Security Team Lead (FT)

GardaWorld Companies; Kawartha Lakes; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security firm is seeking a Security Team Lead in Kawartha Lakes, Ontario. This role involves overseeing daily security operations in a healthcare setting, guiding a team, and ensuring patient safety. The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience in security and is strong in leadership and communication. This is a full-time opportunity with a competitive hourly wage and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible schedules

Career growth opportunities

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a security role, preferably in healthcare.
• Hold a valid security license.
• First aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate hospital security team activities.
• Monitor and enforce security policies.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies promptly.

Skills

Leadership skills

Conflict-resolution skills

Strong communication

Ability to work independently

Job description

Ready to suit up as a Security Guard Team Lead?

GardaWorld is seeking a confident and experienced Security Team Lead to oversee and support daily security operations within our health care site. This key leadership role is responsible for guiding a team of security professionals, ensuring a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive, calm, and professional approach to managing safety and emergency response procedures, while supporting hospital staff in providing high-quality patient care.

Schedule : Continental, Rotational (Two weeks days, two weeks nights)

07:00-19:00 (days rotation) / 19:00-07:00 (nights rotation)

What's in it for you?

• Competitive hourly wage of $20.00 + comprehensive benefits
• We will invest in you, covering the costs of continuing education through GardaWorld Academy
• Flexible schedules with various shifts available
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Full-time opportunity
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities for Security Team Lead

• Lead, support, and coordinate the activities of the hospital security team on assigned shifts.
• Act as a primary point of contact for security-related matters within the hospital.
• Monitor and enforce hospital security policies and procedures.
• Respond to incidents, emergencies, and requests for assistance promptly and effectively.
• Support patient watch and behavioral health safety protocols as needed.
• Conduct regular patrols, inspections, and incident reporting.
• Liaise with hospital staff, management, and external emergency services when required.
• Train and mentor new security personnel and ensure ongoing adherence to protocols.
• Maintain accurate records, shift reports, and incident documentation.

Qualifications for Security Team Lead

• Minimum1 year of experience in a security role (healthcare or hospital setting preferred).
• Previous experience in a supervisory or team lead capacity is a strong asset
• Be authorized to work in Canada
• Hold a valid security license
• First aid certification required
• Strong communication, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time and team resources effectively.
• Familiarity with hospital environments, emergency codes, and patient interaction protocols is preferred.

Apply today – this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers. 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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