Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
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HARVINDER KAUR

Etobicoke,ON

Summary

Licensed security professional with over 3 years of campus, residential and public event security experience. Proficient in emergency response, de-escalation and mental health assistance with excellence customer service and incident management skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Campus Response Unit

GardaWorld – Toronto Metropolitan University
02.2025 - Current
  • First to respond to medical and mental health emergencies on campus
  • Regularly patrols campus buildings and supports a secure environment
  • Actively promotes mental wellness and applies de-escalation techniques
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Prepare incident reports, secure evidence, and support follow-up investigations.

Concierge Security Guard

VP Protection Inc.
03.2023 - Current
  • Deliver high-quality customer service while ensuring safety compliance.
  • Provide emergency assistance, coordinate with law enforcement, and document incidents.
  • Monitor security systems, respond to emergencies, and maintain building safety
  • Assist with bookings, reports, and general administrative support
  • Manage building access, respond to disturbances, and enforce property rules.

Tactical Security Guard

Paragon Security – Seneca & Centennial Colleges
12.2023 - 02.2025
  • Patrolled college campuses, monitored surveillance systems, and ensured safety
  • Responded to student concerns and enforced rules respectfully
  • Collaborated with staff to build a safer, student-friendly environment
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
  • Maintained a safe environment for staff and visitors through proactive surveillance and communication.

Security Associate

Canada's Wonderland
03.2023 - 09.2023
  • Ensured guest safety during events and park operations
  • Handled crowd control, incident reporting, and guest concerns
  • Assisted in emergency response and maintained positive guest relations
  • Collaborated with local law enforcement for better coordination during critical incidents.
  • Actively participated in safety drills and exercises, reinforcing security measures and protocols to all staff members.
  • Enforced parking regulations to maintain an organized flow of traffic within the property premises.
  • Maintained accurate records of daily activities and incident reports, ensuring proper documentation for future reference or legal purposes.

Security Guard

El Expert Investigation & Security Services
10.2021 - 01.2022
  • Patrolled property and ensured safety compliance
  • Reported hazards and enforced COVID-19 protocols
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
  • Provided excellent customer service to clients while maintaining vigilance in addressing security concerns or issues that arose onsite.
  • Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.

Executive Assistant

Canadian National Growers Inc.
09.2020 - 09.2021
  • Managed executive calendars, travel, and office coordination
  • Assisted in key project planning and communication
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
  • Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
  • Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.

Retail Security Guard

Synergy Protection Group Inc.
01.2020 - 07.2020
  • Prevented shoplifting and ensured compliance with public health protocols
  • Worked closely with police during security incidents

Education

High School Diploma -

H.D.N Senior Secondary School
Punjab, India
04-2016

Diploma - Hotel Operations Management

Centennial College
Scarborough, ON

Skills

  • Emergency Response & First Aid
  • Incident Reporting & Risk Management
  • Mental Health Support & De-escalation
  • CCTV Monitoring & Access Control
  • Conflict Resolution & Public Safety
  • Concierge & Front Desk Experience
  • Use of Force & Self-Defense
  • Software: TrackTik, 24/7, Silvertrac, ORCA, Microsoft Office
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Critical thinking

Languages

English
Hindi
Punjabi

Certification

  • Ontario Security Guard License
  • Standard First Aid & CPR-C (Level C)
  • Mental Health First Aid
  • Management of Resistive Behavior – MORB
  • Opioid Overdose Response
  • Smart Serve Ontario
  • WHMIS 2015, AODA, Human Rights Code Training
  • Use of Force & Self-Defense | MDTS Handcuffing Certification
  • Patrol Tactics & Active Attacker Awareness
  • Compressed Gas Safety (TMU) | RDSV (CREVAWC)
  • Full Class “G” Ontario Driver’s Licence

Timeline

Campus Response Unit

GardaWorld – Toronto Metropolitan University
02.2025 - Current

Tactical Security Guard

Paragon Security – Seneca & Centennial Colleges
12.2023 - 02.2025

Concierge Security Guard

VP Protection Inc.
03.2023 - Current

Security Associate

Canada's Wonderland
03.2023 - 09.2023

Security Guard

El Expert Investigation & Security Services
10.2021 - 01.2022

Executive Assistant

Canadian National Growers Inc.
09.2020 - 09.2021

Retail Security Guard

Synergy Protection Group Inc.
01.2020 - 07.2020

High School Diploma -

H.D.N Senior Secondary School

Diploma - Hotel Operations Management

Centennial College
HARVINDER KAUR