Security Officer – British High Commission Ottawa

Job title:

Security Officer – British High Commission Ottawa

Company

HM Government

Job description

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

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

• 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

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

• Class G Driver’s Licence
• Ability to drive both automatic and manual transmissions would be an asset
• French as a second language is not required but would be an asset

Required behavioursChanging and Improving, Communicating and Influencing, Making Effective Decisions, Working TogetherApplication deadline19 January 2025GradeS2Type of PositionFull-time, PermanentWorking hours per week37.5RegionAmericas, Caribbean & Overseas TerritoriesCountry/TerritoryCanadaLocation (City)OttawaType of PostBritish High CommissionNumber of vacancies1Salary CurrencyCADSalaryCAD $3,888.74 per monthType of SalarymonthlyStart Date24 March 2025Other benefits and conditions of employmentApplicants 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 6-12 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.Additional informationThe deadline for applications is 23:55 local time on 19 January 2025.The position will involve work shift work on a rotating basis currently between 0630 and 2130 hrs Monday to Friday, but occasional weekends and evening overtime will also be included in the scope of duties.The British High Commission Ottawa offers a generous benefit package including pension, 4 weeks of paid leave, public holidays and a medical/dental plan. Holidays are subject to suitable cover being in place.Please be aware that you will only be able to apply to vacancies for Country Based Staff roles with the British Government through this official tal.net site (operated by Oleeo). Jobs may be advertised on third party websites, however our adverts will always link back to the official tal.net site. If you complete and send an application through any other site, we will not receive it.

Expected salary

$3888.74 per month

Location

Ottawa, ON

Job date

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 03:27:08 GMT

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