Armed Reaction Officer (Business Parks)

Clients in a business park in George pay for fast response, and this crew delivers it. People who do well here are steady, honest and not scared to ask when something is unclear.

You'll report in George. Relocation is not covered for this one. Start date: as soon as possible for the right person.

• Do vehicle checks: tyres, fuel, lights and siren
• Check the firearm in and out of the safe at shift start and end
• Give first aid at an incident until paramedics take over
• Secure a scene until SAPS arrives and hand over details
• Drive the response vehicle safely at speed to client addresses
• Carry out visible patrols through the sector between call-outs

• Calm under pressure and physically fit
• Valid Code 8 or Code 10 licence with at least 2 years driving
• Able to work 12-hour rotating shifts
• Clean criminal record and no pending cases
• SAPS firearm competency certificate for handguns (and shotgun if required)
• PSIRA Grade B or C with an armed response course

• SAPS, SANDF or reservist background
• Knowledge of the local streets and sectors

• Response vehicle and firearm provided
• Group life cover through the provident fund
• Danger and night allowances
• Regular refresher shooting practice

• Bring the originals of your certificates to the interview. Armed companies verify them before a shooting test.
• Mention the areas you know well. Companies prefer officers who can find addresses fast without a GPS.