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Tactical Guard

GardaWorld

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Job summary

A global leader in security is looking for an On-Call Tactical Guard located in Placentia, Newfoundland. The role requires strong observational skills, sound judgement, and physical stamina to manage secure environments like detention areas. Responsibilities include maintaining security, conducting welfare checks, and monitoring detainee behavior. The position offers hourly pay between $26.00 - $32.00, flexible scheduling, and company training. A clean criminal background and valid First Aid certification are essential for candidates.

Benefits

Paid job-specific training
Flexible scheduling
Company uniform provided
Opportunities for internal advancement

Qualifications

  • Clean criminal background and Vulnerable Sector Check
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Federal Reliability Security Clearance
  • Physically capable of standing, walking and patrolling for extended periods

Responsibilities

  • Maintain the care, custody, and control of detainees in a secure detention environment
  • Conduct regular detainee welfare and safety checks
  • Monitor detainee behaviour and identify risks or medical concerns
  • Assist with the movement of detainees within secure areas
  • Control access to secure areas
  • Search for contraband as per policy
  • Complete logs and reports accurately

Skills

Observational skills
Judgement
Physical stamina
Attention to detail

Education

First Aid and CPR Level C
Job description

Business Unit: Security Services

Career Area: Security Guard

Location: Placentia, Newfoundland, CA

Tactical Guard
Security Services

On-Call Tactical Guard

Location : Placentia , 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 judgement and ability to interact positively with others will be your greatest strengths.

Despite being primarily observational and supervisory role, this 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.

This position 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 schedules.

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

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