Security Officer

One of our government clients is looking for a Experienced Licensed Security Officer Length : 6 months Contract with the possibility of an extension or turning to FTELocation : GTA, ON - Toronto, Mississauga, and OakvilleWorking Hours : Rotating Shifts- Daily work hours dependent on working location : 8, 10, 12 hours / dayROLE MANDATE : This group receives and processes incoming payments from other entities worldwide electronically.

The focus of these individuals will be to repair incoming payments- when payments are processed, the process of the funds transmitting from their entity can error out- these reps will correct this route and ensure payments can process through their queue to the correct entity.

• POSITION SUMMARYCandidate will be required to go to all 3 locations (Toronto, Mississauga, Oakville) Responsibilities : Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Security, you will be empowered to : - Complete patrols client's space identifying irregularities, security issues, equipment deficiencies and safety hazards to ensure consistent safety of employees and facilities;
• Prevent losses and damage through proactive patrols, investigating and reporting irregularities, informing violators of policy and procedures, issuing warnings and or trespass notices;

Screens unauthorized persons and may be required to escort offenders and trespassers from properties or perform lawfully arrests of individuals as per the Criminal Code of Canada and or the Trespass to Property Act.

• Work with Corporate Facilities Management to identify and address safety hazards, building property issues and facility issues.
• Conduct weekend, statutory holidays and afterhours patrols and alarm response at other clients locations within the GTA (as required).
• Manage, control and monitor visitor and employee access by utilizing strict access control principles and technology; Program access cards or visitor tags to employees, contractors, consultants and guests based on requirement, job function and service request;

Conduct routine audits of access privileges ensuring individuals are provided the correct access, time zone and activity while deactivating access cards based on defined procedures.

• Review and monitor CCTV platforms, documenting and investigating irregularities and retaining video if required for further investigation purposes.
• Detect, investigate, and respond to possible breaches of security, criminal code violations, fire and safety hazards, unauthorized entry, theft, and malfunction or interruption of utilities, systems, or equipment.
• Create reports of daily activities and irregularities; maintain daily logs and a duty book; Conduct investigations, detailing information including witness and or suspect statements and preservation of evidence to ensure security / safety investigations and issues are promptly addressed.
• Communicate effectively and make sound decisions in all situations.- Perform Chief Fire Warden duties and ensure evacuation teams are coordinated and prepared in the event of an incident;

Ensure emergency plans are available, issued to the evacuation team and posted in the designated locations; Participate and coordinate mandatory evacuation drills, meetings, testing and follow up activities.

• Provide primary response to emergency and non-emergency situations and to ensure all security and safety concerns are addressed and managed;
• Manage physical threats against property and personnel and respond to requests for assistance from other business units;

Utilize the public address system to alert employees of emergencies occurring on or near property that may impact operations I.

e., lockdown notice; Informs proper authorities in the event of a security, life safety emergency and activates alarms as required.

• Render First Aid and CPR including the use of an automated external defibrillator, Oxygen administration and the deployment of symptom relief medication (if required) in accordance with the- Emergency Medical Response program.
• Conduct security audits and assessments providing advice to enhance physical security or identify irregularities within policy and procedure.
• Coordinate, oversee and confirm the collection and destruction of confidential and business sensitive material to ensure proper disposal of sensitive information.
• Assist the Security Manager in the development of site-specific policies and procedures to provide and enhance Security at all locations.
• Conduct cross-monitor activities via CCTV and Access Control for locations to maintain security and safety as required.
• Conduct escorts of trades, visitor or other individuals authorized to be in space- Conduct verification of major ticket winners using the appropriate system;

Assist customers in initiating claim forms completion and providing general information to customers; Provide oversight for the various daily and evening draws utilizing CCTV- Provide superior customer service to all employees, guests, and visitors to properties answering questions, responding to requests, and investigating complaints and / or property related incidents.

• Responsible for issuing, tracking, and maintaining a strict key control program identifying spares, issued, damaged, and destroyed.
• Perform back-up shipping and receiving duties as required.QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE FOR THE ROLEWork experience : Minimum 1 year of experience in a Security Officer role within a Corporate or similar setting.

Extensive background in providing outstanding customer service, internally and externally. Proven experience with security technology including knowledge in access control, visitor management, key control, CCTV platforms, fire suppression system and incident management programs.

Experience conducting investigations, writing incident reports, maintaining a notebook and dealing with the public.TEHNICAL SKILLSET FOR THE ROLE- Must be knowledgeable with Microsoft Office- Familiar with TEAMS and SharePoint, and I preferred- Requires Standard First Aid, CPR with AEDURGENT : Please read the job description above.

If this interests you, apply to the job with your most updated resume, including your contact number and email address.The recruiter in charge of this role is Sunita.

If you do not think you are a match for this opportunity, but know someone who is, feel free to forward this job description to them and you will be eligible for a referral bonus upon a successful hire.

Please note that this is the most up to date version of job description available at this time - During Client Interview you will receive additional information - variance may apply!Please note : Adherence to our end client's vaccination policy is a requirement.

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