Security Officer
- Opal, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Polylink Security is a corporate security company working for a mining operation near Redwater, Alberta.
Team members are held to high standards of professional conduct. Polylink Security is committed to providing a safe, secure and efficient environment for the client.
Role Description:
This is a Security Guard Position at a mining site 15 minutes away from Redwater, AB. Ideally candidates will live close to Edmonton or Fort Saskatchewan.
The position is a full-time, temporary, night shift position initially with the potential to be a full time permanent position.
Competitive wage and benefits for permanent full time employees.
This role is responsible for monitoring premises, conducting regular patrols and ensuring the safety and security of employees and property. Day-to-day tasks include managing access control points, checking buildings and equipment, responding to alarms or security incidents in accordance with established procedures. The Security Officer will document incidents by proving a clear and concise report which will be communicated to other members of the team and external emergency services when necessary. Additional responsibilities include overseeing security systems (such as CCTV, remote cameras and calls for security alarms in office building), assisting with policy compliance to maintain a secure scene.
We are seeking individuals that possess:
- Strong observational skills and situational awareness. The ability to assess risk is vital.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure, make sound decisions promptly and follow established security protocols.
- Physical ability to stand, walk and conduct regular patrols and to respond to emergencies as required.
- Familiarity with security systems and tools (e.g. CCTV, access control systems, alarm monitoring) is an asset.
- Integrity and professionalism. Confidentiality and ethical conduct will always be adhered to without exception.
- Three to five years of experience in the security industry is preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional security certifications or training are considered an advantage.
- Availability to work night shift.
- Local to the Edmonton/Fort Saskatchewan area (required)
- Alberta Security License (required)
- Class 5 Driver's License
- Drivers Abstract
- Site orientations as needed and requested
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
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Responsibilities
Monitor and patrol the mining site, manage access control, inspect buildings and equipment, and respond to alarms or security incidents according to established procedures. Monitor security systems, document incidents clearly, communicate with the security team and emergency services when needed, and help maintain policy compliance.
Requirements
Candidates must have an Alberta Security License, a Class 5 driver's license, a driver's abstract, and be local to the Edmonton or Fort Saskatchewan area; availability for night shifts is required. Three to five years of security industry experience is preferred, along with a high school diploma or equivalent; additional security training or certifications are an advantage.
Skills
- Observation
- Situational Awareness
- Risk Assessment
- Verbal Communication
- Written Communication
- Decision-Making
- Incident Reporting
- Access Control
- Security Patrols
- Alarm Response
- CCTV Monitoring
- Emergency Response
- Policy Compliance
- Confidentiality
- Professionalism
- Security Protocols
Benefits
- Benefits for Permanent Full-Time Employees
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Security Guard
- Mining Site
- Security Patrols
- Access Control
- CCTV
- Remote Cameras
- Alarm Monitoring
- Incident Reporting
- Risk Assessment
- Emergency Response
- Security Protocols
- Policy Compliance
- Alberta Security License
- Class 5 Driver's License
- Driver's Abstract
- Night Shift
- Site Orientation
- Confidentiality
- Security Industry