Industrial Security TurnAround - ORICA

Industrial Security TurnAround - ORICA


Company
Backwoods
Location
Calgary, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
6 days ago
Via
via SimplyHired

Job Description
Backwoods Security Services is a leading supplier of security services in Western Canada. We have been able to attract best-in-class management, staff, and operators from across the industry, allowing us to successfully complete some of the largest midstream and utility projects in Alberta. Moreover, we have become the largest employer of Alexis band members, the largest independent source of income in the community.

Each day, our team strives to live our mission of driving economic opportunity by empowering Indigenous people and communities. The work we do at Backwoods is meaningful, as it helps build and grow the Alexis community. Experiencing the impact that our work has for building a sustainable future for Alexis is something we are passionate about.

Backwoods Security Services is 100% owned by the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation and one of the largest Indigenous owned companies in Canada.

Backwoods Security Services is currently seeking an experienced Security Guard for a team of guards at an Industrial Facility 45 minutes SE of Calgary, AB. CANDIDATES MUST BE LOCAL TO CALGARY AND IMMEDIATE SURROUNDING AREA.

Wage: $18.25 / Hour

Travel: $25.00 travel paid per day

Schedule: Night Shift / Day Shift

Where: Industrial Facility

What we offer:
β€’ Reliable Work hours
β€’ Competitive Wages
β€’ Flexible Shifts to suit a work life balance
β€’ Uniforms and PPE
β€’ Training Opportunities
β€’ Career Growth Opportunities
β€’ Recognition Programs
β€’ Making impacts within Indigenous Communities and People

The Role:

This is a TEMPORARY Security Guard Position at an Industrial Site 45 minutes SE of Calgary.
β€’ Maintain a safe and secure environment for our clients by patrolling and monitoring premises
β€’ Monitor surveillance equipment, inspect buildings, equipment and access points
β€’ Access Control: Permit authorized persons entry to site when required
β€’ Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities, inform violators of policy and procedures; restrain if necessary
β€’ Control traffic by directing drivers
β€’ Complete daily Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHA’s) and Daily Occurrence Reports (DOR’s) and Incident Reports (IR’s) when required
β€’ Inspect Backwoods vehicles, notify Field Manager when service is required
β€’ Maintain environment by monitoring and setting building and equipment controls
β€’ Arrive on time for shift. If you know you will be unable to fulfill your duties, you must communicate with the on-call supervisor ahead of time
β€’ Able to work efficiently and effectively both as part of a team or individually

What We're Looking For:
β€’ Alberta Security License (required)
β€’ 1 year Industrial Security experience (required)
β€’ Class 5 Driver's License with no more than 6 demerits (required)
β€’ Standard First Aid with CPR (preferred)
β€’ CSTS2020 (required)
β€’ H2S Awareness (preferred)
β€’ Objectivity, emotional control and dependability
β€’ Able to follow complex instructions, both written and verbal
β€’ Knowledgeable about security operations and procedures
β€’ Site orientations as needed and requested

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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