Security Guard - Ottawa

Securiguard Services; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced security guards to ensure the safety of various sites across the Ottawa region. In this vital role, you will be responsible for enforcing regulations, monitoring CCTV systems, and responding to incidents. The company prides itself on fostering a supportive work environment with extensive training and a commitment to personal growth. If you possess a valid Ontario Security License and have a passion for safety, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you, offering competitive pay and a culture recognized for its excellence.

Benefits

Award-Winning Corporate Culture

Extensive Paid Training

Extended Health Benefits

Recognition Programs & Events

Qualifications

• Valid Ontario Security License is required.
• 1 year of security experience in various settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enforce provincial and municipal regulations and policies.
• Monitor CCTV systems and operate security control room equipment.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Crowd Management

Customer Service

Empathy

Education

Diploma/Degree in Security or Law Enforcement

Tools

CCTV Software

Two-way Radio Communication

Job description

Securiguard Services is looking for experienced security guards for our various sites across Ottawa region.

At Securiguard, our mission is to make people feel safe. As a security professional, you'll contribute to the safety of our stakeholders by enforcing provincial and municipal regulations, enforcing policies and procedures, monitoring CCTV systems, operating security control room equipment, controlling access to the site, reporting any hazards or security breaches, and responding to incidents.

Requirements:

• Valid Ontario Security License
• Standard First Aid & Level C CPR with AED
• 1 year of security experience, preferably in a Gov't, Retail, Distribution Centre, Healthcare, or Commercial setting.
• Diploma/Degree in the field of security or law enforcement (e.g., Police Foundations, Criminology)
• Excellent communication & report writing skills
• Customer service experience is an asset
• Comfort with two-way radio communication/dispatch and/or CCTV software
• Approaches a situation with a listening mindset and empathy
• Capable of standing and walking for a duration of up to 12 hours
• Ability to problem solve, effective with crowd management, and use discretion and good judgment
• A valid driver's license & having a personal vehicle is an asset
• Shares and adheres to our values - REACH (Respect, Empathy, Accountability, Courtesy, and Honesty)

Pay rate: $17.25 - $20.50

What we offer:

• Award-Winning Corporate Culture - winners of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Culture 2021
• Extensive Paid Training
• Extended Health Benefits
• Recognition Programs & Events

We are committed to building an environment of respect and personal growth for all our staff. We support this commitment with highly competitive compensation and benefits, comprehensive training, reliable equipment, and supportive supervision, as well as great opportunities for advancement, community involvement, and work/life balance practices.

We thank all applicants for their interest in working with Securiguard; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted. We encourage you to reapply anytime in the future.

Securiguard Services Ltd. ("Securiguard") is committed to ensuring equal access to and participation in employment for persons with disabilities. Securiguard welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Upon request, Securiguard will provide accommodation to a job applicant with a disability during all aspects of its recruitment process. If you require accommodation during this process, please email: [e-mail]