Securitas jobs in Ottawa, ON

Apply your law enforcement education to real-world security operations in Ottawa!

We are seeking dedicated full-time Security Guards to join our team. In this position, you will play a pivotal role in protecting the client site, personnel, and visitors.

Only candidates with a law enforcement academic background (Police Foundations, Criminology, or other security-related programs) will be considered.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct regular patrols to uphold safety standards for visitors, tenants, and assets.
• Respond promptly and professionally to security incidents or emergencies.
• Escort medical staff including paramedics, police, and firefighters when required.
• Provide assistance during medical emergencies, including CPR and AED intervention.
• Unlock and lock doors for authorized personnel.
• Investigate and deter trespassers along site perimeters.
• Follow security breach procedures by notifying supervisors or appropriate personnel.
• Monitor CCTV footage and cameras for irregularities; perform dispatch duties including emergency response.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Postsecondary education in Law Enforcement, Police Foundations, Criminology, or equivalent.
• Valid Ontario Security Guard License.
• Valid First Aid & CPR Level C certification.
• Valid full G driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Strong observational skills with the ability to detect and respond to threats.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure.
• Proficiency in using security equipment and technology.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including overnights, weekends, and holidays.
• Fluently bilingual (English/French) an asset

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Securitas Canada's Mission:
Securitas’ mission is to protect homes, workplaces, and communities by providing the security services they need to protect their assets, safeguard their people, and maintain their ability to generate profits.

Securitas Aviation's Mission:
Securitas Aviation ensures the safety of passengers all over the world providing thorough security checks at airports in Canada

Our Values:
Securitas’ core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are the foundation for our employees to build trust with customers, colleagues, and the surrounding community.

Integrity:
Securitas employees are honest and trusted by customers to safeguard their premises and valuables. We don’t compromise on integrity and create an open forum for our employees and customers to voice opinions, report improprieties, and share information.

Vigilance:
Seeing, hearing, and evaluating. A Securitas employee is always attentive and often notices things that others don’t. Their vigilance is necessary in order to be aware of potential risks or incidents that may take place on our customers’ premises.

Helpfulness:
As part of an on-going effort to ensure safety, Securitas employees are always ready to help if an incident occurs that requires intervention regardless of whether or not it is directly related to their job. Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we’re looking for you to join the Securitas team.