Surveillance Security Guard - CHESTER (on-call)

GardaWorld; Chester; On-site; CAD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided at no cost

Health benefits

GardaWorld Campus training

Job summary

GardaWorld in Chester, Nova Scotia is seeking a Surveillance Security Guard to monitor a high-security environment, assess risks, and document observations with diligence.

The role requires maintaining vigilance, reporting concerns, and following security protocols, with GardaWorld Campus training available and uniform provided at no cost.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance.
• Clean criminal background check with Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Background in law enforcement, police services, corrections, or care for vulnerable persons is an asset.
• Professionalism, discipline, integrity, and the ability to perform under pressure.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 and computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous surveillance of persons in a controlled environment.
• Perform wellness checks at 15 minute intervals, in accordance with security standards and procedures.
• Identify and report risk situations or medical concerns.
• Respond professionally, calmly, and in compliance during sensitive situations.
• Accurately complete official documentation and observation reports.

Skills

Federal Security Clearance

Background check (Vulnerable Sector)

Law enforcement asset

Professionalism under pressure

Microsoft 365 proficiency

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Surveillance Security Guard

Business Unit: Security Services

Career Area: Security Guard

Location: Chester, Nova Scotia, CA

Ready to suit up as a Surveillance Security Guard

In a high‑security environment, this role is designed for professionals who can assess situations, anticipate risks, and act with sound judgment and composure. Experience or education in law enforcement, policing, corrections, persons with mental health crisis, or other specialized environments is a strong asset. A sharp eye for detail, ability to effectively document observations, respect for security protocols, and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

What's in it for you?

Development of transferable skills in institutional security and procedural compliance, supporting long‑term growth in law enforcement or specialized security careers.

Competitive pay starting at $25/hr, with increases after probation + benefits.

Ongoing training through GardaWorld Campus, including incident response and risk management at no cost.

Uniform provided at no cost.

Health benefits providing 24 hours a week is maintained.

Responsibilities for Surveillance Security Guard

• Provide continuous surveillance of persons in a controlled environment.
• Perform wellness checks at 15 minute intervals, in accordance with security standards and procedures.
• Identify and report risk situations or medical concerns.
• Respond professionally, calmly, and in compliance during sensitive situations.
• Accurately complete official documentation and observation reports.

Qualifications for Surveillance Security Guard

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance.
• Clean criminal background check with Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Background in law enforcement, police services, corrections, or care for vulnerable persons is an asset.
• Professionalism, discipline, integrity, and the ability to perform under pressure.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 and computer systems.

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