Career Opportunities:
Loss Prevention Officer - Oshawa FT (250744)
Requisition
250744
-Posted
10/16/2026
- Security Services
- Security Guard
- Canada
- Ontario
Security Services Career Area:
Security Guard / Loss Prevention
Ready to take your Loss Prevention career to the next level?
Garda World is currently seeking experienced and motivated Loss Prevention Officers to join our team in Oshawa, Ontario. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who thrive in a dynamic retail environment, possess strong observation skills, and are comfortable taking decisive action when required.
This is a hands-on role that requires confidence, professionalism, and the ability to safely conduct arrests warranted.
What's in it for you?- Competitive hourly pay ranging from $25.00 to $28.00 per hour
- Full-Time opportunity available
- Comprehensive benefits package (where applicable)
- Work in plain clothes - no uniform required
- Career advancement opportunities within Garda World
- Shifts are generally 8 hours in length
- Operating hours typically fall between 10:00 AM and 9:00 PM (Mon to Sun)
- Candidates must be available to work a flexible schedule, including: ( Days, Evenings, Weekends, and Holidays, as required)
As a Loss Prevention Officer, you will:
- Conduct covert surveillance of retail sales floors and high-risk areas
- Identify and investigate shoplifting, fraud, theft, and organized retail crime
- Monitor customer and employee activity to detect potential losses
- Ensure merchandise leaving the store has been properly purchased
- Complete loss prevention audits and inspections
- Safely apprehend individuals involved in theft-related incidents when appropriate
- Conduct arrests in accordance with company policies and legal requirements
- Prepare detailed incident, arrest, and investigative reports
- Collaborate with store management and law enforcement agencies
- Preserve evidence and assist with investigations
- Testify in court when required
- Promote a safe and secure shopping environment for customers and staff
- Minimum 1 year of Loss Prevention experience
- Valid Ontario Private Investigator (PI) Licence OR willing and able to obtain one prior to starting employment
- Possessing both a Security Guard Licence and a PI Licence is considered a strong asset
- Strong observation, communication, and report-writing skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Sound judgment and professional decision-making abilities
- Physical ability to conduct arrests and respond to incidents when necessary
- Must be available to work both day and evening shifts, including weekends as required.
Garda World, a global leader in security, offers exciting career opportunities in an evolving industry. We celebrate diversity and invite talent from all backgrounds to apply.
Join Garda World and help make the world a safer place.
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