Tactical Uniformed Asset Protection - Ottawa

Securiguard is seeking experienced individuals to join our Loss Prevention Unit. Join us in this elite role where your vigilance and dedication contribute to the overall safety and success of our retail partner.

The Day to Day

As a Loss Prevention Security Guard at Securiguard, your role involves safeguarding the assets and minimizing losses for our retail client. You will conduct routine surveillance, employing your keen observational skills to identify and prevent theft, fraud, or other security breaches. Regularly patrolling the premises, you'll interact with customers and employees to deter potential incidents while maintaining a high level of customer service. Your role includes investigating suspicious activities, reviewing CCTV footage, and collaborating with law enforcement when necessary. Crafting detailed incident reports. Your commitment to enforcing security protocols, de-escalating conflicts, and, when needed, making lawful arrests ensures a safe and secure environment for both staff and customers.

What you bring:

• Valid Security Guard License & Valid First Aid & CPR
• At least 1 year of tactical security experience in a high-profile customer-focused environment such as retail/mall, government, or healthcare/respite shelters. Loss Prevention Knowledge is an asset.
• Ability to work at different sites across the Ottawa region
• Strong communication skills and situational awareness
• Punctuality & Able to stand/patrol up for up to 12 hours.
• Strong ability to prepare professional daily and/or incident security reports.
• Knowledge of the Trespass to Property Act (TPA), Canada Criminal Code, and 494(c)
• Conflict resolution and de-escalation skills
• Ability to conduct arrests within appropriate and sanctioned situations.
• Military/Police background/Law Enforcement background is an asset.
• Education background in law enforcement, such as Police Foundation/Criminology/Protection Security and Investigation is an asset.

Position Perks:

Pay Rate: $23 (w/ progression & career growth based upon performance).

Full Time

Comprehensive/Extended Benefits

Training:

Completion of Use of Force Training, Lawful Subject Restraint, Fit for Duty, and Crisis Management training are requirements for this role., and also require annual re-certification. The training is provided to new employees for this role along with Securiguard University orientation courses for skill development.

Who we are:

Securiguard Services Limited, a leading security and safety solution provider in Canada for almost fifty years, deploys personnel across various industries, including Corporate, Retail, Property Management, Industrial, Aviation, Marine, Government, Educational, and Industrial/Resource Projects. With a team of 4000+ professionals, Securiguard offers a comprehensive selection of safety and security services across Canada by air, land, or sea. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment fostering respect, inclusiveness, and career growth.