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View Vacancy – Security Officer – British High Commission Ottawa
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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
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Security Guards
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Main purpose of job
The Security Officer will provide a safe and secure working environment for the staff of the British High Commission.
Roles and responsibilities
Main duties to include but not limited to:
- Controlled access to the British High Commission compound and Residence including issuing and managing passes
- Searches of visitors and vehicles as required
- Surveillance of the perimeter of the site including the use of CCTV equipment
- Patrolling the perimeter of the compound
- Responsible for inspection of all incoming mail/couriered packages and deliveries with operation of scanning equipment
- Respond to, manage and record security incidents
- Provide escort/security as required at the British High Commission and Residence
- Supervision of contracted security officers as required
- Other duties as directed
- Occasional overtime and out of hours working
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- Valid Ontario Provincial Government Security Guard License
- Minimum 1 year 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 and work well in 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
- Must be legally authorised to work in Canada
- Due to security clearance requirements, must hold one (or more) of the following passports: Canada, UK, US, Australia, or New Zealand
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- Class G Driver’s Licence
- Ability to drive both automatic and standard transmissions would be an asset
- French as a second language is not required but would be an asset
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Changing and Improving, Delivering at Pace, Making Effective Decisions, Working Together
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1 February 2026
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S2
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Full-time, Permanent
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37.5
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Americas, Caribbean & Overseas Territories
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Canada
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Ottawa
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British High Commission
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CAD
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CAD $4,083.18 per month
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monthly
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23 March 2026
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Learning and development opportunities
There will be ongoing learning and development opportunities and mandatory courses.
Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of 6 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.
Working as part of a small Security team, we have a generous benefit package including pension, 4 weeks of paid holidays and a medical/dental plan. Holidays are subject to suitable cover being in place, which is why the ability to be a good team player is essential.
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Working patterns
This role is in-person. 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 TOIL/overtime will also be included in the scope of duties.
The deadline for applications is 23:55 Ottawa time on 1 February 2026.
All applicants must fully complete the online application form, including the sections for employment and educational details, experience, and behaviour-based questions. Only those applications that contain all required information will be considered. To ensure the sift process remains anonymous, please do not include any personally identifiable information in your application form.
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