Tactical Response Officer (Night Shift) – Permanent

How2Apply Talent Network
Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Security PSIRA Grade B
R13 000 – R16 250/month
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Job Description

Clients in a mixed-use neighbourhood in Stellenbosch pay for fast response, and this crew delivers it. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

This post is Stellenbosch-based, with most of your time spent at a mixed-use neighbourhood.

What you'll actually do

  • Search the property perimeter and check doors, windows and gates
  • Do vehicle checks: tyres, fuel, lights and siren
  • Respond to alarm and panic signals sent by the control room
  • Visit clients for key-holder checks and open-up requests
  • Write detailed incident reports on the tablet or in the vehicle logbook
  • Drive the response vehicle safely at speed to client addresses

You'll need

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

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

How to apply for this job

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: service record or reference letter from past security work, driver's licence and ID copies plus PSIRA registration certificate showing armed response.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 6 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Stellenbosch; 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.
  • 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
SalaryR13 000 – R16 250/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationStellenbosch, Western Cape
CategorySecurity
Experience6+ years
LicensePSIRA Grade B
Posted28 October 2026
Closing Date2 December 2026
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