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Security Officer, British High Commission, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Security Officer, British High Commission, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office • Ottawa
17 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description
The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow. The FCDO operates an agile workforce and to facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time, as we may reasonably require. Job Category Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services) Job Subcategory Security Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

Main purpose of job:

Provide a safe secure working environment for the staff of the British High Commission.

Roles and responsibilities:

  • Entry control of public and staff entrances
  • Searches of visitors and vehicles – as required
  • Surveillance and patrol of the perimeter of the site including the use of CCTV equipment.
  • Responsible for inspection of all incoming mail/couriered packages and deliveries which will include the operation of scanning equipment.
  • Provide escort/security as required the British High Commission
  • Provide escort/security as required at the residence of the British High Commissioner
  • Supervision of contracted security officers – as required
  • Other duties as directed
  • Occasional overtime and out of hours working.

Language requirements:

English (expert

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

Essential on arrival:

  • Valid Ontario Provincial Government Security Guard License*.
  • Minimum 1-3 years experience in a security related field.
  • Minimum First Aid Certified with CPR and AED qualifications**.
  • Basic IT skills are needed including a working knowledge of Windows 10, Outlook, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
  • Physically fit (ability to complete outdoor patrols and vehicle searches

* Or ability to obtain one
** Or ability to obtain one

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

Desirable:

  • Class G Drivers License
  • Ability to drive
  • French as a second language is not required but would be an asset.
Required behaviours Changing and Improving, Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together Application deadline 25 June 2026 Grade S2 Type of Position Full-time, Permanent Working hours per week 37.5 Region Americas, Caribbean & Overseas Territories Country/Territory Canada Location (City) Ottawa Type of Post British High Commission Number of vacancies 1 Salary Currency CAD Salary $4,083.18 Type of Salary monthly Start Date 17 August 2026 Other benefits and conditions of employment

Applicants must have the legal status to live and work in Canada.

Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of 12 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.

Please note, the salary is non-negotiable.

The British Embassy Network offers a strong benefits package. This package includes generous vacation and leave time, flexible working patterns, and enriching learning and development opportunities.


Working Pattern:

  • The job is not suitable for Flexible working.
  • The position will involve work shift work on a rotating basis currently between 0630 and 2130 hrs Monday to Friday, but very occasional Weekends and Evening overtime will also be included in the scope of duties.
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