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Security Officer-HFX

@ Great Canadian Entertainment

Halifax, Nova Scotia

2+ years experience
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Overview

Great Canadian Entertainment is hiring a Security Officer for its Halifax casino and racino. The role patrols the facility, enforces access rules, monitors cash handling and responds to incidents to keep team members and guests safe. The posting requires a high school diploma, two years of work experience and a Gaming License, and it involves non-traditional hours.

Responsibilities:

  • Monitor and report violations, unsafe conditions and suspicious activity
  • Enforce restricted access and perform identification checks
  • Escort cash and team members as directed
  • Patrol facility interior and exterior
  • Perform crowd control as directed

Requirements summary:

  • High school diploma
  • Minimum 2 years of work experience
  • Food Safety Certificate
  • Ability to obtain a Gaming License
  • Guard Force Training an asset
  • Occupational First Aid Level 2 an asset

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Employer posting date
2026-11-10
First seen by our source
2026-11-10
Source record updated
2026-11-10

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentAdministrative
Experience2+ years
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingStore
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
Licences & certificationsFood Safety Certificate, Gaming License, Use of Force Certification, Occupational First Aid Level 2
EducationHigh school (required)

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Great Canadian Entertainment

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We are the leading gaming, entertainment and hospitality company in Canada.

Full company description

Founded in 1982, Great Canadian Entertainment is an Ontario- based company that operates gaming, entertainment and hospitality destinations across Ontario, British Columbia, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia. We’re driven by our vision, which is to be the leading gaming, entertainment, and hospitality company in our chosen markets by providing superior entertainment value and exceptional experiences. Fundamental to the company's culture is its commitment to social responsibility. "Proud of our people, our business, our community" is Great Canadian Entertainment's brand that unifies the company's community, volunteering, and social responsibility efforts. Under the Proud program, Great Canadian Entertainment annually supports hundreds of charitable and non-profit organizations in Canada. In each Canadian gaming jurisdiction, a significant portion of gross gaming revenue from gaming facilities is retained by our Crown partners on behalf of their provincial government for the purpose of supporting programs like healthcare, education, and social services. Follow us on social media for more: Facebook: @GRTCanadian Instagram: @GRTCanadian Twitter: @GRTCanadian

LinkedIn followers
23,756
People associated on LinkedIn
2,076
Reported office locations
  • 39 Wynford Dr, North York, Ontario M3C 3K5, CA
Business categories
  • Media and Entertainment
  • Gaming
  • Recreation
  • Hospitality
Other recorded names
  • Great Canadian Entertainment
Specialties
  • Casino Gaming (Slots and Table Games)
  • Hospitality (Hotels
  • Restaurants
  • Conference and Meeting Facilities)
  • Live Entertainment
  • Horse Racing (Standardbred and Thoroughbred)
  • Community Gaming Centres (including Bingo)
  • and Delivering Great Experiences and Memories!
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Reported total investment
0

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Founded in 1982, Great Canadian Entertainment is an Ontario- based company that operates gaming, entertainment and hospitality destinations across Ontario, British Columbia, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia. We’re driven by our vision, which is to be the leading gaming, entertainment, and hospitality company in our chosen markets by providing superior entertainment value and exceptional experiences. Fundamental to…

FieldValue
IndustryGambling Facilities and Casinos
Company size5,001-10,000 employees
HeadquartersNorth York, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1982
SpecialtiesCasino Gaming (Slots and Table Games)Hospitality (HotelsRestaurantsConference and Meeting Facilities)Live EntertainmentHorse Racing (Standardbred and Thoroughbred)Community Gaming Centres (including Bingo)and Delivering Great Experiences and Memories!
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Position Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Manager, Security, this position is responsible for the safety and protection of team members, guests, the facility (both internal and external) and the company�s assets while contributing to a safe and welcoming work environment for all team members. Ensures adherence to the Company�s policies and procedures, motivates and leads by example and supports Great Canadian�s learning environment while establishing a s afe and welcoming work environment for all team members.

Key Accountabilities

  • Monitors, documents and prepares statements and/or reports on violations, unsafe conditions, potential hazards, suspicious persons or a ctivities
  • Enforces restricted access by unauthorized persons
  • Observes transactions, pulls, fills, transfers, etc.
  • Escorts cash/cash equivalents
  • Tags and reports found property; transfers items to Lost and Found
  • Cond ucts regular patrols of the facility interior and exterior as directed
  • Escorts guests and team members as directed
  • Performs identification checks
  • Refers disputes to the Supervisor, Security
  • Performs crowd control as dire cted
  • Communicates effectively with all appropriate operational departments
  • Builds strong working relationships with guests and team members
  • Ensures compliance with licensing laws, health and safety and other statutory regulat ions
  • Performs other duties as assigned or directed

Education and Qualifications

  • High School Diploma
  • Minimum 2 years of work experience
  • Food Safety Certificate
  • Guard Force Training an asse t
  • Occupational First Aid Level 2 Certificate an asset
  • Must be willing to recertify every 3 years for Use of Force Certification
  • Ability to successfully obtain a Gaming License

Work Environment Considerat ions

  • Regular casino/Racino environment, standing and walking for long periods of time, some elements of danger, some exposure to the elements, some exposure to noise, some exposure to verbal or physical abuse, non-traditional work hours

Great Canadian Gaming Corporation is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and we welcome all qualified applicants to apply to join our team of unique contributors. We accommodate people with disabilitie s throughout the recruitment and selection process and applicants are encouraged to advise Human Resources in advance if an accommodation is required. We thank all applicants for their interest, and will contact those qualified to continue in the recruitment process.

Who we are!

GREAT ENTERTAINMENT. GREAT PEOPLE. GREAT INVESTMENT. GREAT CANADIAN.

Since our inception in 1982, Great Canadian has grown to be one of the largest and most dynamic gaming and entertainment companies in Canada. With 25 properties across Ontario, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick, our facilities include over 16,000 slot machines, 575 table games, 71 dining amenities and over 500 hotel rooms. Working closely alongside our crown agency partners, our team of ~8,000 strive to offer the very best gaming, entertainment, dining, and hospitality experiences.

Our Vision is to be the leading gaming, entertainment, and hospitality company in our chosen markets by providing superior entertainment value and exceptional experiences.

Our Mission is to provide outstanding experiences to our guests, rewarding opportunities for our team, and superior value to our shareholders.

What's in it for you?

  • We have an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success!
  • We provide you with the tools and technology needed to delight your clients!
  • You'll get to work with and learn from diverse industry leaders, who have hailed from top organizations around the world.
  • Freedom to Innovate: supports new and better ways to be successful.
  • Be your Authentic Self: environment that values diversity as a source of strength.
  • This isn't your typical "corporate" job. We work hard and we have fun!

The only thing we don’t play games with…..is your career!

Great Canadian Entertainment is committed to promoting an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to employing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.

We are committed to promoting Responsible Gambling. Learn more about our commitment here,

Please note that due to the volume of applications, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview.

Thank you for your interest in Great Canadian Entertainment!


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