Security Team Lead at Mississauga Hospital

Paladin Security; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and paid sick days

Flexible daily pay options

Use of Force and MOAB training

Job summary

Paladin Security is hiring a Security Team Lead at Mississauga Hospital to oversee shift operations, coach guards, and ensure safety for staff, patients, and visitors. You’ll implement proactive patrols, respond to incidents, and coordinate with emergency services as needed.

The role requires 2–3 years of security experience, UOF/MOAB certifications or willingness to train, and strong English communication. On‑site, full‑time with competitive benefits and AA overtime after 88 hours.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years security experience required.
• UOF and MOAB certifications or willingness to complete Paladin training before onboarding.
• Immunization records: MMR, Varicella, TB test, and two COVID-19 doses.
• Strong English oral and written communication skills.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shift operations and guide security personnel on duty.
• Provide leadership, day‑to‑day direction, coaching, and on‑the‑job support to guards on shift.
• Perform proactive patrols and respond to security calls across the site, including ED and mental health ward.
• Respond quickly to emergency codes and apply de‑escalation techniques as needed.
• Investigate routine security incidents and file detailed reports for Supervisors and Client Service Managers.

Skills

Security experience

English communication

UOF/MOAB certifications

Work authorization Canada

Education

Diploma in Police Foundations or Justice Studies

Job description

Mississauga Hospital - Full Time Security Team Lead

Position Overview

Position Title: Security Team Lead

Employment Type: Full-Time

Pay Rate: $24.91 - $27.40 per hour

Overtime Methodology: Averaging Agreement (AA) after 88 hours

Internal Posting Date: October 19th, 2026

Internal Closing Date: October 27th, 2026

Site Overview

Mississauga Hospital, part of Trillium Health Partners, is an award-winning healthcare facility and one of Canada's largest academically affiliated tertiary care centers. Recognized with the IAHSS Lindberg Bell Award, the hospital delivers specialized regional care ranging from advanced cardiac and stroke care to busy emergency services, offering a fast-paced environment dedicated to safety and community wellbeing.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Security Team Lead, you will oversee daily shift operations, guide security personnel on duty, and maintain a safe environment for hospital staff, patients, and visitors.

Provide leadership, day-to-day direction, coaching, and on-the-job support to guards on your shift.

Perform proactive patrols and respond promptly to security calls throughout the site, including the Emergency Department and mental health ward.

Respond quickly and effectively to emergency codes.

Apply verbal de-escalation techniques to manage conflict and assist individuals experiencing stress or medical distress.

Oversee and support patient watch guards, assisting healthcare staff with safety plans for high-risk patients.

Investigate routine security incidents, complete detailed reports, and route documentation to Supervisors and Client Service Managers.

Ensure team compliance with site regulations, safety standards, and mandatory training.

Coordinate with local emergency services and law enforcement when required.

Must Haves

• 2 to 3 years of security experience.
• Certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB), or willingness to complete Paladin-sponsored training prior to onboarding.
• Immunization records for MMR, Varicella, two-step TB skin test, and two doses of COVID-19 vaccine.
• Strong oral and written English communication skills.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada.

Nice-to-Haves

• Diploma in Police Foundations or Justice Studies.

What's In It For You?

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid vacation and paid sick days.
• Flexible daily pay options.
• Employer-sponsored Use of Force and MOAB training programs.

Why Join Our Team?

Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified 2026 - Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE !

The Paladin Difference starts with our people; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and we believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Paladin Security uses AI-based tools as part of our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and candidate assessment. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team. We regularly evaluate our systems to minimize bias and ensure compliance with applicable human rights and privacy legislation.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.