Surveillance Security Guard
Provide continuous surveillance and perform wellness checks every 15 minutes in a controlled environment. Identify risk situations and maintain accurate official documentation and observation reports.
- On-site
- Inverness, NS
- Posted Jul 23, 2026
- Apply by Aug 29, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Location Inverness, NSReady 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 $25/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. SSNS
What you’ll do
Provide continuous surveillance and perform wellness checks every 15 minutes in a controlled environment. Identify risk situations and maintain accurate official documentation and observation reports.
Requirements
Must be able to obtain Federal Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance and a clean criminal background check with Vulnerable Sector Check. CPR/First Aid Level C certification is required, with a background in law enforcement or corrections being an asset.
Benefits
• Health Benefits • Paid Training • Uniform Provided
Other relevant skills
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- Surveillance
- Risk Assessment
- Incident Response
- Documentation
- Crisis Management
- Security Protocols
- Observation
- Professionalism
- Discipline
- Integrity
- Composure
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Mental Health
- Risk Management
- Transferable Skills Analysis
- Security Clearance
Job areas
- Security & Safety
- Government & Public Sector
- Surveillance Manager
- Security Officer (General)
- Security Guards
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 29, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
