Control Centre Operator (Dispatch)

Control Centre Operator (Dispatch)

Toronto, Canada

Company
Ultimate Security Services
Location
Toronto, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
1 hour ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
To provide Dispatch communication and Coordinate Operations with Security Guards regarding incidents, requests for assistance, emergencies, etc., and log details of radio transmission, telephone calls and verbal instructions, and to direct backup security support as necessary and to provide indirect supervision of Security Guards.

Duties include but not limited:
• Dispatch Security Guards to incidents, requests for assistance, emergencies, etc. Log details of radio transmission, telephone calls and verbal instructions
• Answer phones and Emails
• Direct backup support as necessary
• Inform management of major incidents
• Maintain the Camera Surveillance System
• Conduct security equipment audits
• Maintain key control, lost and found and emergency contact lists
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Monitoring CCTV system for unwanted activity, and filling out reports for any suspicious activity in a timely fashion.

Must Have:
• A valid Ontario Security Guard License an asset
• A Security Diploma or equivalent is preferred
• Shift flexibility is preferred.
• 2 years experience with a Security firm or as a Security Guard in Ontario.
• A minimum of 1 year Security Dispatch/Operations or scheduling experience.
• Ability to schedule and cover open shifts
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Proficient with emails, texts and answering phones.
• Knowledge of Trespass to Property Act an asset
• The ability to function proficiently in a fast-paced and multi-tasking environment
• A strong customer service focus, able to work under pressure and excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills, oral and written
• Customer Service experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 per hour

Experience:
• Ontario Security Guard: 1 year (required)
• Dispatching/Operations/Scheduling: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:
• Do you own a working vehicle (preferred)
• Are you looking for Full Time (preferred)
• Work Permit (preferred)
• Study Permit (preferred)
• Ontario Security Guard Licence (preferred)
• Are you able to work weekends? (preferred)
• Are you able to work overnights Mon to Fri, 10:45pm to 7am (preferred)
• Are you able to work afternoons Mon to Fri 2:45pm to 11pm (preferred)

Work Location: In person
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs in Canada

Q What is the hourly wage range for security guards in Canada in 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada Job Bank, security guards earn a low wage of $17.00 per hour, median of $21.50 per hour, and high of $30.00 per hour nationally as of January 2026. Full-time annual salary at median wage is $44,720 based on 2,080 hours. Wages vary by province, with Ontario median at $22.15 per hour.
Q Do I need a license to work as a security guard in Ontario in 2026?
Yes, a valid security guard licence is mandatory under the Private Security and Investigative Services Act. Applicants must complete 40 hours of training costing $65-$100, pass a criminal record check, and pay $80 application fee for a licence valid for 2 years. Renewal costs $70.
Q Can I get a work permit as an international applicant for security guard jobs in Canada in 2026?
Yes, employers must obtain a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) at $1,000 fee before applying for your work permit via IRCC. Low-wage stream permits are valid up to 2 years with maximum 24 months employment. Processing time averages 10-22 weeks.
Q What documents are required to apply for a security guard licence in British Columbia in 2026?
You need proof of 40-hour Basic Security Training (BST) certificate, criminal record check valid within 180 days costing $28-$50, two pieces of government ID, and $75 application fee online. Fingerprints are required if criminal check flags issues. Licence is valid for 5 years.
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