Full Time Tactical Security Guard - Canada Life in London

Site Description: Canada Life is a corporate office environment providing financial and insurance services. The site requires a professional front-desk presence, access control, and routine patrols to ensure a safe and secure workplace for staff and visitors. Strong communication skills and customer service are essential in this corporate setting.

Position Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and physically capable Tactical Security Guard to join our frontline team. This position plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff, tenants, and visitors at Canada Life London. The role involves proactive foot patrols, rapid response to incidents, and maintaining a strong security posture at the facility. The ideal candidate will have advanced defensive tactics training, excellent situational awareness, and the ability to de-escalate high-risk situations while maintaining professionalism. Personal cell phone use while on duty is strictly prohibited.

Qualifications:

• Valid Ontario Security Guard License.
• Valid First Aid & CPR level C certificate with willingness to obtain Advanced First Aid through recognized providers.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in tactical or high-risk security roles; 5+ years preferred.
• Military, law enforcement, or corrections background an asset.
• Certification in Use of Force / Defensive Tactics (e.g., PPCT, MOAB, or equivalent).
• Excellent command of English for client communication, report writing, and conflict resolution.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-first mindset.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365.

Requirements:

• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods (8–12 hours per shift).
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders and perform defensive tactics and physical restraint procedures.
• Occasional sprinting or rapid movement during emergency response.
• Able to maintain a professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances and people under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to write clear, concise and legible reports.
• Patrol assigned area on foot, to ensure personnel, building and equipment security.
• Authorized to legally work in Canada.

Why choose Paladin?

• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Work today, get paid today – daily pay available.
• Free Uniforms.
• Security license reimbursement.
• Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance.
• Paid vacation & sick days.

Education Requirements: College/University Education.

Certification Requirements: Valid Ontario Security License, Valid Certification in First Aid, CPR and AED, Police Foundation Diploma, Advanced First Aid.

Additional Information / Benefits: Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays.