Posted 23 days ago
Tactical Security Guard - Secure Facility
@ GardaWorld
Surrey, British Columbia
Overview
GardaWorld is hiring a full-time Tactical Security Guard for a secure federal facility on rotational 12-hour shifts at a starting wage of $22.89 per hour plus benefits. The work covers patrols, access control, escorts, wellness checks, incident reporting and emergency response using de-escalation techniques. Candidates need a valid BC Security Guard License and must pass a Public Works Clearance and Vulnerable Sector Check.
Pay:
$22.89 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Protect individuals, property and assets within the facility
- Conduct indoor and outdoor foot patrols
- Escort individuals and conduct wellness checks
- Respond to emergencies using tactical de-escalation
- Generate accurate incident and daily reports
Requirements summary:
- Valid BC Security Guard License
- At least 1 year of security experience
- High school diploma or Canadian equivalent
- Pass Public Works Clearance and Vulnerable Sector Check
- Residence in Canada for the past 5 years
- First Aid Level 1 and Advanced Security Training are assets
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · successfactors
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-15
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-03
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Administrative |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening, holidays, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | BC Security Guard License, First Aid Level 1 (OFA1), Advanced Security Training (AST) |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Security clearance | Other clearance |
| Perks mentioned | Uniform provided |
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GardaWorld
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GardaWorld: Business solutions and security services for a complex world.
Full company description
GardaWorld is the world’s largest privately-owned security services company, offering cash services, physical and specialized security solutions, and with our Crisis24 portal, the dissemination of verified information related to international security. GardaWorld est la plus importante entreprise privée de sécurité au monde, offrant des services de transport de valeurs, des solutions de sécurité physique et spécialisée, et avec le portail Crisis24, la diffusion d’informations vérifiées en lien avec la sécurité internationale.
- LinkedIn followers
- 199,805
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 24,451
- Reported office locations
- 2300 Émile-Bélanger, Saint-Laurent , Quebec H4R 3J4, CA
- 700 S Federal Hwy, Boca Raton, Florida 33432, US
- Dubai International Financial Centre, Currency House, Office 303, Dubai, Dubai 482069 , AE
- Business categories
- Wealth Management
- Information Technology
- Service Industry
- Solar
- Consulting
- Risk Management
- Security
- Network Security
- Facility Management
- Physical Security
- Other recorded names
- GardaWorld Cash
- GardaWorld
- Specialties
- Cash Services
- Protective Services
- International Protective Services
- Aviation Services
- Travel Security
- Cash Pickup
- Security Services
- Armored Cash Services
- Cash logistics
- ATM Services
- Cash Vault Services
- Physical Security
- Security Consulting
- Mobile Security
- Event Security
- Airport Security
- Loss Prevention
- Road Flagging
- Armored Truck
- Security Guards
- Executive Protection
- Crisis Management
- and Mobile Patrol
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 2,600,000,000
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
GardaWorld is the world’s largest privately-owned security services company, offering cash services, physical and specialized security solutions, and with our Crisis24 portal, the dissemination of verified information related to international security. GardaWorld est la plus importante entreprise privée de sécurité au monde, offrant des services de transport de valeurs, des solutions de sécurité physique et…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Security and Investigations |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Saint-Laurent , Quebec |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1995 |
| Specialties | Cash ServicesProtective ServicesInternational Protective ServicesAviation ServicesTravel SecurityCash PickupSecurity ServicesArmored Cash ServicesCash logisticsATM Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 453 |
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Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard
Looking to elevate your career beyond traditional security work? This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a secure federal environment where professionalism, tactical awareness, communication, and decision-making are critical every day.
As a Tactical Security Guard, you’ll develop real-world experience in incident response, access control, emergency procedures, report writing, de-escalation, and working alongside federal operations — skills that are highly valued across the law enforcement and public safety sector.
For candidates pursuing future careers in policing, border services, corrections, sheriffs, transit enforcement, or other public safety roles, this position provides an excellent stepping stone to build meaningful experience, strengthen your resume, and operate in a high-responsibility environment that mirrors many aspects of law enforcement operations.
If you are a motivated security professional looking to elevate your career, this is your opportunity to step into a mission-driven role where professionalism, critical thinking, and tactical awareness truly matter.
What's in it for you?
- Starting hourly wage of $22.89 + benefits and opportunties growth
- We will invest in you, covering the costs of continuing education through GardaWorld Academy
- 12 hour rotational shift schedule
- Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
- Full-time permanent opportunity
- Uniform provided at no cost
Responsibilities for Tactical Security Guard
- Ensure the protection of individuals, property, and assets within the facility
- Escort individuals within the premises as necessary to maintain safety and security
- Demonstrate empathy and compassion while working with individuals under stress
- Observe and monitor behaviour and report concerns
- Conduct regular foot patrols – both indoors and outdoors
- Utilize security software and equipment effectively
- Conduct frequent wellness checks
- Generate accurate incident and daily reports
- Respond swiftly to emergency situations using tactical de-escalation techniques
Qualifications for Tactical Security Guard
- Valid BC Security Guard License
- Valid First Aid Level 1 (OFA1) - an asset
- Advanced Security Training (AST) – an asset
- Must have resided in Canada for the past 5 years
- High school diploma or Canadian equivalent (proof of education required).
- Able to pass Public Works Clearance and Vulnerable Sector Check
- At least 1 year of experience in a security role
- Demonstrated ability to act decisively in high-pressure situations
- Strong communication and customer service skills
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