Security Guard - EllisDon

Commissionaires; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, drug & dental

Life & AD&D

RRSP/TFSA matching

Free uniforms & equipment

On-job training

Loyalty award

Education assistance funds & family

Advancement opportunities

Free parking

Job summary

Commissionaires Nova Scotia is recruiting a Security Guard at our North End Halifax site. The role involves access control, patrols, and monitoring security systems to protect people and property.

The position offers varied shifts, with pay rate $19.00–$21.00 per hour and opportunities for professional development within a national security organization.

Qualifications

• Superior attention to detail with very good verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Computer literacy, and/or an aptitude to learn is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide access control at the main site entrance, exit, and building entrance through identification verification
• Conduct roving foot patrols of assigned areas to help maintain the security of the site and perimeter
• Monitor security systems, cameras, and alarms, where applicable
• Create and issue building access and identification passes
• Conduct vehicle searches prior to entry to the site
• Provide security monitoring during concrete pours, as required
• Maintain accurate daily logs and records of site activities and incidents
• Protect people, property, and information
• Ensure health and safety requirements are followed in the workplace
• Adhere to CNS' Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality policies, systems, and practices, as well as those of the Client
• Follow CNS policies, Site Work Instructions, and direction from the Site Supervisor
• Perform other security-related duties as required

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Computer literacy

Job description

Commissionaires Nova Scotia (CNS) is the province’s leading provider of security, safety, training, and identification services. Winner of the 2025 Canadian Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs)- Outstanding Partnership, we are a part of the Canadian Corps of Commissionaires, our parent federation employing over 22,000 commissionaires across Canada. We exist to provide meaningful employment for veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP, their families, and anyone else who wants to contribute to the security and well-being of Nova Scotians.

We’re looking for individuals who are dependable, observant, and committed to making a difference. As a Security Guard, you'll help create safe, welcoming environments through proactive patrols, strong customer service, and a professional presence while supporting the diverse needs of our clients and communities.

We are recognized for providing the highest quality of security services in Nova Scotia, with global certifications for our exceptional customer service, management standards, and environmental stewardship.

WHAT WE OFFER

A sought-after employer and community partner, we can help you achieve your goals through challenging work, professional development, and career advancement opportunities. We strive to continually improve and leverage technology in the security industry across Nova Scotia.

Join the 2025 OSPA Award Winning Team and benefit from:

• Health, drug, and dental benefits
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage (AD&D)
• RRSP/TFSA matching
• Free uniforms and equipment
• High-quality, formal, and on-job training
• Annual, earned paid loyalty award
• Education assistance funds and family scholarship programs
• Advancement opportunities within a large, national organization
• Free parking for Commissionaires working at this site

THE ROLE

Position: Security Guard
Competition Number: CNS 2026-09-08
Location: North End Halifax
Reports to: Site Supervisor

Rate of Pay: $19.00–$21.00 per hour
Working Hours: Various shifts based on operational requirements

Duties and Responsibilities:

If you’re motivated by the key responsibilities below, then we’d love to hear from you!

• Provide access control at the main site entrance, exit, and building entrance through identification verification
• Conduct roving foot patrols of assigned areas to help maintain the security of the site and perimeter
• Monitor security systems, cameras, and alarms, where applicable
• Create and issue building access and identification passes
• Conduct vehicle searches prior to entry to the site
• Provide security monitoring during concrete pours, as required
• Maintain accurate daily logs and records of site activities and incidents
• Protect people, property, and information
• Ensure health and safety requirements are followed in the workplace
• Adhere to CNS' Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality policies, systems, and practices, as well as those of the Client
• Follow CNS policies, Site Work Instructions, and direction from the Site Supervisor
• Perform other security-related duties as required

WHO WE’R SEEKING

CNS is an equitable employer, and would consider an acceptable equivalent of education, experience and transferable skills. Key qualifications and skills to be successful include, but are not limited to:

• Superior attention to detail with very good verbal communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Computer literacy, and/or an aptitude to learn is an asset

Mental alertness with an ability to:

• demonstrate a strong work ethic and “Can Do” attitude
• react calmly, quickly, and appropriately in any crisis
• concentrate and remain alert for up to 12 hours
• communicate observed characteristics/behaviour (good memory)
• demonstrate problem-solving and sound judgement

Physical fitness with an ability to:

• climb multiple flights of stairs with ease
• navigate uneven terrain during foot patrols (in all weather conditions)
• display good dexterity and balance
• rely on all senses in assessing changes to the work environment

Basic Requirements:

• Be aged 19 or older;
• Have eligibility to work in Canada;
• Not have a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted;
• Be able to provide fingerprints and complete a criminal record check;
• Be eligible to apply for, and attain, a Government of Canada personnel security clearance, Secret Security Clearance and Controlled Goods Clearance
• Possession of a valid Nova Scotia's Driver's License, or reliable transportation to/from the worksites is preferred

READY TO JOIN US?

This position is open to external and internal applicants (commissionaires should include their Corps #). We encourage veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP to apply.

Our goal is to create an inclusive, diverse workplace representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. At Commissionaires we support, value, and respect the different views, cultures and experiences of our employees, clients, business partners and community members. We welcome applicants that identify as Indigenous/Aboriginals, or African Nova Scotians and/or Other Racially Visible Persons, or Persons with Disabilities, or Persons who identify in the 2SLGBTQ+ community or others who reflect the diversity of Nova Scotian communities. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your cover letter or during the application process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted