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Casual Security Guard - Vancouver Drydock

@ Seaspan

North Vancouver, British Columbia

On-sitePart-time3+ years experience
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Overview

Seaspan is hiring a casual part-time Security Guard for its Vancouver Drydock, based on site at 203 East Esplanade, North Vancouver. The role controls site access, runs patrols, monitors CCTV and fire systems, and handles after-hours calls, on day, afternoon, graveyard and weekend shifts. Pay is estimated at $64,800 to $79,200 per year, with full on-site presence required.

Responsibilities:

  • Control access of personnel, suppliers and visitors on site
  • Undertake regular security patrols of the yard
  • Monitor CCTV and fire systems for all buildings
  • Monitor parking lots and e-ticketing
  • Assist the Emergency Response Team and manage the evacuation list

Requirements summary:

  • Grade 12 or equivalent, plus 3 to 5 years of security experience
  • Preferably in a shipyard or marine environment
  • Intermediate or Advanced First Aid
  • Valid driver's licence and Security Workers Licence
  • Advanced computer skills and strong communication

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Employer posting date
2026-09-24
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-09

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentSecurity & protective services
Experience3+ years
Scheduleday, evening, weekends, overnight
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOutdoors, Plant or factory, Office
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsIntermediate First Aid, Advanced First Aid, Marine Transportation Security Clearance
Driver’s licencerequired
Encouraged to applyIndigenous peoples, Women, Racialized people, People with disabilities
EducationHigh school (required)
Security clearanceOther clearance

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Seaspan

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Seaspan is a leader in shipbuilding, ship repair and marine transportation www.seaspan.com

Full company description

Seaspan is an association of Canadian companies involved in coastal marine transportation, shipdocking/ship escort, ship repair & refit, shipbuilding, ship design, commercial ferry services, and LNG bunkering on Canada's West Coast. The scope of Seaspan's services, the quality of its employees and over a century of successful participation in coastal commerce, make the company a major partner in the economy of the Pacific Northwest.

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Reported office locations
  • 50 Pemberton Ave, North Vancouver, British Columbia V7P 2R1 , CA
Business categories
  • Construction
  • Service Industry
  • Marine Technology
  • Shipping
Other recorded names
  • Seaspan
  • Seaspan ULC
Specialties
  • Shipbuilding
  • Ship Repair
  • and Marine Transportation
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Seaspan is an association of Canadian companies involved in coastal marine transportation, shipdocking/ship escort, ship repair & refit, shipbuilding, ship design, commercial ferry services, and LNG bunkering on Canada's West Coast. The scope of Seaspan's services, the quality of its employees and over a century of successful participation in coastal commerce, make the company a major partner in the economy of the…

FieldValue
IndustryShipbuilding
Company size5,001-10,000 employees
HeadquartersNorth Vancouver, British Columbia
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1886
SpecialtiesShipbuildingShip Repairand Marine Transportation
Open jobs on Jobsy52
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Job description

The Casual Security Guard is the first point of contact for vehicle traffic for employees, visitors, customers and suppliers attending the Vancouver Drydock. The primary focus is greeting and directing visitors and ensuring appropriate security access has been provided. The Casual Security Guard will provide shift coverage as needed and must be available for day, afternoon, graveyard and weekend shifts.

Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based at 203 East Esplanade, North Vancouver.

What you'll do

  • Controls the access of personnel, suppliers, customers and other visitors on site ensuring that visitors are properly signed in and out of the premises.
  • Undertakes regular security patrols of the site ensuring that any security issues are dealt with in a timely manner.
  • Provides access to stores, tool crib and secured areas to shipyard personnel when required.
  • Responsible for video CCTV monitoring and audits.
  • Responsible for fire system monitoring for all buildings.
  • Responsible for monitoring parking lots, e-ticketing and general parking issues.
  • Assists the Emergency Response Team.
  • Deals with management of the yard evacuation list.
  • Responsible for after-hours phone communications for Vancouver Drydock.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
  • Shifts may occur anytime 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

What you'll bring

  • Completion of Grade 12 education or equivalent, supplemented by 3-5 years of security industry experience preferably in a shipyard or marine environment.
  • Completion of Intermediate or Advanced First Aid training is essential.
  • Must have a valid Driver’s License and a Security Workers License.
  • Marine Transportation Security Clearance is an asset.
  • Advanced computer skills.
  • Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to work with a minimal supervision and exercise sound judgement.

The estimated salary for this position is $64,800 - $79,200. In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidate’s skillset and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

#LI-ONSITE

Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America’s most modern shipyards and unique in its ability to provide a complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life-cycle maintenance work for Canada’s Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise-ships and deep-sea vessels. Seaspan Shipyards operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards.

To learn more, visit our website: www.seaspan.com

This position may involve defense articles and/or technical data regulated by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the U.S. Arms Export Control Act. In compliance with ITAR, the successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program as regulated by the Controlled Goods Regulations and Defense Production Act. The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security clearance throughout their employment in this position.

Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including, women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected] for confidential support. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment.

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