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Security Team Lead (FT)

GardaWorld

Peterborough, Ontario

Security Team Lead (FT)

GardaWorld

Peterborough, Ontario
 
Salary: Competitive hourly wage of $20.00 + comprehensive benefits
 

Ready to suit up as a Security Guard Team Lead?

 

GardaWorld is seeking a confident and experienced Security Team Lead to oversee and support daily security operations within our health care site. This key leadership role is responsible for guiding a team of security professionals, ensuring a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive, calm, and professional approach to managing safety and emergency response procedures, while supporting hospital staff in providing high-quality patient care.

 

Schedule : Continental, Rotational (Two weeks days, two weeks nights)

07:00-19:00 (days rotation) / 19:00-07:00 (nights rotation)

What's in it for you?

 

  • Competitive hourly wage of $20.00 + comprehensive benefits
  • We will invest in you, covering the costs of continuing education through GardaWorld Academy
  • Flexible schedules with various shifts available
  • Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
  • Full-time opportunity
  • Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities for Security Team Lead

 

  • Lead, support, and coordinate the activities of the hospital security team on assigned shifts.
  • Act as a primary point of contact for security-related matters within the hospital.
  • Monitor and enforce hospital security policies and procedures.
  • Respond to incidents, emergencies, and requests for assistance promptly and effectively.
  • Support patient watch and behavioral health safety protocols as needed.
  • Conduct regular patrols, inspections, and incident reporting.
  • Liaise with hospital staff, management, and external emergency services when required.
  • Train and mentor new security personnel and ensure ongoing adherence to protocols.
  • Maintain accurate records, shift reports, and incident documentation.

Qualifications for Security Team Lead

 

  • Minimum 1 year of experience in a security role (healthcare or hospital setting preferred).
  • Previous experience in a supervisory or team lead capacity is a strong asset
  • Be authorized to work in Canada
  • Hold a valid security license
  • First aid certification required
  • Strong communication, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time and team resources effectively.
  • Familiarity with hospital environments, emergency codes, and patient interaction protocols is preferred.

 

Apply today – this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers. 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 concierge, surveillance and even casual roles available.

 

 

We are committed to hiring military and Veteran spouses and encourage you to identify your connection with the MSEN when reaching out to us or applying to any of our open roles.

 

Have questions or want to learn more about us? We would love to hear from you!

audrey.beauregard@garda.com

 

Whenever possible, reach out to a named contact rather than a general inbox  - it helps ensure a quicker, more personalized response. If you hit a bounce-back, let us know at

employment.Emploi@cfmws.com

 

 

About GardaWorld

GardaWorld is a global leader in the security industry, offering a wealth of opportunity to individuals looking to gain experience and develop professionally in a growing industry. We offer flexible schedules, diverse work assignments spanning multiple industries, and training and career advancement opportunities. We embrace diversity and welcome newcomers, women, students, retirees, reservists, veterans, and more to join our team, as we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer GardaWorld has job opportunities for Veterans, Reservists, and their spouses near bases and in communities all across Canada. From Big cities to small towns, GardaWorld has a place for you.