Rapid Response Officer (Farm Security)

How2Apply Talent Network
White River, Mpumalanga
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Security PSIRA Grade B
R12 250 – R14 500/month
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Job Description

You'll answer alarms across a farming district in White River in a marked vehicle, armed and ready. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

The work is in White River, Mpumalanga, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

What you'll actually do

  • Search the property perimeter and check doors, windows and gates
  • Give first aid at an incident until paramedics take over
  • Carry out visible patrols through the sector between call-outs
  • Drive the response vehicle safely at speed to client addresses
  • Secure a scene until SAPS arrives and hand over details
  • Write detailed incident reports on the tablet or in the vehicle logbook
  • Do vehicle checks: tyres, fuel, lights and siren

Must-haves

  • Able to work 12-hour rotating shifts
  • Valid Code 8 or Code 10 licence with at least 2 years driving
  • Clean criminal record and no pending cases
  • PSIRA Grade B or C with an armed response course

Extra points for

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

What's in it for you

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

How to apply

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in White River really suit you before you apply.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: firearm competency certificate, service record or reference letter from past security work plus PSIRA registration certificate showing armed response.
  3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 8 working days.

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

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Tips to get shortlisted

  • Mention the areas you know well. Companies prefer officers who can find addresses fast without a GPS.
  • Put your firearm competency and armed response course at the top. Without both, the CV is not read further.

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Job details
SalaryR12 250 – R14 500/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationWhite River, Mpumalanga
CategorySecurity
Experience6+ years
LicensePSIRA Grade B
Posted11 November 2026
Closing Date11 December 2026
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