Job Description

Join our winning security team! Wincon is invested in our employees and our aim is to improve your skills set through professional development opportunities. Our Mission is to proactively protect the investments and assets of our commercial clients and residential communities as if they were our own. We fulfill this mission through our commitment to client satisfaction by continuous training and ongoing investment in advanced innovative technology.

Wincon Security is hiring for full-time Loss Prevention Guards to work at our retail sites in Newcastle, ON. Ideal candidates will have open availability throughout the week between the hours of 1500-2000.

As this location is inaccessible by public transit, access to a vehicle will be required for this role.

Why work with Wincon?

• Competitive wages starting at $17.50
• Health and benefits package option.
• Extensive new hire training
• Room for growth based on work performance.
• Opportunities to continuous professional growth and development through training initiatives and employee recognition programs.

Job duties a Loss Prevention Guard:

• Monitor closed circuit television to ensure protection of facilities and company property.
• Identify, monitor and approach subjects who may have unpaid merchandise or those committing fraud (actively participate in floor walking duties), while blending into environments and carry out duties discreetly.
• Input detailed and accurate incident reports documenting apprehensions
• Escort trespassers away from client premises
• Defuse potentially volatile situations and intervene when necessary
• Escalate emergency situations to law enforcement as needed
• Document theft and other security violations

Job Qualifications:

• Valid Security License is required
• Valid Driver\'s license and own vehicle
• Experience with arrests and detaining shoplifters
• Knowledge of all 5 steps to an arrest/detainment of a shoplifter
• Must be proficient in the English language, spoken, written, and via electronics
• Ability to reliably commute to various locations during shift as required
• Open availability of 7 days a week
• Superior observational skills
• Knowledgeable on safety processes and procedures
• Previous experience in security is an asset

About Us:

For almost 30 years, Wincon Security has delivered property monitoring and protective services to retail, commercial, residential, industrial, alarm response and condominium clients across the Greater Toronto Area. We are an integrated solutions provider committed to leveraging cutting-edge technology to provide the very best service our industry has to offer.

Wincon Security is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Therefore, should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted by the Recruitment Department and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Part-time hours: 15 per week

Salary: $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Every Weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Application question(s):

• Do you drive or take public transit?
• Availability for this position can be a range of 5-8 hours between the hours of 1200-2000. Is this aspect of the role something you are comfortable with?

Experience:

• Loss prevention: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Security Guard Licence (required)
• CPR Certification (preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (preferred)
• Night Shift (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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