SECURITY OFFICER

Rank Group; Halifax; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental benefits

GRRSP Plan

Uniforms covered

Paid sick days

Job summary

Rank Group in Halifax, Nova Scotia, seeks a Security Guard for its Nova Centre location. You will assist tenants and visitors, maintain a visible security presence, and respond to emergencies while upholding a professional image.

Requirements include a high school diploma, with security experience and related post-secondary education considered assets. Join a dedicated in-house security team with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Previous security experience is an asset.
• Post-secondary education in corrections or police foundations would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to tenants and the public.
• Maintain a visible security presence and enforce safety during busy periods.
• Conduct regular foot patrols and monitor for suspicious activity; report incidents.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Punctual & dependable

Team player

Tech literacy

Problem solving

Verbal & written English

Discretion

Physical stamina

Criminal background check required

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary education in corrections/police foundations

Job description

Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Rank Group is a full-service real estate firm, providing services such as property development, construction, property management, property maintenance, space design and planning. We thrive on building mutually open and honest relationships with our clients in all our projects, which is evidenced by our many long-standing relationships.

With over 4 decades of experience and success, Rank Group has developed, owns and manages more than 5 million square feet of space, with over 500 clients spread over commercial, industrial, retail and multi-residential properties across Atlantic Canada.

We have an opening for a security guard to join our professional in-house security team based at Nova Centre in downtown Halifax. Nova Centre is a 1-million-square-footmixed development includes: retail space, a convention centre, commercial space, a hotel, restaurants and a 2 level parkade.

Responsibilities Include

• Provide exceptional customer service to tenants and members of the public. Welcome them to the building and answer general inquiries (e.g., providing directions, etc.);
• Provide a visible presence on the premises that enforces safety and security – particularly during high traffic times of the day;
• Conduct regular foot patrols of the premise – identity and investigate any suspicious behaviour, threats and irregular activity;
• Monitor our video surveillance system CCTV– identify and investigate any suspicious behaviour, threats and irregular activity;
• Respond to emergency and security situations including power outages, fire alarms, physical disturbances, etc. and provide proper response (police, fire, ambulance). Provide an Incident Report of the incident;
• Prevent unauthorized entry and politely direct disruptive individuals to leave the premises;
• Write clear and comprehensive reports utilizing our innovative electronic reporting software;
• Monitor parkade to ensure traffic flowing in and out smoothly, deal with any issues as they arise;
• Control Access to the property, this may include escorting contractors;
• Provide specialized security services and sustain effective relationships with key stakeholders;
• Act as ambassador of the Company – portray a positive, professional image as the face of the Company;
• You will also be responsible for ensuring that policies and procedures are adhered to and enforced;

Requirements

Education & Experience

• High school diploma;
• Previous experience working in a security position is an asset but not required.
• Relevant post-secondary education (corrections; police foundations, etc.) would be an asset.

Skills And Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills – ability to develop relationships with tenants and members of the public and portray and positive Company image;
• Attentive, aware of surroundings and strong attention to detail. Ability to discern when things are not as they should be;
• Dependable and punctual; a team player;
• Ability to utilize technology and computer software;
• Ability to solve problems, make decisions and respond to emergencies under pressure;
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, including report writing.
• Discretion when handling confidential and private information;
• Ability, to stand and walk (indoors and outdoors) for extended periods of time;
• Criminal background check required;

Why Join Us?

• Competitive wages
• Exciting multi-faceted security role
• Health/Dental benefits.
• GRRSP Plan
• Guaranteed, year-round hours.
• Discounts at our sister company furniture stores.
• Uniforms covered.
• Paid sick days.