Surveillance Security Guard

Job summary

The surveillance security guard is responsible for providing continuous monitoring of individuals in a controlled environment and performing regular wellness checks. They must also identify and report risks, respond to sensitive situations professionally, and maintain accurate observation reports.

Job details

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.

What you’ll do

The surveillance security guard is responsible for providing continuous monitoring of individuals in a controlled environment and performing regular wellness checks. They must also identify and report risks, respond to sensitive situations professionally, and maintain accurate observation reports.

Requirements

Candidates must be able to obtain a Federal Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance and possess a valid CPR/First Aid Level C certification. A background in law enforcement, corrections, or care for vulnerable persons is considered a strong asset.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Ongoing training
• Uniform provided

Listed skills

• Documentation · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• crisis management · Preferred
• discipline · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Surveillance
• Risk assessment
• Incident response
• Documentation
• Observation
• First aid
• CPR
• Security protocols
• Crisis management
• Professionalism
• Discipline
• Integrity
• Composure
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Mental Health
• Incident Response
• Risk Management
• Transferable Skills Analysis
• Security Clearance

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector
• Surveillance Manager
• Security Officer (General)
• Security Guards

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