Jobs Department: Safety

Security Guard (Casual)

April 26th, 2024 |

Who We Are:

Connors Bros. located in Blacks Harbour, New Brunswick is one of Canada’s oldest seafood manufacturers and is the largest sardine canning plant in North America. Our products are enjoyed in over 50 countries.

For over 100 years, we have delivered delicious, healthy, and affordable canned seafood to consumers and there’s never been a better time to join our team and grow along with us.

Clover Leaf Seafoods, along with our U.S. affiliate, Bumble Bee Foods, forms one of North America’s largest branded seafood companies with $1B in annual revenue.  In 2020, Clover Leaf Seafoods, along with Bumble Bee Foods, was acquired by our long-time partner, FCF Company Ltd.  FCF is a privately held company and one of the world’s largest marine trading companies, with 50 years of experience in the supply of tuna and other seafood.  With FCF as a strong strategic owner, Clover Leaf Seafoods is well positioned for future growth.

When you join Clover Leaf Seafoods Corp., you become part of a company that, together with our parent company, Bumble Bee Seafoods, is working hard to find new ways to protect the ocean and those that rely on it. From fishers to our employees, to customers, consumers, and to the communities we serve, we base our actions on shared, transparent values that hold us accountable to each other and the world. You’ll be encouraged, empowered, and challenged to be your best self through ongoing professional development in an inclusive environment.

Purpose:

The Security Guards are the initial point of contact with visitors entering the facility. The Guards are responsible for maintaining the safety of all personnel within the premises, including visitors as they enter. Our Security Guards are on-site 24/7, working in shifts of 12 hours to maintain a constant presence on site. Guards are responsible for protecting our facility, property, and all personnel on site through rigid security policies and procedures. Enforcing company rules, in addition to those set upon us by Homeland Security and the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism, requires all Guards to have a high sense of safety and urgency.

Guards monitor the property through the use of extensive video surveillance, in addition to necessary security checks when necessary. Guards are responsible for monitoring all incoming trucks and visitors to the property and facility, documenting their comings and going through detailed reports, and ensuring all truck weights are as documented. Guards are responsible for directing all incoming calls and responding to any emergencies on property when/if they occur.

You will be successful through the following responsibilities:

  • Enforcing Company Rules for Visitors and Employees and enforcing rules as mandated by Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT).
  • Protect company property, assets, employees, and all visitors.
  • Operate security control room equipment, while following all safety and emergency procedures.
  • Responding to alarms and other emergencies, while monitoring property and facility through the use of over 100 security cameras.
  • Initiate Emergency Response when appropriate.
  • Perform security checks when necessary and inspect, and conduct, searches when applicable.
  • Maintain records of all security related activities, which includes but not limited to weighing trucks and maintain weight records.
  • Monitoring cameras, walkie talkies, and phone lines and direct incoming calls to correct personnel.
  • General housekeeping of shared work area.
  • Control general access to facility/property, including pass management & key access.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Prior experience as a Security Guard or similar position (due to Homeland Security Requirements).
  • Completed High School; some college/CEGEP/ vocational or technical training.
  • High degree of accuracy and have the ability to complete detailed reports and documents.
  • Sense of urgency when necessary and have strong customer service skills.
  • Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong computer skills (a proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel is required).
  • Cooperative attitude and respect for fellow team members.
  • Neat working habits and be willing to maintain cleanliness of Guard Station.
  • Excellent attendance and punctuality.
  • Strong attention to details.
  • Legally allowed to work in Canada.

Working Conditions and Physical Capacities:

This position can be physically demanding with any combination of sitting, standing, and/or walking for extended periods of time during the duration of the shift. Applicants must be able to pass both a medical exam and background security check. Due to the nature of this job, applicants must be able to work under pressure and maintain a strong attention to detail. Applicants must be able to work in shift rotations of 12 hours, with the inclusion of evenings/nights and weekends.

Company Benefits:

  • Company Sponsored Pension.
  • Comprehensive Benefit Package (Available upon Completion of Probationary Period)

Posting End Date:  May 7, 2024