Part-Time Port Security Officer – DP World, Canpotex
- Saint John, NB, Canada
$20.4 CAD / hour · Part-time
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- $20.4 CAD / hour
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- Part-time
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- Posting language
- English
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Overview
As a Port Security Officer at the DP World Canpotex site in Saint John, you play a vital role in safeguarding essential marine infrastructure, logistics personnel, and commercial cargo. This part-time position places you at the center of a key maritime gateway, ensuring daily compliance with Marine Transportation Security Regulations while maintaining a safe, calm, and professional environment.
If you are observant, dependable, and bring strong interpersonal skills to high-profile settings, this role offers, clear operational routines, and a supportive team culture dedicated to workplace safety.
Compensation & Benefits
We provide competitive pay and practical benefits to support your professional and personal wellbeing:
Success in this role relies on consistent attention to detail, clear communication, and maintaining standard operating procedures across the terminal.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Over time, you will develop deep familiarity with port logistics operations, helping anticipate security risks before they disrupt business, building strong working relationships with site stakeholders, and ensuring continuous regulatory compliance.
Position Requirements
Must-Have Qualifications
This part-time position operates directly at the DP World Canpotex site within the Port of Saint John. Duty hours involve a mix of outdoor foot patrols in various weather conditions, indoor surveillance monitoring, and static gatehouse access control.
Why Join Our Team?
Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified™ 2026 – Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE! The Paladin Difference starts with our people; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you! Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and we believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Paladin Security uses AI-based tools as part of our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and candidate assessment. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team. We regularly evaluate our systems to minimize bias and ensure compliance with applicable human rights and privacy legislation. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview. Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
How To Apply
If you meet the clearance and residency requirements and are ready to contribute to a safe maritime operating environment, we encourage you to submit your application today. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly for an interview.
As a Port Security Officer at the DP World Canpotex site in Saint John, you play a vital role in safeguarding essential marine infrastructure, logistics personnel, and commercial cargo. This part-time position places you at the center of a key maritime gateway, ensuring daily compliance with Marine Transportation Security Regulations while maintaining a safe, calm, and professional environment.
If you are observant, dependable, and bring strong interpersonal skills to high-profile settings, this role offers, clear operational routines, and a supportive team culture dedicated to workplace safety.
Compensation & Benefits
We provide competitive pay and practical benefits to support your professional and personal wellbeing:
- Pay Rate: $20.40 per hour (overtime pay applies after 44 hours per week)
- Uniform & Care: Free complete uniform with dry cleaning and tailoring allowances
- Licensing & Training: Company-paid security licensing and funded professional development
Success in this role relies on consistent attention to detail, clear communication, and maintaining standard operating procedures across the terminal.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Conduct regular foot and vehicle patrols of terminal perimeters, facilities, buildings, and parking areas.
- Manage entry gates and restricted access points by verifying badges, visitor logs, and worker credentials.
- Monitor site surveillance cameras and alarm systems to identify potential safety hazards or unauthorized activities.
- Respond promptly and professionally to site emergencies, alarms, or safety calls in coordination with port personnel.
- Document shift activities, safety audits, and incident details through clear, written reports.
- Enforce client policies and maritime regulations in a firm, polite, and respectful manner.
Over time, you will develop deep familiarity with port logistics operations, helping anticipate security risks before they disrupt business, building strong working relationships with site stakeholders, and ensuring continuous regulatory compliance.
Position Requirements
Must-Have Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Legal authorization to work in Canada.
- 19 years of age or older
- Valid First Aid & CPR Level C
- Minimum of five (5) consecutive years of Canadian residency (required for security clearance eligibility).
- Eligibility for or active R2 Security Clearance.
- Valid Class 5 Driver's License.
- Fluency in English (written and spoken) with clear communication skills.
- Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) certification, or willingness to complete prerequisite training prior to onboarding. (Paladin covers the cost of training with a six-month commitment).
- Prior experience in security guard services, law enforcement, first response, or industrial facility operations.
This part-time position operates directly at the DP World Canpotex site within the Port of Saint John. Duty hours involve a mix of outdoor foot patrols in various weather conditions, indoor surveillance monitoring, and static gatehouse access control.
Why Join Our Team?
Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified™ 2026 – Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE! The Paladin Difference starts with our people; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you! Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and we believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Paladin Security uses AI-based tools as part of our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and candidate assessment. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team. We regularly evaluate our systems to minimize bias and ensure compliance with applicable human rights and privacy legislation. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview. Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
How To Apply
If you meet the clearance and residency requirements and are ready to contribute to a safe maritime operating environment, we encourage you to submit your application today. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly for an interview.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Patrol terminal grounds and facilities, control access to restricted areas, and monitor surveillance and alarm systems for safety hazards or unauthorized activity. Respond to emergencies, enforce site policies and maritime regulations, and document shift activities, audits, and incidents.
Requirements
Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, authorization to work in Canada, be at least 19 years old, and have five consecutive years of Canadian residency for security clearance eligibility. They must also hold valid First Aid and CPR Level C, a valid Class 5 driver's license, and eligibility for or active R2 Security Clearance; MOAB certification or willingness to complete the prerequisite training is required.
Skills
- Security Patrols
- Access Control
- Surveillance Monitoring
- Alarm Response
- Emergency Response
- Incident Reporting
- Safety Audits
- Regulatory Compliance
- Maritime Security
- Communication
- Attention To Detail
- Conflict Management
- First Aid
- CPR
- Driving
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Free Uniform
- Dry Cleaning Allowance
- Tailoring Allowance
- Company-Paid Security Licensing
- Funded Professional Development
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Security & Safety
- Logistics
- Transportation
Keywords
- Port Security
- Marine Transportation Security Regulations
- Terminal Security
- Foot Patrols
- Vehicle Patrols
- Perimeter Patrols
- Access Control
- Badge Verification
- Visitor Logs
- Worker Credentials
- Surveillance Cameras
- Alarm Systems
- Emergency Response
- Incident Reporting
- Safety Audits
- Regulatory Compliance
- R2 Security Clearance
- First Aid
- CPR Level C
- Management Of Aggressive Behavior
- MOAB
- Class 5 Driver's License
- Canadian Residency
- Security Licensing
- Port Logistics
- Maritime Infrastructure