Tactical Guard

GardaWorld; Holyrood; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A security services provider is seeking a Tactical Guard in Holyrood, NL for an on-call position with hourly compensation of $26 to $32. The role involves maintaining the safety and custody of detainees in a correctional facility. Key qualifications include valid First Aid/CPR certification and the capacity to manage high-responsibility environments. GardaWorld offers training and flexible scheduling, making this an excellent opportunity for those interested in a career in security or law enforcement.

Benefits

Paid job-specific training

Flexible scheduling

Company-issued uniform and equipment

Career advancement opportunities

Exposure to secure environments

Qualifications

• Ability to handle verbal hostility in the workplace.
• Capability to patrol and stand for extended periods.
• Five years residency in Canada to qualify for security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain care and custody of detainees in a secure environment.
• Conduct regular welfare checks on detainees.
• Monitor detainee behavior and identify risks.
• Assist in escorting detainees within secure areas.
• Control access to secure areas and maintain perimeter security.
• Prevent introduction of contraband.

Skills

Strong observational skills

Ability to interact positively with others

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Ability to remain composed in challenging environments

Education

Valid First Aid and CPR Level C

Clean criminal background and Vulnerable Sector Check

Federal Reliability Security Clearance

SSATL

Job description

Business Unit: Security Services

Career Area: Security Guard

Location: Holyrood, Newfoundland, CA

Tactical Guard

Security Services

On-Call Tactical Guard

Location : Holyrood , NL

Ready to suit up as a Tactical Guard

In this role, what matters most is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk, and act quickly and professionally. Your strong observational skills, sound judgment, and ability to interact positively with others will be your greatest strengths.

This position is based within a correctional facility (prison detachment), requiring strict adherence to institutional policies and security protocols. Despite being a primarily observational and supervisory role, this position requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage high-responsibility environments such as detention areas, secure facilities, and other critical sites.

The role requires the ability to remain composed and professional in challenging environments, including occasions of verbal hostility. GardaWorld provides training and support to help employees safely manage difficult interactions.

This is an on-call position with no guaranteed hours. We will do our best to accommodate your schedule.

What's in it for you?

• Hourly compensation: $26.00 - $32.00
• Training: Paid, job-specific training and ongoing professional development through GardaWorld Academy
• Scheduling: On-call, flexible scheduling based on operational requirements
• Uniform: Company-issued uniform and equipment provided at no cost
• Career development: Opportunities for internal advancement and cross-training
• Experience: Exposure to secure and controlled environments, valuable for future careers in law enforcement and corrections

Responsibilities for Tactical Guard

• Maintain the care, custody, and control of detainees in a secure detention environment
• Conduct regular detainee welfare and safety checks at required intervals
• Monitor detainee behaviour and identify potential risks, medical concerns, or self-harm indicators
• Assist with the safe escorting and movement of detainees within secure areas
• Control access to secure areas and maintain perimeter security
• Search for and prevent the introduction of contraband in accordance with policy
• Accurately complete logs, reports, and required documentation

Qualifications for Tactical Guard

Clean criminal background and Vulnerable Sector Check

Ability to obtain and maintain Federal Reliability Security Clearance (Have you lived in Canada for 5 years?)

Valid First Aid and CPR Level C

Physically capable of standing, walking, and patrolling for extended periods

SSATL

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