Security Guard - Full Time or Casual

Securita; Guelph; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free uniforms

Multiple site environments

FT/PT/Casual opportunities

Training & development

Career growth

Global leader

Job summary

Securitas Canada Limited is seeking professional Security Guards to join our team across various client sites in the Greater Cambridge/Kitchener-Waterloo/Guelph area. Roles include corporate, government, bank, and other client sites with varied shift patterns.

Pay ranges from 18.00 to 25.00 CAD per hour, based on assignment, location, experience, licensing, and site responsibilities. Ontario licence, first aid/CPR, and strong customer service are required; bilingual ability is a plus.

Qualifications

• Valid Ontario Security Guard Licence and First Aid/CPR certification required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Professional appearance and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and patrol the assigned property.
• Control access and verify visitors, employees, contractors, and deliveries.
• Monitor CCTV and alarm systems.
• Maintain accurate daily activity and incident reports.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies per site procedures.
• Conduct regular patrols and inspections.
• Enforce client and site policies.
• Provide professional customer service to employees, visitors, and the public.

Skills

Ontario Licence

First Aid & CPR

Communication

Customer Service

Reliability

Bilingual (EN/FR)

Job description

Securitas Canada Limited is one of Canada's largest providers of security services and a leader within our industry. Over 8,000 employees provide security services to thousands of public and private customers, large and small, across all sectors and verticals. Securitas AB is the second largest provider of security services globally. We have business operations in 45 markets and capabilities spanning from guarding to tech-enables security. We provide Integrated Guarding, Remote Guarding, Mobile Guarding, Onsite Guarding, Investigative Services and Technology Services.

Securitas Canada is looking for professional and reliable Security Guards to join our team across a variety of client sites throughout the Cambridge, Kitchener-Waterloo, Guelph, Fergus, Puslinch.

This posting is for multiple vacancies across the Greater Kitchener and Guelph Areas.

Our Security Guards can work in a range of environments, including:

• Corporate and Office Buildings
• Government Sites
• Bank Sites
• Other client locations require professional security services

What You Will Do:

Pay rates range from $18.00 to $25.00 per hour, depending on the assignment, location, experience, licensing requirements, and site responsibilities.

• Monitor and patrol the assigned property
• Control access to the site and verify visitors, employees, contractors, and deliveries
• Monitor CCTV and alarm systems
• Maintain accurate daily activity and incident reports
• Respond to incidents and emergencies in accordance with site procedures
• Conduct regular patrols and inspections
• Enforce client and site-specific security policies
• Provide professional customer service to employees, visitors, students, contractors, and members of the public
• Maintain a visible security presence
• Contact emergency services when required
• Perform other security-related duties as assigned

What We Need from You:

• Valid Ontario Security Guard Licence and First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Professional appearance and positive attitude
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations
• Strong observation and attention to detail
• Ability to complete written reports accurately
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Some positions may require fluency in English and French.
• Previous security experience is an asset, but qualified candidates with a strong customer-service background are encouraged to apply for more experienced roles.
• Some sites with government contracts will require candidates to be eligible for a reliabilty clearance.
• Priority will be given to candidates with OPEN availability for days, afternoons, nights and weekend shifts and their own vehicle with a G2 or G licence.

Opportunities:

Corporate Security

• Professional reception and access-control environments
• Employee and visitor access management
• CCTV monitoring
• Patrols and security reporting
• Incident reporting centre, monitoring global locations and dispatching emergency services.

Government Site Security

• Perimeter and site patrols
• Access control for workers, contractors, and visitors
• Monitoring equipment and materials
• Monitor inbound and outbound traffic.
• Trespasser deterrence including gatehouse duties.
• Overnight and weekend security coverage
• Incident prevention and reporting

Bank Protection Security

• Perimeter inspections and checks. Standing inside or outside bank entrance for long periods.
• Access control for members of the public and client employees.
• Respond to aggressive individuals and de-escalate.
• Monitoring equipment and materials within the bank.
• Monitor members of the public and enforce bank policies and procedures.
• Trespasser deterrence
• Incident prevention and reporting

Why us?

• Competitive pay opportunities of $18.00–$25.00/hour
• Free uniforms
• Multiple site environments and assignments
• Opportunities for full-time, part-time, and casual employment
• Training and development opportunities
• Opportunities to grow within the security industry
• Work with a global leader in security services

Please note: Assignment availability, pay rate, hours, and site requirements vary by location, experience and client.

Securitas Canada celebrates diversity, and we welcome and encourage applications from the four designated groups: namely women, aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified people to apply.

Securitas Canada does not ask for money or bank account or other sensitive financial information upfront or within job ads, including public job boards during the application process.

Further information about the Company: www.securitas.ca