View Vacancy – Security Officer – British High Commission Ottawa

Main purpose of job:

Working as part of a small security team, provide a safe and 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

• 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
• Strong work ethic and ability to work alone without direct supervision
• Ability to adapt to the dynamics of a small team environment
• Need to be flexible, with a keen eye for detail
• Ability to perform additional duties as and when required
• Ability to arrive/stay 10-15 minutes either side of shift if required to perform adequate handover to next shift
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Legal status to live and work in Canada in your own right, from time of application
• Candidates must hold one or more of the following passports: Canada, UK, US, Australia or New Zealand