We Are Hiring!
Gardium Security, renowned for the excellence of its personnel, is looking for talented individuals seeking a position in private security.
With our core values of integrity, judgement and loyalty, Gardium Security is a supportive employer that offers its employees a stimulating work environment based on collaborative relationships.
We prone an accessible management style and offer all our employees opportunities for advancement.
FAQ
What is a security guard’s hourly rate?
The hourly rate is subject to the security guard's decree. Many premiums are applicable in respect to the agent's training, work conditions, etc.
Here is the link to the decree: https://www.cpasecurite.qc.ca/publication-du-nouveau-decret-sur-les-agents-de-securite/
Here are the base hourly rates in the decree:
Starting 2 August 2023 : 19.34$/h
Starting 30 June 2024 : 19.69$/h
Starting 29 June 2025 : 20.09$/h
Starting 28 June 2026: 20.60$/h
Starting 4 Juillet 2027: 21.10$/h
How many hours will I get?
The number of hours can vary based on your profile, the requests received, and above all your seniority.
What region will I be working in?
We respect the administrative region where you live. However, special assignments may be available outside your region.
Who should I contact if I wish to apply?
We invite you to send your CV directly to human resources at the following address: cv@gardium.com.
Do you offer security guard training?
Not at this time, but we have partnered with several school districts that offer courses, which are even available online. Contact us at cv@gardium.com for more information.
Do I get a premium if I work at night?
The short answer is yes.
With the decree currently in place, a night shift premium (P11) of 1$/h is applicable for all agents who work from 22h00 to 06h00.
We invite you to consult the decree for the application details of this premium: https://www.cpasecurite.qc.ca/publication-du-nouveau-decret-sur-les-agents-de-securite/
How can I order or change parts of my uniform?
You need to send an email to dispatch: repartition@gardium.com. Indicate your name, measurements, and what you need.
I live outside Canada. Is it possible to come work for you?
We do not plan on hiring internationally at this time. Only candidates with a valid work permit issued by the Government of Canada will be accepted.
What are the office’s opening hours?
We are open 24/7. However, for all administrative issues (payroll, accounting, human resources, surveys, pre-employment, etc.), our business hours are from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
Can I apply in person at the office?
Yes, absolutely. You are welcome to come during normal business hours.
Discover our Human Resources Team
People are our priority
Our human resources team is accessible, dynamic and maintains close relationships with our personnel. The team simplifies the integration of new agents and provides them with ongoing support throughout their careers. In order to provide a work environment conducive to everyone’s well-being, the team relies on advanced standards and procedures in occupation health and safety, and takes labour relations seriously.
Our goal is to provide a work environment that encourages professional fulfillment for all of our personnel.
Julie Léger, CRHA
Vice President Private Security
People at the centre of our activities. This is why we take our employees’ well-being to heart. Please see the positions we are offering below, and learn more about our philosophy.
Gardium Security: a Work Environment Beyond Compare
We are committed to establishing trusting relationships with our employees; we are sensitive to their needs and take concrete actions on a daily basis to ensure that they are stimulated and motivated. As well, to ensure that our team maintains its level of excellence, training and coaching are part of our priorities.
We offer positions in a variety of areas including security, investigations, tails, executive protection, labour disputes and even pre-employment background checks. Depending on your career choice, you may be eligible for:
- Flexible hours
- Company-supplied uniform
- Group insurance program
- Continuing education/training
- Opportunity to join a voluntary retirement savings plan
Unique in the industry, our human resource teams also offers a referral program, that rewards employees who refer successful candidates. Certain conditions apply.
Applicant Requirements
All Gardium Security employees undertake to act in accordance with the core principles of our mission:
- Act with honesty and integrity
- Comply with internal rules and procedures
- Treat others with respect
- Protect the confidentiality of information and documents
- Act in the interest of the company, always
- Wear the uniform proudly
- Make decisions that respect any given mandate and offer customer service that meets the standards of excellence that have made our reputation
Prerequisites for a Job in Security
Our reputation is based on excellence. In order to ensure that we maintain our high standards, it is essential to recruit the best candidates. Below are the mandatory prerequisites for a career at Gardium Security:
- A valid permit from the Bureau de la Sécurité privée (BSP), as required by law
- Valid first aid certification
- A Secondary V diploma, or equivalent
- Minimum 70 hours of security training (from a recognized organization) or a certificate of equivalence issued by the BSP
- AEC in industrial and commercial security, an asset
- Bilingual in Canada’s two official languages, an asset
- General knowledge of computers
- Interpersonal and customer service skills
- Reliable
- Professional
- Physically fit
Security Training
You would like to join our ranks, but do not have the necessary qualifications? Take security training with one of our partners recognized by the Bureau de la Sécurité privée, and you will obtain the essential skills for the profession.
Once completed, the training allows you to obtain a security licence from the Bureau de la Sécurité privée needed to become a security guard.
Our partners also offer courses that lead to an AEP (attestation d’études professionnelles).
Here are the details on courses offered by region:
Montréal
The course is offered at the Centre de formation professionnelle Léonard de Vinci. The Commission scolaire Marguerite Bourgeoys (CSMB) offers two training programs recognized by le Bureau de la sécurité privée to obtain a private security guard permit. The basic program is 70 hours, and the program leading to an AEP (attestation d’études professionnelle) is 390 hours.
Montréal
The training is offered by the Bureau de la formation continue of the Centre de services scolaires de Montréal. This training is recognized by the Bureau de la sécurité privée and will lead you to obtain a private security agent’s license, guarding. The training lasts 70 hours and is mostly done online. In addition, it includes a 16-hour First Aid component in the workplace.
Québec
The course is offered at the Centre de formation professionnelle de Québec. Overseen by the Commission scolaire de la Capitale, the Centre de formation professionnelle de Québec offers two training programs recognized by the Bureau de la sécurité privée to obtain a private security guard permit. The basic program is 70 hours, and the program leading to an attestation de formation issued by the Commission scolaire de la Capitale is 405 hours.
Laval
The École des métiers spécialisés de Laval (EMS de Laval), the large professional training center of the Centre de services scolaires de Laval, offers the 390-hour AEP (attestation d’études professionnelle) in Private Security – Guarding as well as the 70-hour Attestation of Vocational Studies in Private Security – Guarding / Security Agent in collaboration with the Business and Continuing Education Department, Formation Korpus.
Repentigny
At the Centre de formation professionnelle des Riverains, students develop their skills in a stimulating environment that encourages learning. We offer a training program recognized by the Bureau de la sécurité privée for obtaining a private security agent. The basic program is 70 hours.
Online Classes
You can also obtain a position in security by completing the training in the comfort of your own home. Contact us for more information.