Security Professional
- Halifax, NS, Canada
$18 CAD / hour · Part-time
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Job Description
Security Professional Bilingual
Location: Halifax, NS
Compensation: $18.73/hour
Employment Type: Casual/Back Up
Availability: Monday to Friday
Hours: Various shifts available
Important Clearance Requirement
Candidates must have continuously resided in Canada for a minimum of five (5) years to qualify for the required site clearance.
Position Overview
Allied Universal is seeking professional, reliable, and customer-focused Bilingual Security Guards to join our team in the Halifax, Nova Scotia location. This position supports a government office environment and is ideal for individuals with strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace.
The successful candidate will be responsible for access control, visitor management, security monitoring, emergency response coordination, and ensuring compliance with site-specific security protocols.
Key Responsibilities
- Control site access, manage identification badges, and maintain accurate security records.
- Conduct patrols, inspections, and enforce site security procedures.
- Provide professional customer service and report security incidents or policy violations.
- Oversee daily operations and ensure Security Professionals follow Post Orders.
- Operate security, fire, and building management systems, and direct emergency calls appropriately.
- Maintain activity logs, review incident reports, and communicate with site management and Allied Universal leadership.
- Manage key control, support emergency preparedness, and perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications And Requirements
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident (required for security clearance eligibility).
- Fluent in spoken and written English and French.
- Minimum five (5) years of continuous residency in Canada.
- Minimum one (1) year of security experience; access control, control room, or security coordination experience preferred.
- Valid provincial Security Guard Licence and First Aid/CPR certification.
- Strong communication, organizational, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with computer-based security systems and reporting tools.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Physical and Mental Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
- Ability to operate security equipment and communicate clearly in person, by telephone, and by radio.
- Ability to read reports and computer screens, climb stairs, and navigate client facilities.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs (11 kg).
- Valid driver's licence and ability to drive, if required.
- Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during emergencies.
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Nous sommes le principal fournisseur de services de sécurité en Amérique du Nord, et comptons près de 300 000 employés. Chez Allied Universal(R), nous sommes fiers d’encourager une culture de promotion interne. Nombreux sont les individus qui ont commencé leur carrière en tant qu’agents de sécurité et qui font désormais partie de notre équipe de direction. Nous offrons une couverture pour les soins médicaux, dentaires et de la vue, une assurance-vie, des programmes d'aide aux employés, des réductions d'entreprise, ainsi que de nombreux avantages pour la plupart des postes à temps plein!
Job Description
Security Professional Bilingual
Location: Halifax, NS
Compensation: $18.73/hour
Employment Type: Casual/Back Up
Availability: Monday to Friday
Hours: Various shifts available
Important Clearance Requirement
Candidates must have continuously resided in Canada for a minimum of five (5) years to qualify for the required site clearance.
Position Overview
Allied Universal is seeking professional, reliable, and customer-focused Bilingual Security Guards to join our team in the Halifax, Nova Scotia location. This position supports a government office environment and is ideal for individuals with strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace.
The successful candidate will be responsible for access control, visitor management, security monitoring, emergency response coordination, and ensuring compliance with site-specific security protocols.
Key Responsibilities
- Control site access, manage identification badges, and maintain accurate security records.
- Conduct patrols, inspections, and enforce site security procedures.
- Provide professional customer service and report security incidents or policy violations.
- Oversee daily operations and ensure Security Professionals follow Post Orders.
- Operate security, fire, and building management systems, and direct emergency calls appropriately.
- Maintain activity logs, review incident reports, and communicate with site management and Allied Universal leadership.
- Manage key control, support emergency preparedness, and perform other duties as assigned.
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident (required for security clearance eligibility).
- Fluent in spoken and written English and French.
- Minimum five (5) years of continuous residency in Canada.
- Minimum one (1) year of security experience; access control, control room, or security coordination experience preferred.
- Valid provincial Security Guard Licence and First Aid/CPR certification.
- Strong communication, organizational, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with computer-based security systems and reporting tools.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
- Ability to operate security equipment and communicate clearly in person, by telephone, and by radio.
- Ability to read reports and computer screens, climb stairs, and navigate client facilities.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs (11 kg).
- Valid driver's licence and ability to drive, if required.
- Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during emergencies.
Allied Universal® est un employeur inclusif et équitable, qui encourageant les candidatures de femmes et d’hommes qualifiés, y compris les personnes en situation de handicap, les membres de minorités visibles et les personnes autochtones.
Requisition ID
2026-1714934
More about this job
Responsibilities
Control site access, manage visitors and identification badges, conduct patrols, and enforce security procedures. Monitor security and building systems, coordinate emergency responses, maintain records, and communicate incidents and operational updates to site management.
Requirements
Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents, have lived continuously in Canada for at least five years, and be fluent in spoken and written English and French. They must have at least one year of security experience, a valid provincial security guard licence, First Aid/CPR certification, strong communication and customer service skills, and the ability to meet the role’s physical and operational demands.
Skills
- Access Control
- Visitor Management
- Security Monitoring
- Emergency Response Coordination
- Security Patrols
- Incident Reporting
- Customer Service
- Communication
- Organization
- Interpersonal Skills
- Security Systems Operation
- Fire Systems Operation
- Building Management Systems
- Key Control
- Emergency Preparedness
- Bilingual Communication
Benefits
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Corporate Discounts
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Security & Safety
- Government & Public Sector
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Security Guard Licence
- First Aid
- CPR
- Access Control
- Visitor Management
- Identification Badges
- Security Records
- Security Patrols
- Site Inspections
- Post Orders
- Control Room
- Security Coordination
- Security Systems
- Fire Systems
- Building Management Systems
- Incident Reports
- Key Control
- Emergency Preparedness
- Emergency Response
- Security Clearance
- Customer Service
- Computer-Based Reporting Tools
- Radio Communication
- Government Office Security