Security guard jobs in Canada

Find security guard jobs across Canada. Choose a place, compare current openings and read the employer’s requirements.

Counted Sep 26, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 848
Employers: 142

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $21.04Across 101 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $44,626Across 16 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: <1%2 listings
Hybrid: <1%4 listings
On-site: 99%842 listings

Employers hiring include GardaWorld (232), Securitas Canada (57), Allied Universal (46).

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

Security guard jobs in Canada

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Added 16 days ago
Security Officer
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
Part-time
Added 16 days ago
Casual Security Guard - Distribution Center
GardaWorld
Brampton, ON · Mississauga, ON
Ready to suit up as a Surveillance Security Guard
Added 16 days ago
Security Officer Cas
EHN Canada
Saskatoon, SK
$19 to $24 CAD / hour
Temporary
Added 17 days ago
Security Guard
Gowest Gold Ltd
Timmins, ON
Full-time
Added 17 days ago
Security Officer PT
Edgewood Health Network Inc
Regina, SK
$20 to $22 CAD / hour
Part-time
Added 17 days ago
Security Officer Cas
Edgewood Health Network Inc
Regina, SK
$20 to $22 CAD / hour
Added 16 days ago
Security Officer Cas
Edgewood Health Network Inc
Saskatoon, SK
$19 to $24 CAD / hour
Added 17 days ago
Security Guard - Day Shift
Maple Lodge Farms Ltd
Brampton, ON
Up to $21.5 CAD / hour
Full-time
Added 16 days ago
Security Officer
Pure Canadian Gaming Corp.
Edmonton, AB
Part-time
Security Officers are responsible for the overall security of all chips, monies and gaming equipment, as well as the safety of patrons, casino employees and volunteer workers.
Added 2 months ago
Security Guard (MARLANT CFB HALIFAX)
Commissionaires Nova Scotia
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Commissionaires Nova Scotia (CNS) is the province’s leading provider of security, safety, training, and identification services. Winner of the 2025 Canadian Outstanding Security Performance…
Added 1 month ago
Pre-Board Screening Officer
GardaWorld
Montreal, QC
Every single flight that departs safely tells a story. And behind that story is a sharp, dedicated team of security professionals who keep things moving with precision and purpose. At…
Added 17 days ago
Security Officer Cas
EHN Canada
Regina, SK
$20 to $22 CAD / hour
Temporary
Added 1 month ago
Camp Industrial Security Guard
GardaWorld
Saskatoon, SK
Full-time
Ready to suit up as a Camp Industrial Security Guard
Added 29 days ago
Security Guard – Tactical Response (AST Certified) -Nanaimo BC
Securiguard Services Ltd.
Nanaimo, BC
Part-time
Securiguard is currently seeking experienced, dependable, and motivated Security Professionals to join our team in Nanaiamo, BC. This is an excellent opportunity for security professionals…
Added 17 days ago
Relational Security Officer
Fraser Health
Surrey, BC
Full-time
We are hiring a Full Time Relational Security Officers to join our team in Surrey, B.C.
Added 29 days ago
Surveillance Security Guard
GardaWorld
Deer Lake, NL
Ready to suit up as a Surveillance Security Guard
Added 17 days ago
Full Time Security Guard - Corporate/Schools/Construction
Securitas Canada
Toronto, ON
Full-time
Securitas Canada Limited is one of Canada's largest providers of security services and a leader within our industry. Over 8,000 employees provide security services to thousands of public…
Added 17 days ago
Fly-In/Fly-Out Casual Camp Security Guard
GardaWorld
Fort McMurray, AB · Edmonton, Albe · Calgary, Albe
Ready to suit up as a Fly-In/Fly-Out Casual Camp Security Guard
Added 17 days ago
Industrial Casual Security Guard
GardaWorld
Fort McMurray, AB
Ready to suit up as a Industrial Casual Security Guard
Added 1 month ago
Surveillance Security Guard
GardaWorld
Fogo, NL
Ready to suit up as a Surveillance Security Guard
Added 1 month ago
Surveillance Security Guard
GardaWorld
Channel-Port aux Basques, NL
Ready to suit up as a Surveillance Security Guard
Added 17 days ago
Special Events Tactical Security Guard
GardaWorld
Toronto, ON
Ready to suit up as a Special Events Tactical Security Guard
Added 17 days ago
Security Guard - Day Shift
Maple Lodge Farms
Brampton, ON
Full-time
Added 22 days ago
Pre-Board Screening Officer
GardaWorld
Grosse-Île, Quebec · Iles-de-la-Madeleine, Queb
If you are looking for a job at the airport where you play a key role in national security, this is the one for you! As a Pre-Board Screening Officer, you will be ensuring the safety and…
Added 1 month ago
Pre-Board Screening Officer
GardaWorld
Sept-Îles, Quebec
If you are looking for a job at the airport where you play a key role in national security, this is the one for you! As a Pre-Board Screening Officer, you will be ensuring the safety and…

GardaWorld

Surveillance Security Guard

Fogo, NL, Canada

Pay: Competitive pay starting at $26/hr, with increases after probation + benefits.
Apply by: Oct 1, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 27, 2026

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Original job description

Location

FOGO ISLAND, NL

Ready to suit up as a Surveillance Security Guard

In a high-security environment, this role is designed for professionals who can assess situations, anticipate risks, and act with sound judgment and composure.

Experience or education in law enforcement, policing, correction, persons with mental health crisis or other specialized environments is a strong asset. A sharp eye for detail, ability to effectively document observations, respect for security protocols, and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

What's in it for you?

Development of transferable skills in institutional security and procedural compliance, supporting long-term growth in law enforcement or specialized security careers.

Competitive pay starting at $26/hr, with increases after probation + benefits.

Ongoing training through GardaWorld Campus, including incident response and risk management at no cost.

Uniform provided at no cost.

Health benefits providing 24/hours a week is maintained

Responsibilities for Surveillance Security Guard

Provide continuous surveillance of persons in a controlled environment.

Perform wellness checks at 15 minute intervals, in accordance with security standards and procedures.

Identify and report risk situations or medical concerns.

Respond professionally, calmly, and in compliance during sensitive situations.

Accurately complete official documentation and observation reports.

Qualifications for Surveillance Security Guard

Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance.

Clean criminal background check with Vulnerable Sector Check.

CPR / First Aid Level C certification

Background in law enforcement, police services, corrections, or care for vulnerable persons is an asset.

Professionalism, discipline, integrity, and the ability to perform under pressure.

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More about this job

Responsibilities

The surveillance security guard is responsible for maintaining continuous monitoring of individuals within a controlled environment and performing regular wellness checks. They must also document observations accurately and respond professionally to sensitive situations or medical concerns.

Requirements

Candidates must be able to obtain a Federal Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance and possess a clean criminal record with a Vulnerable Sector Check. A background in law enforcement, corrections, or care for vulnerable persons is considered a strong asset.

Skills

Surveillance
Risk assessment
Incident response
Documentation
Observation
Security protocols
First aid
CPR
Crisis management
Professionalism
Integrity

Benefits

Health benefits
Ongoing training
Uniform provided

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Surveillance
Security Guard
Law enforcement
Policing
Corrections
Mental health
Risk management
Incident response
CPR
First Aid
Federal Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance
Vulnerable Sector Check
Institutional security
Procedural compliance
Wellness checks

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