Security Professional

Overview

Nous sommes le principal fournisseur de services de sécurité en Amérique du Nord, et comptons près de 300 000 employés. Chez Allied Universal(R), nous sommes fiers d’encourager une culture de promotion interne. Nombreux sont les individus qui ont commencé leur carrière en tant qu’agents de sécurité et qui font désormais partie de notre équipe de direction. Nous offrons une couverture pour les soins médicaux, dentaires et de la vue, une assurance-vie, des programmes d'aide aux employés, des réductions d'entreprise, ainsi que de nombreux avantages pour la plupart des postes à temps plein!

Job Description

Security Professional Bilingual 

Location: Halifax, NSCompensation: $18.73/hourEmployment Type: Casual/Back UpAvailability: Monday to Friday

Hours: Various shifts available 

Important Clearance Requirement : 

Candidates must have continuously resided in Canada for a minimum of five (5) years to qualify for the required site clearance.

Position Overview

Allied Universal is seeking professional, reliable, and customer-focused Bilingual Security Guards to join our team in the Halifax, Nova Scotia location. This position supports a government office environment and is ideal for individuals with strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace.

The successful candidate will be responsible for access control, visitor management, security monitoring, emergency response coordination, and ensuring compliance with site-specific security protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Control site access, manage identification badges, and maintain accurate security records.

• Conduct patrols, inspections, and enforce site security procedures.

• Provide professional customer service and report security incidents or policy violations.

• Oversee daily operations and ensure Security Professionals follow Post Orders.

• Operate security, fire, and building management systems, and direct emergency calls appropriately.

• Maintain activity logs, review incident reports, and communicate with site management and Allied Universal leadership.

• Manage key control, support emergency preparedness, and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident (required for security clearance eligibility).

• Fluent in spoken and written English and French.

• Minimum five (5) years of continuous residency in Canada.

• Minimum one (1) year of security experience; access control, control room, or security coordination experience preferred.

• Valid provincial Security Guard Licence and First Aid/CPR certification.

• Strong communication, organizational, customer service, and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency with computer-based security systems and reporting tools.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.

• Ability to operate security equipment and communicate clearly in person, by telephone, and by radio.

• Ability to read reports and computer screens, climb stairs, and navigate client facilities.

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs (11 kg).

• Valid driver's licence and ability to drive, if required.

• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during emergencies.

Closing

Allied Universal® est un employeur inclusif et équitable, qui encourageant les candidatures de femmes et d’hommes qualifiés, y compris les personnes en situation de handicap, les membres de minorités visibles et les personnes autochtones.

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