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Tactical Response Officer (Night Shift) – Experienced

How2Apply Talent Network

Paarl, Western Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 hour ago

Full-time Security PSIRA Grade B

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Job Description

You'll answer alarms across a mixed-use neighbourhood in Paarl in a marked vehicle, armed and ready. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

You'll report in Paarl. Relocation is not covered for this one.

What you'll actually do

Check the firearm in and out of the safe at shift start and end
Do vehicle checks: tyres, fuel, lights and siren
Respond to alarm and panic signals sent by the control room
Write detailed incident reports on the tablet or in the vehicle logbook
Visit clients for key-holder checks and open-up requests
Give first aid at an incident until paramedics take over
Carry out visible patrols through the sector between call-outs

You'll need

SAPS firearm competency certificate for handguns (and shotgun if required)
PSIRA Grade B or C with an armed response course
Valid Code 8 or Code 10 licence with at least 2 years driving
Clean criminal record and no pending cases
At least 2 years in guarding or response
Calm under pressure and physically fit

What's in it for you

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

How to apply for this job

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): driver's licence and ID copies plus PSIRA registration certificate showing armed response.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 7 working days, usually by phone.

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

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Tips to get shortlisted

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