Rapid Response Officer (Farm Security) – Permanent

How2Apply Talent Network
Cape Town CBD, Western Cape
Contract
Posted 1 day ago
Contract 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 Cape Town CBD. People who do well here are steady, honest and not scared to ask when something is unclear.

The work is in Cape Town CBD, Western Cape, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. Start is planned for the beginning of next month.

What you'll actually do

  • Search the property perimeter and check doors, windows and gates
  • Secure a scene until SAPS arrives and hand over details
  • Write detailed incident reports on the tablet or in the vehicle logbook
  • Check the firearm in and out of the safe at shift start and end
  • Visit clients for key-holder checks and open-up requests
  • Respond to alarm and panic signals sent by the control room
  • Carry out visible patrols through the sector between call-outs

Must-haves

  • PSIRA Grade B or C with an armed response course
  • Clean criminal record and no pending cases
  • At least 2 years in guarding or response
  • Able to work 12-hour rotating shifts

Extra points for

  • Knowledge of the local streets and sectors
  • First-aid Level 2 or 3

What's in it for you

  • Response vehicle and firearm provided
  • Danger and night allowances
  • Regular refresher shooting practice

How to apply

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Cape Town CBD really suit you before you apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: firearm competency certificate plus service record or reference letter from past security work.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 9 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Cape Town CBD; 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.

Tips to get shortlisted

  • Put your firearm competency and armed response course at the top. Without both, the CV is not read further.
  • Bring the originals of your certificates to the interview. Armed companies verify them before a shooting test.

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Job details
SalaryR13 000 – R15 250/month
Job TypeContract
LocationCape Town CBD, Western Cape
CategorySecurity
Experience6+ years
LicensePSIRA Grade B
Posted24 October 2026
Closing Date20 November 2026
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