsible for ensuring the staff have read and understand Paladin's Occupational Health and Safety Policies and Procedures. As well, reporting any infractions or accidents that occur during their shift.
• Team Leads are responsible for disciplinary issues, including documentation and coaching opportunities.
• Additional Team Lead duties include (but are not limited to): Email responsiveness, shift briefings, conferring with the Site Supervisor on daily or upcoming matters, assisting with scheduling, and ensuring daily paperwork has been completed.
  
  

We are seeking experienced security professionals looking to build a full-time career in Aviation Security.

Positions Require

• 5+ years of supervisory/managerial experience
• 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 have reliable transportation to the airport.
• Must have a valid Driver's License with minimum 3 years of driving experience.
• Must have valid Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C certificate (Online First Aid/CPR certificate not accepted)
• Must be at least 19 years of age and have a high school diploma.
  
  

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Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma/GED

Certification Requirements (All)

Standard First Aid, CPR Level C

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce. 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 applicants that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays