Security guard jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 24, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 844
Employers: 145

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $20.95Across 110 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $48,848Across 10 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: <1%2 listings
Hybrid: <1%3 listings
On-site: 99%839 listings

Employers hiring include GardaWorld (221), Allied Universal (59), Securitas Canada (56).

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 2 months ago
Security Guard - Tactical (Full-Time)
Kandor
Edmonton, AB
Full-time
Guardteck provides tailored security solutions for a wide range of environments, including commercial buildings, residential sites, and community spaces. As part of Kandor Management…
Added 1 month ago
Tactical Security Guard - Sioux Lookout
GardaWorld
Sioux Lookout, Ontario
Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard
Added 3 months ago
Security Officer
Starlight Casino
New Westminster, British Columbia
As the Security Officer, you oversee security throughout the casino, ensuring guests and employees are secure and protected at all times. In this key role, you will help create a…
Added 3 months ago
High Profile Security Guard Downtown Toronto
Classet
Toronto, Ontario
Full-time
Paladin Security is Hiring a High Profile Security Guard – Downtown Toronto!
Added 3 months ago
Security Guards
Securitas Canada
Medicine Hat, Alberta
Part-time
Securitas is a global leader in the security industry and has been providing security services since 1899. With over 8,000 employees in 25 District offices across Canada, and 370,000…
Added 1 month ago
Security Guard - Full-time - Kirkfield
GardaWorld
Kawartha Lakes, Ontario · Peterborough, Ontario
Full-time
Ready to suit up as a Surveillance Security Guard in Kirkfield
Added 18 days ago
Information Security Officer
PowerCo SE
St. Thomas, ON
Added 3 months ago
Experienced High-Rise Security Guard
Classet
Calgary, Alberta
Full-time
Paladin Security is Hiring an Experienced High-Rise Security Guard!
Added 3 months ago
Security Guard - Spare - Hamilton Region
Commissionaires Great Lakes
Hamilton, Ontario · Stoney Creek, Ontario
Part-time
…others committed to the well-being of Canadians primarily in security guard and related services. Spanning Central and Southwestern Ontario, our services are customized to respond to the…
Added 3 months ago
High Profile Retail Security Guard
Classet
Calgary, Alberta
Full-time
Paladin Security is Hiring a High Profile Retail Security Guard!
Added 3 months ago
Casual Security Guard
Securitas Canada
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Part-time
Securitas is a global leader in the security industry and has been providing security services since 1899. With over 8,000 employees in 25 District offices across Canada, and 370,000…
Added 12 days ago
Tactical Security Guard
GardaWorld
Thunder Bay, Ontario
Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard
Added 12 days ago
Pre-Board Screening Officer
GardaWorld
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Added 3 months ago
Security Officer - RCMP Chilliwack
Commissionaires BC
Chilliwack, British Columbia
Full-time
We are currently recruiting for Full Time to Part Time (depending on site availability) professional security officers to work at a high profile RCMP site in Chilliwack. Fulltime staff are…
Added 3 months ago
Security Guard - Royal Roads University
Commissionaires Victoria, The Islands And Yukon
Victoria, British Columbia
$20 to $21.53 CAD / hour
Full-time
Our focus is on our customers and our team members. As Canada’s only not-for-profit security company, over 90% of our revenues go directly back to our team members in wages, health & dental…
Added 3 months ago
Relational Security Officer
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, British Columbia
Full-time
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Relational Security Officer
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, British Columbia
Temporary
Added 3 months ago
Relational Security Officer
Vancouver Coastal Health
Richmond, British Columbia
Temporary
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Relational Security Officer
Vancouver Coastal Health
North Vancouver, British Columbia
Part-time
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Tactical Security Guard - Richmond Hill
Flex Point Security Inc
Toronto, Ontario
$17.65 to $18 CAD / hour
Part-time
Flex Point Security is seeking part-time Tactical Security Guards in York Region, Richmond Hill, Ontario. This role is suited for a licensed security professional with patrol experience,…
Added 3 months ago
Emergency Security Agent (Guard)
Pinkerton
Vancouver, BC
$57.69 CAD / hour
Part-time
Added 3 months ago
Healthcare Security Guard
Classet
Windsor, Ontario
Full-time
Paladin Security is Hiring a Healthcare Security Guard!
Added 3 months ago
Security Guard - 443 Squadron
Commissionaires Victoria, The Islands And Yukon
Sidney, BC
$20 to $21.53 CAD / hour
Full-time
Our focus is on our customers and our team members. As Canada’s only not-for-profit security company, over 90% of our revenues go directly back to our team members in wages, health & dental…
Added 3 months ago
Security Guard - Institute of Ocean Sciences
Commissionaires Victoria, The Islands And Yukon
Sidney, BC
$20 to $23.4 CAD / hour
Full-time
Our focus is on our customers and our team members. As Canada’s only not-for-profit security company, over 90% of our revenues go directly back to our team members in wages, health & dental…
Added 2 months ago
Security Guard (Full-Time)
Kandor
Calgary, AB
Full-time
Guardteck provides tailored security solutions for a wide range of environments, including commercial buildings, residential sites, and community spaces. As part of Kandor Management…

GardaWorld

Surveillance Security Guard

Deer Lake, NL, Canada

Pay: Competitive pay starting at $26/hr, with increases after probation + benefits.
Apply by: Oct 1, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 28, 2026

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Original job description

Location

ROCKY HARBOUR, 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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Responsibilities

The Surveillance Security Guard is responsible for providing continuous monitoring of individuals in a controlled environment and performing regular wellness checks. They must also accurately document observations and report any risk situations or medical concerns in compliance with security standards.

Requirements

Candidates must be able to obtain a Federal Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance and possess a valid CPR/First Aid Level C certification. A background in law enforcement, policing, 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
Discipline
Integrity

Benefits

Health benefits
Ongoing training
Uniform provided

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

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

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