Security Guard

Securiguard Services; Gibsons; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services provider is seeking Security Guards for the Sunshine Coast area of Canada. This dynamic role involves ensuring the safety of ferry terminals and onboard vessels, engaging with the public, and performing routine security checks. Candidates must possess a BC Security License and excellent communication skills. The position requires physical stamina for prolonged standing and walking. Join a diverse team committed to providing safety across various industries, with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Dynamic and unique work setting

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid BC Security License.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public.
• Experience with writing reports for job activities.
• Must be able to work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and security at ferry terminals and onboard vessels.
• Act as a visible deterrent to crime.
• Engage the public to provide assistance and direction.
• Perform routine security inspections and checks.
• Operate radios and escalate incidents when necessary.
• Identify and report safety hazards.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Comfortable with radio communication

Ability to write reports

Reliability

Punctuality

Education

BC Security License

Job description

Can you think of another workplace where you get the chance to see mountain ranges, a killer whale, and the open ocean, all in one shift?

Our Security Guards are offered employment in a dynamic role in one of the most unique work environments that BC has to offer. This customer-facing role has the crucial responsibility of making our passengers feel safe and secure as they travel from coast to coast.

The Day to Day:

• Ensure the safety and security of ferry terminal and onboard vessels
• Act as a visible security presence and deterrent to support a safe environment
• Engage with the public to provide assistance, direction, and exceptional customer service
• Perform security procedures including unlock/lock-up checks and routine inspections
• Operate communication tools such as radios and escalate incidents as necessary
• Identify, report, and help mitigate safety hazards
• Support passenger safety and satisfaction during coast-to-coast travel

What you bring:

• BC Security License
• Excellent communication skills
• Comfortable with radio communication
• Ability to write reports on job-related activities
• Comfort working independently and in varying weather conditions
• Punctuality and reliability
• Physically capable of standing and walking for a duration of 8 hours

Who we are:

At Securiguard we believe in living and acting by our values: R.E.A.C.H.

Respect · Empathy · Accountability · Courtesy & · Honesty

We're in the business of making people feel safe. We have proven expertise in deploying security and safety personnel in a variety of industries including Corporate, Retail, Property Management, Industrial, Aviation, Marine, Government, Educational, and Industrial/Resource Projects, and have the largest and highest accredited K-9 detection and screening division in Canada.

With the ability to service clients across Canada including major centers, small towns, and remote locations by air, land, or sea, our team of 4000+ strong security and safety professionals provide people with a feeling of safety by offering a comprehensive selection of security services and solutions.

We believe that diversity enables the company to grow towards a better future. By creating an environment which is inclusive and provides equal opportunity for all, ideas are generated which help to solve the problems of a changing and increasingly complex world. Our mission, vision, and values enabled us to be the 2021 winners of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Culture and a finalist of the 2021 Canadian HR Awards' Excellence in Diversity & Inclusion category.