Security Team Lead
Company
GardaWorld
Location
Toronto, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via GardaWorld Careers
Job Description
Ready to suit up as a Security Team Lead
What matters most in a role like this is your ability to build meaningful connections. Tell us about how your natural ability to engage with others reassures and inspires confidence.
As a Security Team Lead, there is a high focus on customer service since you will be working with people all shift, in environments such as office towers, hotels, shopping centers, etc.
What's in it for you?
• Competitive hourly wage of $18.80 + comprehensive benefits
• We will invest in you, covering the costs of continuing education through GardaWorld Academy
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Full-time opportunities
• Mon-Fri 1000-1800
• Postal Code: M7A 0B6
• Uniform provided at no cost
Responsibilities for Security Team Lead
• Customer service duties like welcome, verify identity, and guide visitors
• Manage access control
• Create and issue access badges
• Perform regular patrols to identify potential risks
• Inspect security equipment and report any maintenance needs
• Respond to incidents, provide first aid, and coordinate with emergency teams
• Answer questions in person or by phone
• Write incident reports and communicate security concerns
Qualifications for Security Team Lead
• Be authorized to work in Canada
• Hold a valid security license
• WSIB approved First aid certification
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a security guard/security team lead
• Minimum high school diploma
• Must be familiar with programming access badges (CCURE 9000)
• Proficient in basic phone & computer skills
This posting is for a position that is currently vacant within the organization.
This could be more than a job! If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!
Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have tactical, surveillance and even casual roles available.
What matters most in a role like this is your ability to build meaningful connections. Tell us about how your natural ability to engage with others reassures and inspires confidence.
As a Security Team Lead, there is a high focus on customer service since you will be working with people all shift, in environments such as office towers, hotels, shopping centers, etc.
What's in it for you?
• Competitive hourly wage of $18.80 + comprehensive benefits
• We will invest in you, covering the costs of continuing education through GardaWorld Academy
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Full-time opportunities
• Mon-Fri 1000-1800
• Postal Code: M7A 0B6
• Uniform provided at no cost
Responsibilities for Security Team Lead
• Customer service duties like welcome, verify identity, and guide visitors
• Manage access control
• Create and issue access badges
• Perform regular patrols to identify potential risks
• Inspect security equipment and report any maintenance needs
• Respond to incidents, provide first aid, and coordinate with emergency teams
• Answer questions in person or by phone
• Write incident reports and communicate security concerns
Qualifications for Security Team Lead
• Be authorized to work in Canada
• Hold a valid security license
• WSIB approved First aid certification
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a security guard/security team lead
• Minimum high school diploma
• Must be familiar with programming access badges (CCURE 9000)
• Proficient in basic phone & computer skills
This posting is for a position that is currently vacant within the organization.
This could be more than a job! If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!
Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have tactical, surveillance and even casual roles available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for security guards in Canada as of 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, the federal minimum wage for security guards is $18.50 per hour as of January 1 2026 with overtime paid at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours per week. Provincial rates apply in non-federally regulated workplaces such as Ontario at $17.75 per hour and British Columbia at $18.25 per hour from the same date.
What license is required to work as a security guard in Canada in 2026?
As per the Ministry of the Solicitor General Ontario, a valid Ontario Security Guard License costs $80 and must be renewed every three years with mandatory 40-hour training completed before the 2026 application deadline. Alberta requires a similar provincial license through the Alberta Ministry of Justice with $105 fee and background check.
What education and experience are needed for security guard jobs in Canada?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, applicants need a high school diploma or equivalent plus completion of a 40-hour approved security training course by March 2026. No prior experience is mandated for entry-level roles but a clean criminal record check from the RCMP dated within six months is required.
What documents are needed to apply for a security guard position in Canada?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, submit a valid government-issued photo ID, completed security license application, recent criminal record check, and proof of training certification by the 2026 deadline. A resume listing any first aid or CPR certificates dated within two years is also required for most employers.
