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Bridge Patrol

Business Unit: Security Services

Career Area: Security Guard

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA

Location

HALIFAX HARBOUR BRIDGES, NS

Ready to suit up as a Bridge Patrol

As a Bridge Patrol Officer , you’ll play an key role in keeping one of Halifax’s most important transportation routes safe. This is a highly visible position where professionalism, communication, sound judgment, andattention to detail are just asimportant as securityexperience.

You’ll patrol assignedareas, monitor forsafety and securityconcerns,interact with thepublic and sitepersonnel, and respondcalmly and professionallywhen situations arise.

If you’re someonewho isobservant, confident, dependable, and comfortable makingdecisions independently , this is anopportunity to buildvaluableexperience while makinga meaningful contributionto the community.

What's in it for you?

- Competitive hourly wageof $20.76
- Full-time employmentopportunities
- Flexible scheduling with a varietyof shifts available
- Uniform provided atno cost
- Continuing education andtraining through GardaWorld Academy, with training costscovered
- Career growth opportunities within GardaWorld
- Opportunities to developyour skills andadvance within thesecurity industry

Responsibilities for Bridge Patrol

As aBridge Patrol Officer , you will beresponsible for maintaininga protected andsecure environment throughproactive patrols, monitoring, incident response, andenforcement activities.

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct regular patrolsof assigned bridges, surrounding areas, anddesignated sites
- Monitor security systems, alarms, cameras,



and other equipmentfor suspicious activityor safety concerns
- Respond promptly toalarms, incidents, emergencies, and potential securitythreats
- Act as afirst responder andtake appropriate actionuntil emergency servicesarrive
- Conduct speed enforcementand issue ticketsas authorized
- Perform by-lawenforcement andcontrol access torestricted areas
- Verify the identityof visitors andensure only authorizedindividuals access secureareas
- Prepare clear, accurate, and detailed incidentand activity reports
- Document suspiciousactivity, safety concerns, accidents, and othersignificant events
- Apply professional de-escalation techniques whendealing with challengingsituations
- Communicate and coordinateeffectively withPolice, Fire, EHS, and other emergencyservices
- Perform court-related duties andprovide information ortestimony when required
- Wear required PPE, includinghard hat, safetyboots, and otherprotective equipment
- Work safely invaryingand extreme weatherconditions, includingsun, rain, snow, high winds, andextreme temperatures
- Identify and reportsecurity system malfunctions, vulnerabilities,or other siteconcerns
- Maintain a professionaland visible presencewhile interacting withemployees, contractors,visitors, and the public




- Maintain eligibility toobtainPeace Officer status and complete allrequired training

Qualifications for Bridge Patrol

We’re looking forindividuals who areprofessional, observant,dependable, and comfortableworking independently.

- Legally authorized towork in Canada
- Able to Obtain a Security Guard Licence
- Valid First AidCertification
- Strong written communicationand report-writingskills
- Excellent observation skillsand attention todetail
- Ability to remaincalm, focused, andalert throughout theshift
- Strong communication andinterpersonal skills
- Comfortableinteracting with employees, contractors, visitors,and members of the public
- Comfortable using computers, mobiledevices, and securitytechnology
- Ability to assesssituations and makesound decisions
- Ability to workindependently while alsocollaborating effectivelywithemergency services andteam members
- Professional customer serviceapproach
- Willingness to learnanddevelop new skills
- 2 consecutive dayshifts followed by2 consecutive nightshifts
- 12-hour shifts
- Must be flexibleto workdays, nights, weekends, and holidays

Build Your Careerwith GardaWorld

This can bemore than cuma job — itcan be thestart of acareer.

At GardaWorld, frontlineroles can openthe door toopportunitiesin security leadership, training, operations,and other areasofthe organization.

GardaWorld: Make the world a safer place

GardaWorld, a global leader in security, offers exciting career opportunities in an evolving industry. We celebrate diversity and invite talent from all backgrounds to apply.

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📌 Bridge Patrol (Halifax Regional Municipality)
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