Bilingual Security Guard Rover

Bilingual Security Guard Rover


Company
Allied Universal
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
15 days ago
Via
via Allied Universal

Job Description
Company Overview:

We are North America's leading security and facility services provider with approximately 300,000 service personnel. At Allied Universal(R), we pride ourselves on fostering a promote from within culture. There are countless examples of individuals who began their career as Security Professionals and today hold positions on our senior leadership team. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

Start your phenomenal career with Allied Universal today!

Allied Universal is seeking Professional Security Guards in Canada.

Bilingual Security Guard Rover Patrol (Full-Time)

Location: Ottawa, Ontario

Company: Allied Universal Employment

Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Thursday to Sunday

Shift Hours: 08H00-16:00

Important Note: Candidates must have continuously resided in Canada for a minimum of five (5) years.

Position Overview:

Allied Universal is seeking professional, reliable, and bilingual Security Guards to join our team in Ottawa, Ontario. This position functions in a Control Room / Controller capacity and is ideal for individuals with strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and secure environment.

Qualifications & Requirements:

· Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident (required for reliability clearance)

· Bilingual proficiency in English and French

· Minimum of five (5) years of continuous residency in Canada

· One (1) or more years of security experience

· Previous experience as a Controller, Access Control Officer, or ID Office personnel

· Valid Ontario Security Guard Licence

· Valid First Aid Certificate

· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

· Professional, dependable, and customer-service-oriented demeanor

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

Key Responsibilities:

· Monitor and control access points to ensure only authorized personnel enter the premises

· Issue, verify, and manage identification badges and access credentials

· Maintain accurate and up-to-date access control records

· Conduct routine security checks and enforce site-specific security protocols

· Communicate effectively with site management, team members, and visitors

· Promptly report security incidents, suspicious activities, and policy violations

Operational & Control Room Duties:

· Oversee the overall operations of the Guard Security Operations Center during all shifts

· Ensure security professionals perform duties in accordance with Post Orders

· Advise the shift security professional of all security-related events in a timely manner

· Compile detailed logs of all significant daily shift activities

· Review shift and incident reports prior to submission to the Site Supervisor

· Direct emergency phone calls to the appropriate response authorities

· Act as command and control during emergency situations

· Operate and monitor Security and Fire systems

· Assist with the orientation and operation of fire safety equipment

· Manage key control procedures

· Perform other duties as assigned by the Site Supervisor

Physical & Mental Requirements:

· Ability to stand, sit, walk, stoop, and reach for extended periods

· Frequent use of hands and arms

· Ability to communicate clearly in person and over the phone

· Ability to read computer screens, correspondence, and reports in English

· Valid driver’s licence and ability to operate a vehicle

· Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

· Ability to climb stairs intermittently at client sites

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