Government & public safety jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 4, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 1,477
Employers: 315

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $21.87Across 120 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $71,023Across 32 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%4 listings
Hybrid: 5%73 listings
On-site: 95%1,399 listings

Not specified: <1% (1 listing)

Employers hiring include GardaWorld (183), Walmart Canada (128), Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes (112).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Government & public safety jobs in Canada

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SECURITY GUARD-BROOKS, AB
JBS Food Canada
Brooks, AB
- Full-time
Added 1 month ago
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Security Officer (Casual) - Casino Victoria
Lahal Management LP
Victoria, BC
- Up to $22.54 CAD / hour
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Rapid Response Security Guard - Shopping Centre (Full-time)
Kandor
Victoria, BC
- Full-time
Added 24 days ago
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Fire Chief
Town of Whitby
Canada
- Full-time
Added 4 months ago
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Senior Environmental Project Manager
WSP in Canada
Fort St. John, British Columbia
- Full-time
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WI
Senior Environmental Project Manager
WSP in Canada
Edmonton, Alberta
- Full-time
Added 4 months ago
WI
Senior Environmental Project Manager
WSP in Canada
Calgary, Alberta
- Full-time
Added 4 months ago
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Senior Environmental Project Manager
WSP in Canada
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
- Full-time
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Senior Environmental Project Manager
WSP in Canada
Fort St. John, British Columbia
- Full-time
Added 2 months ago
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Loss Prevention Associate, Full-Time
Uniqlo Canada
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
Added 2 months ago
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Full-Time Healthcare Security Guard at SickKids Hospital
Classet
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Camp Industrial Security Guard
GardaWorld
La Loche, SK · Saskatoon, SK
…site access control, communication monitoring, and maintaining safety protocols in a remote industrial…
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Casual Concierge Security Guard
GardaWorld
Toronto, ON
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Detention Guard - Alexis Creek, B.C.
Commissionaires BC
Alexis Creek, BC
- Part-time
…Detention Guards are primarily responsible for monitoring the safety and well-being of persons in custody as well as performing additional duties as required. You must live withing a 60…
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Security Guard, Education
GardaWorld
Welland, ON · Niagara Falls, ON · St. Catharines, ON
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Fitness Consultant II
MNP Community & Sport Centre
Calgary, AB
- Part-time
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(CAN) Asset Protection Associate
Walmart
Listowel, ON
- Full-time
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Correctional Officer (Relief)
The Government of Nova Scotia
NS
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Patrol Officer (Security Guard)
Shared Health-Soins Communs
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
Added 25 days ago
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Security Guard – Healthcare Security | Retention Allowance
Securiguard Services Ltd.
Powell River, BC
- Full-time
Added 23 days ago
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Security Guard- Full Time - Temporary
Allied Universal
Fort Saskatchewan, AB
- Full-time
Added 23 days ago
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Security Guard - Vancouver - Permanent Casual
Commissionaires BC
Vancouver, BC
- Part-time
Commissionaires BC is currently hiring Security Guards to work at a Government site located in Vancouver, BC. This role is ideal for individuals who are detail-oriented, professional, and…
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Price, Promotion & Trade Analyst
Human Resources
Toronto, ON
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Security Officer
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
- Part-time
Added 23 days ago
Concierge Security Guard - Casual
GardaWorld
Hamilton, ON

GardaWorld

Response Security Guard

Halifax, NS, Canada

Competitive hourly wage of $20 · Part-time

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Job details

Pay: Competitive hourly wage of $20
Job type: Part-time
Apply by: Oct 11, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 11, 2026

Original job description

Business Unit: Security Services

Career Area: Security Guard

Location:

Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA

Ready to suit up as a Response Security Guard

What matters most in this role is your ability to read your surroundings, recognize potential risks, and respond appropriately. Strong observation skills, sound judgment, and the ability to interact confidently with people are essential.

You will work in an active environment where you may spend most of your shift on your feet. You will conduct patrols, respond to incidents, monitor for potential threats, and take appropriate action when required.

The ideal candidate is physically capable, alert, confident, and able to remain calm under pressure. Whether working in a retail environment, security facility, or other public setting, you will be expected to maintain a professional presence and communicate effectively with customers, employees, visitors, and your team.

This position is well suited to someone who enjoys an active, hands-on security role and is comfortable making decisions in changing situations.

What's in it for you?

Competitive hourly wage of $20
Full-time and part-time opportunities
Flexible scheduling with a variety of shifts available
Uniform provided at no cost
Continuing education and training through GardaWorld Academy, with training costs covered
Career growth opportunities within GardaWorld
Develop valuable skills in decision-making under pressure, foot patrols, report writing, and radio communications
Opportunities to build your experience and advance within the security industry

Responsibilities For Response Security Guard

As a Security Guard, you will help maintain a safe and secure environment by monitoring the site, conducting patrols, controlling access, and responding to security incidents.

Conduct regular foot patrols of critical and assigned areas to identify suspicious activity or safety concerns
Monitor security systems, including alarms and cameras, and ensure they are functioning properly
Verify identification and control access to restricted or secure areas
Respond promptly to alarms, threats, and security incidents
Conduct on-site checks following alarms or reported concerns
Document incidents, actions taken, and observations through clear and accurate reports
Exercise sound judgment and decisiveness under pressure
Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors using two-way radios and other communication equipment
Coordinate with law enforcement during serious incidents or emergencies
Maintain a professional and visible security presence at all times

Qualifications Response For Security Guard

Legally authorized to work in Canada
Ability to Obtain a Valid Security Guard Licence
Valid First Aid Certification (required)
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
Strong observation and attention-to-detail skills
Ability to remain alert and make sound decisions during incidents
Professional communication and customer service skills
Ability to work independently and follow site procedures

Schedule

Continental 4-On / 4-Off Schedule

4 consecutive shifts followed by 4 consecutive days off
12-hour shifts
Must be flexible to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays

About The Opportunity

This posting is for a current vacant position within the organization.

This could be more than a job! If you're ambitious, motivated, and have an entrepreneurial spirit, a promising career awaits you with GardaWorld. Join our team and build your skills while creating opportunities for growth and advancement.

Not the right job for you? Check out our other opportunities. We also offer concierge, surveillance, mobile patrol, and casual security positions.

GardaWorld: Make the world a safer place

GardaWorld, a global leader in security, offers exciting career opportunities in an evolving industry. We celebrate diversity and invite talent from all backgrounds to apply.

Job Segment: Security Guard, Security Officer, Security

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More about this job

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe environment by conducting regular foot patrols and monitoring security systems to identify threats. Respond promptly to alarms and incidents while documenting observations through accurate reports.

Requirements

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada and possess a valid First Aid certification. Ability to obtain a Security Guard Licence and the physical capacity to stand and walk for extended periods are required.

Skills

Observation Skills
Sound Judgment
Incident Response
Foot Patrols
Report Writing
Radio Communications
Access Control
Customer Service
Decision-making Under Pressure
Security Monitoring

Benefits

Uniform provided at no cost
Continuing education and training through GardaWorld Academy
Training costs covered
Career growth opportunities

Visa sponsorship

Not detected in the job text

Keywords

Security Guard
Security Licence
First Aid Certification
Foot Patrol
Access Control
Incident Management
Two-way Radio
Surveillance
GardaWorld Academy
Public Safety
Risk Assessment
Security Systems

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