Security Guard - Shopping Centre

Allied Universal; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid training & development

Career growth and advancement

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a professional Security Guard for a shopping centre in Vancouver, BC. The role covers foot patrols, CCTV monitoring, and serving as a central communications point for security operations.

The ideal candidate will hold a BC Security Guard License, First Aid/CPR, and have strong communication, situational awareness, and decision-making skills. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 4pm–12am; full-time with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Active BC Security Guard License is required.
• First Aid and CPR certification is required.
• Previous security experience in retail or customer service is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to stay calm and decisive during emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interior and exterior patrols of the shopping centre and surrounding property.
• Respond to alarms and dispatch calls for service to security team members.
• Maintain radio communications and coordinate responses to incidents.
• Provide excellent customer service to shoppers, tenants, and visitors.
• Assist with emergency responses and evacuations as needed.
• Complete detailed incident reports and daily activity logs.
• Liaise with mall management and external stakeholders when necessary.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Situational awareness

De-escalation

Emergency response

Report writing

Patrol

CCTV operations

Tools

BC Security License

First Aid & CPR

Radio communications

MS Office

CCTV systems

Job description

Company Overview:

We are North America's leading security and facility services provider with approximately 300,000 service personnel. At Allied Universal(R), we pride ourselves on fostering a promote from within culture. There are countless examples of individuals who began their career as Security Professionals and today hold positions on our senior leadership team. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full‑time positions!

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Allied Universal is seeking Security Guard – Shopping Centre in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Title: Security Guard - Shopping Centre

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia

Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour

Schedule:Monday to Friday, 4pm to 12am

Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview:

We are seeking a professional, customer-focused Security Guard - Shopping Centre. This position combines traditional security duties, including foot patrols and CCTV monitoring duties.

The successful candidate will serve as a central point of communication for the security team while actively participating in daily security operations throughout the shopping center. This role requires strong communication skills, excellent situational awareness, and the ability to respond effectively to emergencies and customer service situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct interior and exterior foot patrols of the shopping center and surrounding property.


• Perform mobile patrols of parking facilities and exterior areas as required.


• Answer incoming calls and dispatch calls for service to security team members.


• Maintain radio communications and coordinate responses to incidents and emergencies.


• Respond to alarms, disturbances, medical emergencies, and other incidents.


• De-escalate conflicts and manage challenging situations using effective communication techniques.


• Provide exceptional customer service to shoppers, tenants, retailers, and visitors.


• Assist with emergency response procedures, evacuations, and incident management.


• Monitor security systems, CCTV, and communication equipment as required.


• Complete detailed incident reports, occurrence reports, and daily activity logs.


• Liaise with emergency services, mall management, and external stakeholders when necessary.


• Enforce property rules, policies, and procedures while maintaining a professional presence.


• Support the overall safety and security of the shopping center environment.

Qualifications

• Valid British Columbia Security Guard License.


• Valid First Aid and CPR certification.


• Previous security experience in a retail, commercial, or customer service environment is considered an asset.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during emergency situations.


• Excellent conflict resolution and de-escalation skills.


• Basic computer proficiency and report-writing abilities.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a high‑end retail, luxury shopping centre, or commercial property environment.




• Previous experience leading or mentoring a security team.




• Knowledge of access control, CCTV systems, emergency response procedures, and incident management.




• Experience coordinating emergency response and shift operations.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.




• Paid training and professional development opportunities.




• Career growth and advancement within Allied Universal.




• Supportive and professional work environment.

Disclaimer

As part of Allied Universal's standard hiring process, all candidates being considered for employment will be required to undergo a comprehensive background screening. This may include criminal background checks, employment verification, education verification, and professional reference checks.

Allied Universal® is an inclusive and equitable employer, encouraging applications from qualified women and men including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.