Security Guard

About Us

The award winning, Exhibition Place is Canada’s largest convention and entertainment venue, welcoming over 5.5 million visitors and hosting more than 2,000 events annually. Spanning192 acres along Toronto’s scenic waterfront, it serves as the epicenter for many of the city’s biggest conferences, festivals, and sporting events. Home to prominent tenants like Hotel X, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, and Medieval Times, Exhibition Place is a dynamic hub of year-round activity and unforgettable experiences.

Why Join Us?

We offer a competitive salary, performance incentives, and a comprehensive rewards package. Enjoy participation in OMERS, a defined benefit pension plan, along with employer-paid health and dental coverage, extended healthcare, and professional development opportunities to support your growth.

Total Number of Open Positions: 6

What You’ll Bring to The Role

We’re seeking individuals who have:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and strong customer service skills
• A genuine interest in the Security Industry
• A valid Ontario Security Guard License
• A valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License (in good standing)
• CPR and Standard First Aid Certification
• Ability to pass a background check (must be bondable)
• Flexibility to work continental 12-hour rotating shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays

Other Qualifications:

• Enrolled in or a graduate of Post-Secondary Law Enforcement/Criminology program or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Experience in law enforcement and/or security operations including knowledge of the Criminal Code and Trespass to Property Act is an asset.
• General knowledge of emergency and evacuation procedures is also an asset.
• Experience utilizing technology including various computer programs, cell phone applications, digital report writing, patrol touring applications, etc.

What can I expect to do in this role?

• Conduct proactive patrols of the Campus, inspect buildings, and monitoring various security systems.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls; assesses situations; liaises with emergency services and able to take statements to secure information provided by a witness.
• Execute the operational plans based on specific events or campus wide activities including working with third party security providers, Toronto Police, and other internal divisions.
• Maintain daily records of all activities and incidents on the grounds.
• Inform relevant authorities to locations in event of emergencies by activating emergency response procedures and is required to assist with evacuation procedures as required.
• Perform parking enforcement duties and may be required to attend court.
• Perform road closure and traffic control duties as required.
• Enforce bylaws, Acts, Codes, and policies as they relate to Exhibition Place.
• Interact with the public, staff, guests, visitors and clients.
• Perform first aid and CPR as required.
• Undertake special projects, assignments and other duties as required.

Application Process:

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We carefully review every application – including yours. We’re fortunate to have many outstanding people apply to each of our positions. While we appreciate every application that comes our way, due to the high volume we receive, we’re not able to follow up with each person individually. If a strong match is found between your qualifications and the needs of the role, we’ll contact you.

Background Check requirements:

Selected candidates must be bondable and will be required to complete a Background Check as a condition of employment for this position.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

Exhibition Place is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment where all employees and members of the public feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the public and the communities in which we live and serve.

Accommodation:

We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Exhibition Place and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by emailing us at [email protected]