Armed Response Officer (Residential Patrols) – Immediate Start

How2Apply Talent Network
Brakpan, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Security PSIRA Grade B
R13 000 – R15 250/month
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Job Description

Serious work for a serious officer: armed response across a farming district in Brakpan. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

The site is in Brakpan; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

What your day looks like

  • Visit clients for key-holder checks and open-up requests
  • Do vehicle checks: tyres, fuel, lights and siren
  • Respond to alarm and panic signals sent by the control room
  • Search the property perimeter and check doors, windows and gates
  • Drive the response vehicle safely at speed to client addresses
  • Give first aid at an incident until paramedics take over
  • Secure a scene until SAPS arrives and hand over details

Must-haves

  • Valid Code 8 or Code 10 licence with at least 2 years driving
  • SAPS firearm competency certificate for handguns (and shotgun if required)
  • Clean criminal record and no pending cases
  • Calm under pressure and physically fit

What you get

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

Applying, step by step

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: driver's licence and ID copies plus firearm competency certificate.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 9 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Brakpan; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

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Before you hit apply

  • 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.

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Job details
SalaryR13 000 – R15 250/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationBrakpan, Gauteng
CategorySecurity
Experience6+ years
LicensePSIRA Grade B
Posted13 November 2026
Closing Date8 December 2026
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