Security Team Lead

GardaWorld; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Career growth

Permanent employment

Team leadership

Job summary

GardaWorld is seeking a Security Team Lead in Edmonton, Alberta to guide on-site security personnel, coordinate responses to incidents, and ensure safety and compliance on a high-profile client site.

You will serve as the primary liaison for on-duty staff, oversee shift briefings, and contribute to performance and reporting while upholding GardaWorld procedures and standards.

Qualifications

• Valid Alberta Security Services Licence or ability to obtain it.
• Strong incident management and decision making in high-pressure situations.
• Experience writing professional security reports and documentation.
• Familiarity with access control, patrol operations, CCTV systems and emergency response.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Security Guards during assigned shifts.
• Conduct shift briefings and communicate operational updates.
• Ensure personnel are licensed, trained, and fit for duty.
• Coordinate staffing, patrols, CCTV and alarm responses.
• Respond to incidents and assist with emergency management.
• Escalate significant issues and liaise with responders and client reps.
• Review reports and security documentation for accuracy.
• Perform handovers and communicate critical information to the next shift.
• Promote professionalism and compliance with procedures.
• Take on leadership in the Site Supervisor's absence.

Skills

Alberta Security Licence

Leadership

Incident management

Report writing

Access control

MS Office

Job description

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Security Team Lead

Business Unit: Security Services

Career Area: Security Guard

Location:

Edmonton, Alberta, CA Edmonton, Alberta, CA, T9E 0V3

Ready to suit up as a Security Team Lead

If you are an experienced security professional who thrives in a leadership role, GardaWorld is seeking a Security Team Lead to support daily security operations at a high-profile client site. In this position, you will provide hands-on guidance to security personnel, coordinate responses to incidents, support ongoing team performance, and help ensure all security responsibilities are carried out safely, professionally, and in accordance with site requirements.

As a Security Team Lead, you will serve as the primary point of contact for on-duty security staff, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and customer service while helping maintain a safe and secure environment for all stakeholders.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive pay of $20.50/hour
• Full-time or Part-time permanent employment
• Paid training ($15.00/hour during training)
• Rewards and recognition programs
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Work with one of Canada's leading security companies

Responsibilities for Security Team Lead

Lead and support Security Guards during assigned shifts.

Conduct shift briefings and communicate important operational updates.

Ensure all security personnel are properly equipped, licensed, and fit for duty.

Coordinate staffing, patrol assignments, and break schedules.Monitor access control, patrols, CCTV, alarm response, and other security operations.

Respond to and support incident, emergency, and medical event management.

Escalate significant incidents and operational concerns as required.

Liaise with emergency responders, property management, and client representatives.

Review and ensure completion of accurate reports and security documentation.

Conduct shift handovers and communicate critical information to incoming teams.Investigate security concerns, hazards, suspicious activity, and policy violations.

Maintain control of keys, access cards, radios, and other site equipment.

Promote professionalism, accountability, and compliance with GardaWorld and site procedures.

Assume leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Site Supervisor.

Perform Security Guard duties as required.

Complete additional duties assigned by GardaWorld management or the client.

Qualifications for Security Team Lead

• Valid Alberta Security Services Licence.
• Be legally authorized to work in Canada.
• Minimum 2-3 years of security experience, with previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong incident management, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience writing professional reports and security documentation.
• Strong working knowledge of access control, patrol operations, CCTV systems, and emergency response procedures.
• Ability to remain calm and make effective decisions in high-pressure situations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and basic computer applications.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• First Aid/CPR certification is considered an asset.

This could be more than a job! If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

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