Loss Prevention Security Guard

GardaWorld; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global security leader is looking for a Loss Prevention Security Guard in Red Deer, Alberta. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $22, flexible schedules, and comprehensive benefits. Responsibilities include partnering with law enforcement, deterring theft, and ensuring the safety of customers and employees. Ideal candidates will possess a valid security license and be authorized to work in Canada. Opportunities for career growth are available, along with continuing education through GardaWorld Academy.

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible schedules

Career growth opportunities

Uniform provided at no cost

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in Canada.
• Hold a valid security license.
• First aid certification is an asset.
• Ability to stand and walk throughout shift.
• Prior Loss Prevention experience/training is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Partner with law enforcement during serious incidents.
• Provide covert security support to identify, deter and apprehend individuals involved in crime.
• Assist in de-escalating disorderly behaviour.
• Adhere to the criminal code of Canada when apprehending individuals.
• Prioritize safety of all parties while making arrests.
• Watch for suspicious customers.

Skills

Observation skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to deter theft

Job description

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Loss Prevention Security Guard

Business Unit: Security Services

Career Area: Security Guard

Location: Red Deer, Alberta, CA

Ready to suit up as a Loss Prevention Security Guard

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk and act accordingly. Your keen sense of observation and strong social skills are your greatest strengths.

As a Loss Prevention Security Guard, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments such as retail stores, airports, security facility centers, etc.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive hourly wage of $22 + comprehensive benefits
• We will invest in you, covering the costs of continuing education through GardaWorld Academy
• Flexible schedules with various shifts available
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• There are 2 positions available- 1 Full-time & 1 Casual
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities for Loss Prevention Security Guard

• Partner with law enforcement during serious incidents
• Provide covert security support to identify,deter and apprehend individuals involved in external criminal activities
• Assist in de‑escalating disorderly behaviour and conflicts within the store
• Theft apprehension must only be made with all five elements present
• LPO's are required to adhere to the criminal code of Canada when apprehending and detaining
• LPO's must always prioritize the safety of themselves, store employees, and customers while carrying out their duties when making an arrest
• LPO's are to watch suspicious customers and be a deterrent

Qualifications for a Loss Prevention Security Guard

• Be authorized to work in Canada
• Hold a valid security license
• First aid certification - {an asset}
• Ability to stand and walk throughout shift
• Prior Loss Prevention experience/training is an asset

This could be more than a job! If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs. We also have concierge, surveillance and even casual roles available.

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