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Concierge Receptionist - Security & EH&S

Business Unit:  Security Services
Career Area:  Operations and Administration
Location: 

Toronto, Ontario, CA

Ready to combine high-end customer service with top-tier security?


We’re looking for a Concierge Receptionist – Security & EH&S to be the first point of contact for a high-profile downtown client in the technology sector. In this role, you will welcome visitors, manage access control, respond to incidents, and ensure the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and discretion. You’ll also play a critical role in workplace health and safety initiatives, supporting inspections, emergency drills, and compliance documentation.

This position is ideal for a polished customer service professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage multiple priorities seamlessly, and has the confidence to respond to security situations with urgency and professionalism.


What’s in it for you

  • Competitive hourly wage + benefits

  • Opportunities for career advancement within a global security organization
  • Ongoing training, including security and EH&S programs

  • Full-time position with steady weekday hours


Key Responsibilities

  • Welcome and verify visitors, provide wayfinding, and set a positive tone for the workplace

  • Manage access control using Feenics (Access Control) and Avigilon (VMS) systems

  • Work seamlessly across multiple platforms, including G Suite, Excel, Slack, Outlook, and CCTV monitoring software

  • Maintain a 10-minute email SLA and 3-minute instant message SLA for all communications

  • Perform regular patrols to identify security risks and inspect equipment, reporting maintenance needs

  • Respond to incidents, provide first aid, and coordinate with emergency response teams

  • Write incident reports using the client’s ServiceNow platform and communicate security concerns promptly

  • Conduct quarterly workplace health & safety inspections, tracking corrective actions through completion

  • Act as the on-site EH&S representative during emergencies, drills, and evacuations, ensuring compliance with procedures

  • Maintain safety-related documentation to support regulatory requirements

  • Participate as an active member of the site’s Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC)

  • Complete company-provided environmental health & safety (EHS) training and apply principles in daily operations


Qualifications

  • Valid Ontario Security Licence and BSIS 32-hour security training (or ability to complete during hiring process)

  • Must have Minimum 2 years’ experience as a receptionist, executive assistant, or in a similar front-of-house role

  • Must be 21+ years of age

  • Exceptional customer service skills with a professional, positive demeanor

  • Strong multitasking abilities — able to move between high-priority meetings, visitor management, and incident response without losing focus

  • Experience working with G Suite, Excel, Outlook, Slack(Communication), Avigilon (VMS), and Feenics (Access Control)

  • Ability to write clear, detailed reports using ServiceNow or similar case management systems

  • High school diploma or GED (required)

  • Ability to pass an extensive screening process

  • Strong personal qualities including initiative, attention to detail, resilience, and ownership of work

  • Security, military, or law enforcement background is an asset

 

 

 

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