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Armed Response Officer (Residential Patrols) – Experienced

How2Apply Talent Network

Mahikeng, North West

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Security PSIRA Grade B

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Job Description

You'll answer alarms across a mixed-use neighbourhood in Mahikeng in a marked vehicle, armed and ready. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

The work is in Mahikeng, North West, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

What your day looks like

Secure a scene until SAPS arrives and hand over details
Search the property perimeter and check doors, windows and gates
Write detailed incident reports on the tablet or in the vehicle logbook
Give first aid at an incident until paramedics take over
Visit clients for key-holder checks and open-up requests
Carry out visible patrols through the sector between call-outs

You'll need

Able to work 12-hour rotating shifts
At least 2 years in guarding or response
SAPS firearm competency certificate for handguns (and shotgun if required)
Valid Code 8 or Code 10 licence with at least 2 years driving

Extra points for

First-aid Level 2 or 3
Knowledge of the local streets and sectors
Advanced driving course

What you get

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

How to apply

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: PSIRA registration certificate showing armed response, firearm competency certificate plus service record or reference letter from past security work.
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 5 working days.

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

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

How to stand out

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