Tactical Response Officer (Night Shift) – Experienced

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eMalahleni, Mpumalanga
Contract
Posted 19 hours ago
Contract Security PSIRA Grade B
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Job Description

You'll answer alarms across a suburban residential area in eMalahleni in a marked vehicle, armed and ready. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

You'll report in eMalahleni. Relocation is not covered for this one. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

What your day looks like

  • Drive the response vehicle safely at speed to client addresses
  • Respond to alarm and panic signals sent by the control room
  • Visit clients for key-holder checks and open-up requests
  • Check the firearm in and out of the safe at shift start and end
  • Search the property perimeter and check doors, windows and gates

You'll need

  • SAPS firearm competency certificate for handguns (and shotgun if required)
  • At least 2 years in guarding or response
  • PSIRA Grade B or C with an armed response course
  • Calm under pressure and physically fit
  • Clean criminal record and no pending cases

What you get

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

Applying, step by step

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in eMalahleni really suit you before you apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: PSIRA registration certificate showing armed response, driver's licence and ID copies plus firearm competency certificate.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. 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 eMalahleni; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

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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.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeContract
LocationeMalahleni, Mpumalanga
CategorySecurity
Experience3+ years
LicensePSIRA Grade B
Posted16 October 2026
Closing Date15 November 2026
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